Tavaaf

A Quranic Name for Boys and Girls

Tavaaf is variant of Tawaf and has the exact same meaning and pronunciation (see below for full meaning). You can use either Tavaaf or Tawaf, both are correct and acceptable. If you like this variant more and you'd like to pronounce it the way it is spelled (different than the original name), this is perfectly acceptable. For more details please see the main entry at: Tawaf.

Full Meaning of Tavaaf

Tavaaf is an indirect Quranic name for boys and girls that means “circumambulation”, the circular walking around the Kaaba during the Haj proceedings. It is derived from the T16-W-F root which is used in many places in the Quran.

…It is no sin for them or for you at other times, when some of you go round attendant upon others (if they come into your presence without leave). Thus Allah maketh clear the revelations for you. Allah is Knower, Wise. (Quran 24:58)