Habeeb
Habeeb is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Beloved, dear friend”.
| Meaning | Beloved, dear friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حبيب |
| Pronunciation | ha-BEEB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | India, Nigeria, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Habeeb
Habeeb is a spelling of Ḥabīb, meaning beloved, where the doubled e marks the long vowel. One of the titles given to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ is Ḥabīb Allāh, the beloved of God. This spelling is particularly at home in India and Sri Lanka. Among Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria it is popular as well, and there it also serves as a surname passed down through families.
Is Habeeb a Muslim name?
Habeeb is an Arabic Muslim name meaning beloved, echoing the Prophet's ﷺ title Habib Allah.
How popular is Habeeb?
Habeeb is common in India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Nigeria.
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Spellings and variants of Habeeb
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Habeeb mean?
Habeeb means 'Beloved, dear friend'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Habeeb a Muslim name?
Habeeb is an Arabic Muslim name meaning beloved, echoing the Prophet's ﷺ title Habib Allah.
How do you pronounce Habeeb?
Habeeb is pronounced ha-BEEB.
Is Habeeb a boy or girl name?
Habeeb is usually a boy name.