Hibo
Hibo is a Muslim girl name of Somali form of Arabic Hiba origin, meaning “A gift”.
| Meaning | A gift |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali form of Arabic Hiba |
| Written as | هبة |
| Pronunciation | HEE-boh |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Somalia, Djibouti |
Meaning and origin of Hibo
Hibo is a Somali girls' name that means gift. It comes from the Arabic Hiba, a gift given freely, which is built on the root w-h-b, to give. The ending -o is a typical feature of Somali names for girls. In this way a widely known Arabic name has taken on a distinctly Somali shape; it remains short, warm and easy to say in any language.
Is Hibo a Muslim name?
Hibo is a Muslim name used by Somali families, and its root appears in the divine name al-Wahhāb, 'the Bestower' (Quran 3:8).
How popular is Hibo?
It is common in Somalia, Somaliland, Djibouti and the Somali diaspora.
Gifts with the name Hibo
- Hibo name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Hibo baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hibo
Names similar to Hibo
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hibo mean?
Hibo means 'A gift'. It is of Somali form of Arabic Hiba origin.
Is Hibo a Muslim name?
Hibo is a Muslim name used by Somali families, and its root appears in the divine name al-Wahhāb, 'the Bestower' (Quran 3:8).
How do you pronounce Hibo?
Hibo is pronounced HEE-boh.
Is Hibo a boy or girl name?
Hibo is usually a girl name.