What origin is the name Mu'awiyah?

Mu'awiyah comes from Arabic naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

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Mu'awiyah

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Mu'awiyah

Boy

Arabic

3 syllables

Mu'awiyah is an Arabic boy's name meaning "First ummayad caliph.".

Mu'awiyah is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "First ummayad caliph.". At 9 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Arabic
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

First ummayad caliph.

Popularity

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What does Mu'awiyah mean?

Mu'awiyah is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning "First ummayad caliph.".

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