Ihab
Ihab is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Gift, granting”.
| Meaning | Gift, granting |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | إيهاب |
| Pronunciation | ee-HAAB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Jordan, Palestine, Iraq |
Meaning and origin of Ihab
Ihab is usually understood to mean a gift or the act of giving, from the root w-h-b, to give. It shares that root with wahaba, Wahhab and Hiba. Old dictionaries note that ihāb can also mean a hide, yet parents choose the name for its sense of giving. Over the last hundred years it has become a favourite for boys in Egypt, Iraq and the Levant.
Is Ihab a Muslim name?
Ihab is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, usually understood as a gift.
How popular is Ihab?
It is common in Egypt, often as Ehab, as well as Jordan, Palestine and Iraq.
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Spellings and variants of Ihab
Names similar to Ihab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ihab mean?
Ihab means 'Gift, granting'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ihab a Muslim name?
Ihab is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, usually understood as a gift.
How do you pronounce Ihab?
Ihab is pronounced ee-HAAB.
Is Ihab a boy or girl name?
Ihab is usually a boy name.