Kawkab
Kawkab is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Star, planet”.
| Meaning | Star, planet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | كوكب |
| Pronunciation | KOW-kab |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Syria, Iraq, Iran |
Meaning and origin of Kawkab
Arabic uses kawkab for a star or a planet. The Quran mentions it when Ibrāhīm gazes at a star, and again in the dream where Yūsuf sees eleven stars. Egyptian and Levantine families give the name to girls. It also formed part of 'Kawkab al-Sharq', Star of the East, the title given to the singer Umm Kulthum. In Iran and Afghanistan it appears as Kokab.
Is Kawkab a Muslim name?
The word is Quranic, as in 'When the night covered him, he saw a star' (Quran 6:76).
How popular is Kawkab?
It is used in Egypt, Syria and Iraq, and as Kokab in Iran and Afghanistan.
Gifts with the name Kawkab
- Kawkab name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Kawkab baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Kawkab
Names similar to Kawkab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kawkab mean?
Kawkab means 'Star, planet'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Kawkab a Muslim name?
The word is Quranic, as in 'When the night covered him, he saw a star' (Quran 6:76).
How do you pronounce Kawkab?
Kawkab is pronounced KOW-kab.
Is Kawkab a boy or girl name?
Kawkab is usually a girl name.