Naqeeb
Naqeeb is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Leader, chief and representative”.
| Meaning | Leader, chief and representative |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نقيب |
| Pronunciation | nah-KEEB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Naqeeb
Naqeeb (nah-KEEB) is how South Asian families write Naqīb, a chief chosen to represent and look after his people. At the Second Pledge of ʿAqaba the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ named twelve nuqabāʾ from the Aws and Khazraj. In later Muslim societies the naqīb al-ashrāf supervised the affairs of the Prophet's ﷺ descendants. The Quran uses the same word for twelve leaders of the Children of Israel.
Is Naqeeb a Muslim name?
Naqeeb is an Arabic name for a leader with direct Quranic roots: 'We raised among them twelve leaders (naqīban)' (Quran 5:12).
How popular is Naqeeb?
Naqeeb is used in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan, while Naqib is the usual Arab spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naqeeb mean?
Naqeeb means 'Leader, chief and representative'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Naqeeb a Muslim name?
Naqeeb is an Arabic name for a leader with direct Quranic roots: 'We raised among them twelve leaders (naqīban)' (Quran 5:12).
How do you pronounce Naqeeb?
Naqeeb is pronounced nah-KEEB.
Is Naqeeb a boy or girl name?
Naqeeb is usually a boy name.