Dahab
Dahab is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Gold”.
| Meaning | Gold |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ذهب |
| Pronunciation | DAH-hab |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Sudan |
Meaning and origin of Dahab
Dahab is the Arabic dhahab, meaning gold, spelled with a d to match how it is said in Egypt and Sudan. Parents give it to daughters as a name for something precious and valued. In Somali the same word becomes Dahabo. Many people also know Dahab as a resort town on Egypt's Sinai coast, though the name simply means gold.
Is Dahab a Muslim name?
Dahab is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, especially in Egypt and Sudan. The Quran mentions gold among worldly adornments, 'heaped-up sums of gold and silver' (Quran 3:14).
How popular is Dahab?
It is used in Egypt and Sudan.
Gifts with the name Dahab
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Dahab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dahab mean?
Dahab means 'Gold'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Dahab a Muslim name?
Dahab is an Arabic name used by Muslim families, especially in Egypt and Sudan. The Quran mentions gold among worldly adornments, 'heaped-up sums of gold and silver' (Quran 3:14).
How do you pronounce Dahab?
Dahab is pronounced DAH-hab.
Is Dahab a boy or girl name?
Dahab is usually a girl name.