Kaab
Kaab is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Ankle; prominence and high standing”.
| Meaning | Ankle; prominence and high standing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | كعب |
| Pronunciation | KAH-ab |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Levant, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Kaab
The literal sense of Kaʿb, written Kaab, is the ankle bone or a cube, but figuratively it signals prominence and glory, as in an Arabic expression for a person of high rank. Several Companions of the Prophet ﷺ were called by it. The Quran recounts how Kaʿb ibn Mālik repented after Tabuk. Another was the poet Kaʿb ibn Zuhayr, whose ode Bānat Suʿād was recited before the Prophet ﷺ.
Is Kaab a Muslim name?
Several famous Companions of the Prophet ﷺ carried this Arabic name. That history gives it a firm place among Muslim names.
How popular is Kaab?
It is used throughout the Arab world and is catching on with diaspora families who want names of the Sahaba.
Gifts with the name Kaab
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Spellings and variants of Kaab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kaab mean?
Kaab means 'Ankle; prominence and high standing'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Kaab a Muslim name?
Several famous Companions of the Prophet ﷺ carried this Arabic name. That history gives it a firm place among Muslim names.
How do you pronounce Kaab?
Kaab is pronounced KAH-ab.
Is Kaab a boy or girl name?
Kaab is usually a boy name.