نسيبة

Nusayba

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Nusayba is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Of noble lineage”.

MeaningOf noble lineage
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Written asنسيبة
Pronunciationnoo-SAY-bah
TraditionMuslim
Used inWorldwide

Meaning and origin of Nusayba

Nusayba is the standard transliteration of the name of Nusayba bint Kaʿb al-Māziniyya, known as Umm ʿUmāra. She was one of only two women present at the second Pledge of ʿAqaba. At Uhud she held her ground beside the Prophet ﷺ and suffered many wounds. The name itself is a diminutive form usually linked to nasab, lineage, and it is used by Muslims everywhere.

Is Nusayba a Muslim name?

Nusayba is a Muslim name, carried by a celebrated female Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.

How popular is Nusayba?

Nusayba is used in Arab countries and by Muslims all over the world.

Gifts with the name Nusayba

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Spellings and variants of Nusayba

NusaibaNusaybahNusaibahNuseiba

Names similar to Nusayba

NusaybahSumayyaKhawlaRufaida

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nusayba mean?

Nusayba means 'Of noble lineage'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Nusayba a Muslim name?

Nusayba is a Muslim name, carried by a celebrated female Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.

How do you pronounce Nusayba?

Nusayba is pronounced noo-SAY-bah.

Is Nusayba a boy or girl name?

Nusayba is usually a girl name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.