Qareeb
Qareeb is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Near, close”.
| Meaning | Near, close |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | قريب |
| Pronunciation | kah-REEB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Qareeb
Qareeb, or Qarīb, means near or close, from a root meaning to be near. The Quran uses the word of God Himself, who tells believers that He is close to anyone who calls on Him, and some parents choose the name for that reason. It is uncommon as a given name and mostly found in South Asia, where the related names Muqarrab and Qurban are more common.
Is Qareeb a Muslim name?
Qareeb is an uncommon given name, but its meaning of nearness is deeply Islamic, as in the verse 'And when My servants ask you concerning Me, indeed I am near' (Quran 2:186).
How popular is Qareeb?
Qareeb is rare and found only occasionally among Muslims in Pakistan and India.
Gifts with the name Qareeb
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Spellings and variants of Qareeb
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Qareeb mean?
Qareeb means 'Near, close'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Qareeb a Muslim name?
Qareeb is an uncommon given name, but its meaning of nearness is deeply Islamic, as in the verse 'And when My servants ask you concerning Me, indeed I am near' (Quran 2:186).
How do you pronounce Qareeb?
Qareeb is pronounced kah-REEB.
Is Qareeb a boy or girl name?
Qareeb is usually a boy name.