Mahboob
Mahboob is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Beloved, dear”.
| Meaning | Beloved, dear |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | محبوب |
| Pronunciation | mah-BOOB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Mahboob
Mahboob is the South Asian spelling of the Arabic Mahbub, meaning beloved. It comes from hubb, love, and appears often in Urdu and Persian poetry. In Sufi writing, mahbub often refers to the beloved of God. Compounds like Mahboob Alam or Mahboob Ali are common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh, and the name is also widely used in Afghanistan, where it is given to boys as a sign of deep affection.
Is Mahboob a Muslim name?
Mahboob is an Arabic-derived Muslim name meaning beloved, with a long history in Sufi and devotional poetry.
How popular is Mahboob?
It is common in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh (as Mahbub) and Afghanistan.
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Spellings and variants of Mahboob
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mahboob mean?
Mahboob means 'Beloved, dear'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Mahboob a Muslim name?
Mahboob is an Arabic-derived Muslim name meaning beloved, with a long history in Sufi and devotional poetry.
How do you pronounce Mahboob?
Mahboob is pronounced mah-BOOB.
Is Mahboob a boy or girl name?
Mahboob is usually a boy name.