Dahabo

girlSomali form of Arabic DhahabMuslim

Dahabo is a Muslim girl name of Somali form of Arabic Dhahab origin, meaning “Gold, golden”.

MeaningGold, golden
GenderGirl
OriginSomali form of Arabic Dhahab
Pronunciationda-HAH-boh
TraditionMuslim
Used inSomalia, 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.

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Spellings and variants of Dahabo

DahabDhahabo

Names similar to Dahabo

DahabFaadumoCaashoHodan

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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.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.