Nusaibah
Nusaibah is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Of noble lineage”.
| Meaning | Of noble lineage |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | نسيبة |
| Pronunciation | noo-SAY-bah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Nusaibah
Nusaibah writes Nusayba with a final h to show the Arabic feminine ending, a style common in Malaysia, Indonesia and English-speaking countries. It recalls Nusayba bint Kaʿb, called Umm ʿUmāra, who placed herself between the Prophet ﷺ and his attackers at Uhud and who had earlier witnessed the Pledge of ʿAqaba. It is a diminutive form generally connected with nasab, meaning lineage, and so it is often explained as of noble descent.
Is Nusaibah a Muslim name?
Nusaibah honours Nusayba bint Ka'b, one of the most courageous women among the Companions.
How popular is Nusaibah?
Nusaibah is common in Malaysia and Indonesia and among English-speaking Muslims.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nusaibah mean?
Nusaibah means 'Of noble lineage'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Nusaibah a Muslim name?
Nusaibah honours Nusayba bint Ka'b, one of the most courageous women among the Companions.
How do you pronounce Nusaibah?
Nusaibah is pronounced noo-SAY-bah.
Is Nusaibah a boy or girl name?
Nusaibah is usually a girl name.