Nuhu
Nuhu is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Hausa form origin, meaning “The Prophet Noah”.
| Meaning | The Prophet Noah |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Written as | نوح |
| Pronunciation | NOO-hoo |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Nigeria, West Africa, East Africa |
Meaning and origin of Nuhu
Nuhu is how Hausa speakers say Nūḥ, the name of the Prophet Noah. Hausa tends to add a final -u to Arabic names, so Nūḥ becomes Nuhu in the same way that Mūsā becomes Musa and Yūsuf becomes Yusufu. The name is widespread in northern Nigeria, in Niger and in Ghana. It is also heard in the Swahili-speaking lands of East Africa, giving it a wide reach across the continent.
Is Nuhu a Muslim name?
Nuhu is a Muslim name, the Hausa form of the Prophet's name in the verse 'Indeed, We sent Noah (Nūḥ) to his people' (Quran 71:1).
How popular is Nuhu?
Nuhu is common in northern Nigeria, Niger, Ghana and East Africa.
Gifts with the name Nuhu
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Spellings and variants of Nuhu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nuhu mean?
Nuhu means 'The Prophet Noah'. It is of Arabic, Hausa form origin.
Is Nuhu a Muslim name?
Nuhu is a Muslim name, the Hausa form of the Prophet's name in the verse 'Indeed, We sent Noah (Nūḥ) to his people' (Quran 71:1).
How do you pronounce Nuhu?
Nuhu is pronounced NOO-hoo.
Is Nuhu a boy or girl name?
Nuhu is usually a boy name.