Nakib
Nakib is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, variant spelling of Naqib origin, meaning “Leader, chief and representative”.
| Meaning | Leader, chief and representative |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, variant spelling of Naqib |
| Written as | نقيب |
| Pronunciation | nah-KEEB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Bangladesh, India, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Nakib
Nakib is Naqīb written with a k in place of the Arabic q, a habit common in Bangladesh and India. A naqīb was the person chosen to lead and represent a group. Before the Hijra, at the Second Pledge of ʿAqaba, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ appointed twelve such leaders, the nuqabāʾ, from among the Madinan believers. In modern Arabic naqīb is also the army rank of captain.
Is Nakib a Muslim name?
Nakib is a form of Naqib, a word for a leader that the Quran itself uses: 'We raised among them twelve leaders (naqīban)' (Quran 5:12).
How popular is Nakib?
Nakib is mostly used in Bangladesh and India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nakib mean?
Nakib means 'Leader, chief and representative'. It is of Arabic, variant spelling of Naqib origin.
Is Nakib a Muslim name?
Nakib is a form of Naqib, a word for a leader that the Quran itself uses: 'We raised among them twelve leaders (naqīban)' (Quran 5:12).
How do you pronounce Nakib?
Nakib is pronounced nah-KEEB.
Is Nakib a boy or girl name?
Nakib is usually a boy name.