Muneeb
Muneeb is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “One who turns to God in repentance”.
| Meaning | One who turns to God in repentance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | منيب |
| Pronunciation | moo-NEEB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Muneeb
Muneeb, or Munīb, describes a person who keeps returning to God with repentance and devotion. It comes from the root n-w-b, meaning to return or turn back. The Quran uses the word to praise the Prophet Ibrahim and the believer who arrives before God with a 'returning heart'. Muneeb is the usual spelling in Pakistan and India, and parents there choose it very often.
Is Muneeb a Muslim name?
Muneeb comes straight from Quranic vocabulary and means one who turns to God in repentance. The Quran praises Ibrahim with it: 'Indeed, Abraham was forbearing, tender-hearted and ever turning to Allah' (Quran 11:75).
How popular is Muneeb?
Especially well liked in Pakistan and India, while Arab countries more often spell it Munib.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Muneeb mean?
Muneeb means 'One who turns to God in repentance'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Muneeb a Muslim name?
Muneeb comes straight from Quranic vocabulary and means one who turns to God in repentance. The Quran praises Ibrahim with it: 'Indeed, Abraham was forbearing, tender-hearted and ever turning to Allah' (Quran 11:75).
How do you pronounce Muneeb?
Muneeb is pronounced moo-NEEB.
Is Muneeb a boy or girl name?
Muneeb is usually a boy name.