Dahabo
Dahabo is a Muslim girl name of Somali form of Arabic Dhahab origin, meaning “Gold, golden”.
| Meaning | Gold, golden |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali form of Arabic Dhahab |
| Pronunciation | da-HAH-boh |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Somalia, East Africa |
Meaning and origin of Dahabo
Dahabo is the Somali version of the Arabic dhahab, gold. Somali often gives women's names a final -o, as heard in Faadumo and Caasho, and Dahabo follows the same pattern. It is a long-standing and much-loved Somali name for girls. Choosing it is a way for parents to say how precious their daughter is to them, much as English speakers might call a child their treasure.
Is Dahabo a Muslim name?
Dahabo is a Somali Muslim name based on the Arabic word for gold, which the Quran mentions in 'heaped-up sums of gold and silver' (Quran 3:14).
How popular is Dahabo?
It is common among Somalis in Somalia, Djibouti, Ethiopia and Kenya, and in the diaspora.
Gifts with the name Dahabo
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Spellings and variants of Dahabo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dahabo mean?
Dahabo means 'Gold, golden'. It is of Somali form of Arabic Dhahab origin.
Is Dahabo a Muslim name?
Dahabo is a Somali Muslim name based on the Arabic word for gold, which the Quran mentions in 'heaped-up sums of gold and silver' (Quran 3:14).
How do you pronounce Dahabo?
Dahabo is pronounced da-HAH-boh.
Is Dahabo a boy or girl name?
Dahabo is usually a girl name.