Chakib
Chakib is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, North African spelling origin, meaning “Gift, reward; generous”.
| Meaning | Gift, reward; generous |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, North African spelling |
| Written as | شكيب |
| Pronunciation | sha-KEEB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Lebanon |
Meaning and origin of Chakib
Chakib follows French spelling for the Arabic Shakīb, using ch for the sh sound; it is used in Morocco, Algeria and Lebanon. Shakīb is an old Arabic term meaning a present or reward, from the root sh-k-b, to give, so the name suggests generosity. It became widely known through the Lebanese writer Shakīb Arslān, who was called the Prince of Eloquence.
Is Chakib a Muslim name?
Chakib is the Maghrebi way of writing Shakib, and Muslim families in North Africa and Lebanon use it.
How popular is Chakib?
Found in Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia and Lebanon, while Shakib is common in South Asia.
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Spellings and variants of Chakib
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Chakib mean?
Chakib means 'Gift, reward; generous'. It is of Arabic, North African spelling origin.
Is Chakib a Muslim name?
Chakib is the Maghrebi way of writing Shakib, and Muslim families in North Africa and Lebanon use it.
How do you pronounce Chakib?
Chakib is pronounced sha-KEEB.
Is Chakib a boy or girl name?
Chakib is usually a boy name.