Meaning of Owais

Pronunciation: Owais is pronounced o-WAYS

Written as: أويس (Arabic) · اویس (Arabic)

About the Name Owais

Owais is a boy name with roots in Arabic culture. A form of Uwais, diminutive of the Arabic 'aws' (wolf, gift) - after Uwais al-Qarani, the devout Yemeni contemporary of the Prophet.

The numerology number for Owais is 9, reflecting the personality traits and characteristics associated with this name.

✨ Quick Name Analysis

Origin / Religionarabic
Genderboy
StyleShort & Modern
PopularityUncommon name in United Arab Emirates (2025)

Details

Origin : arabic

Gender : boy

Numerology : 9

Syllables : 2

Last updated 10 November 2026 · How we research names · Report a mistake

Etymology of Owais

A South Asian spelling of Arabic Uwais, a diminutive of 'aws', which can mean wolf or gift. The name is honoured after Uwais al-Qarani, a pious man of Yemen in the time of the Prophet Muhammad.

Variants and related forms of Owais

Notable people named Owais

  • Owais Shah: English cricketer who played for England and Middlesex.

Personality and Numerology of Owais

In numerology, the name Owais reduces to the number 9, which is most often linked to compassion, humanitarianism, generosity. A person carrying this vibration tends to feel deeply for others - empathetic, idealistic, and drawn to causes or work that improves life for a wider community.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Owais mean in Arabic?
A form of Uwais, diminutive of the Arabic 'aws' (wolf, gift) - after Uwais al-Qarani, the devout Yemeni contemporary of the Prophet.
What is the origin of the name Owais?
A South Asian spelling of Arabic Uwais, a diminutive of 'aws', which can mean wolf or gift. The name is honoured after Uwais al-Qarani, a pious man of Yemen in the time of the Prophet Muhammad.
How do you pronounce Owais?
Owais is pronounced o-WAYS.
What is the numerology number of Owais?
The numerology number for the name Owais is 9. Numerology associates this number with specific personality traits and a distinct life path.

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