Nabi
Nabi is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Prophet”.
| Meaning | Prophet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نبي |
| Pronunciation | nah-BEE |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Afghanistan, Turkey, India, Central Asia |
Meaning and origin of Nabi
Nabi is the Arabic word nabī, a prophet, one who receives news from God. Its root n-b-ʾ means to bring news. Families in Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan and Central Asia use it most, often inside compounds such as Nabiullah or Ghulam Nabi, the latter meaning 'servant of the Prophet'. One famous bearer was the Ottoman poet known as Nabi of Urfa.
Is Nabi a Muslim name?
Nabi is given especially in Afghanistan, Kashmir and Turkey, though many families prefer a compound such as Ghulam Nabi. The Prophet ﷺ is addressed with this word: 'O Prophet (yā ayyuhā al-nabī), indeed We have sent you as a witness' (Quran 33:45).
How popular is Nabi?
Found in Afghanistan, Kashmir, Turkey and Central Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nabi mean?
Nabi means 'Prophet'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nabi a Muslim name?
Nabi is given especially in Afghanistan, Kashmir and Turkey, though many families prefer a compound such as Ghulam Nabi. The Prophet ﷺ is addressed with this word: 'O Prophet (yā ayyuhā al-nabī), indeed We have sent you as a witness' (Quran 33:45).
How do you pronounce Nabi?
Nabi is pronounced nah-BEE.
Is Nabi a boy or girl name?
Nabi is usually a boy name.