Naba
Naba is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “News, important tidings”.
| Meaning | News, important tidings |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نبأ |
| Pronunciation | NAH-bah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Iraq, Gulf States, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Naba
Naba is the Arabic word nabaʾ, meaning news or weighty tidings. It gives its title to Surah 78, al-Nabaʾ, whose subject is the 'great news' of the Resurrection. Its root n-b-ʾ, to inform, is shared with nabī, prophet. As a given name it goes mostly to girls, with Iraq, the Gulf and Pakistan the places it is heard most, where its Quranic link makes it a meaningful choice.
Is Naba a Muslim name?
Naba is the title of a whole surah of the Quran. That surah opens: 'About what are they asking one another? About the great news (al-nabaʾ al-ʿaẓīm)' (Quran 78:1–2).
How popular is Naba?
Given in Iraq, the Gulf and Pakistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naba mean?
Naba means 'News, important tidings'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Naba a Muslim name?
Naba is the title of a whole surah of the Quran. That surah opens: 'About what are they asking one another? About the great news (al-nabaʾ al-ʿaẓīm)' (Quran 78:1–2).
How do you pronounce Naba?
Naba is pronounced NAH-bah.
Is Naba a boy or girl name?
Naba is usually a girl name.