Gift, small wolf, or compensation
Awais is an Arabic name often associated with the historical figure Uwais al-Qarani, a contemporary of the Prophet Muhammad known for his piety. The name is frequently interpreted as meaning 'gift' or 'compensation' in a spiritual context, though it also shares linguistic roots with the word for 'small wolf'. It is a respected name in Muslim communities worldwide.
About 9 boys were named Awais in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
7th-century Islamic mystic and martyr
British-Pakistani novelist and writer
Pakistani international cricketer
