Hibah
Hibah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “A gift, a blessing”.
| Meaning | A gift, a blessing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | هبة |
| Pronunciation | HEE-bah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, United Kingdom, United States, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Hibah
Hibah spells Hiba with a final h, representing the Arabic feminine ending. This style is usual in Malaysia and with many English-speaking families; the name comes from the root w-h-b, to give, and means a gift. In Islamic law, hibah refers to a voluntary gift made during one's lifetime. Parents often see it as a way of saying that their child came to them as a gift from God.
Is Hibah a Muslim name?
Hibah means gift, from the root found in 'My Lord, grant me (hab lī) from Yourself good offspring' (Quran 3:38).
How popular is Hibah?
It is used in Malaysia, the UK, the US and South Asia.
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Spellings and variants of Hibah
Names similar to Hibah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hibah mean?
Hibah means 'A gift, a blessing'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hibah a Muslim name?
Hibah means gift, from the root found in 'My Lord, grant me (hab lī) from Yourself good offspring' (Quran 3:38).
How do you pronounce Hibah?
Hibah is pronounced HEE-bah.
Is Hibah a boy or girl name?
Hibah is usually a girl name.