Nabih
Nabih is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Intelligent, alert, distinguished”.
| Meaning | Intelligent, alert, distinguished |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نبيه |
| Pronunciation | nah-BEEH |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Levant, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Nabih
Nabih is the Arabic adjective nabīh, meaning alert, clever and eminent. Its root n-b-h means to become aware or wake up. The name describes someone who is both quick-minded and widely known. It is especially common in Lebanon and Syria, and also in Egypt, and the Lebanese politician Nabih Berri is one of its most prominent bearers in public life today.
Is Nabih a Muslim name?
Nabih praises intelligence and good standing. It is a cultural virtue name rather than a Quranic one.
How popular is Nabih?
Most common in Lebanon, Syria and Egypt.
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Spellings and variants of Nabih
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nabih mean?
Nabih means 'Intelligent, alert, distinguished'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nabih a Muslim name?
Nabih praises intelligence and good standing. It is a cultural virtue name rather than a Quranic one.
How do you pronounce Nabih?
Nabih is pronounced nah-BEEH.
Is Nabih a boy or girl name?
Nabih is usually a boy name.