Sabina
Sabina is a Muslim girl name of Latin origin, meaning “Sabine woman”.
| Meaning | Sabine woman |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Latin |
| Pronunciation | sa-BEE-nah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Bosnia, Azerbaijan, Central Asia, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Sabina
Sabina is a Latin name for a woman of the Sabines, an ancient people who lived in central Italy. It spread through Russian and European influence and became very popular with Muslims in Bosnia, Albania, Azerbaijan and the Central Asian republics. Bangladeshi families use it as well. Although some lists call it Arabic, it has no Arabic root and comes entirely from Latin.
Is Sabina a Muslim name?
Many Balkan, Caucasian and Central Asian Muslim families use Sabina, but it is Latin and not an Islamic name. Parents who want something that sounds close yet carries an Islamic meaning could choose Sabiha, Sabira or Samina.
How popular is Sabina?
It is a popular choice in Bosnia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Bangladesh.
Gifts with the name Sabina
- Sabina name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Sabina
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sabina mean?
Sabina means 'Sabine woman'. It is of Latin origin.
Is Sabina a Muslim name?
Many Balkan, Caucasian and Central Asian Muslim families use Sabina, but it is Latin and not an Islamic name. Parents who want something that sounds close yet carries an Islamic meaning could choose Sabiha, Sabira or Samina.
How do you pronounce Sabina?
Sabina is pronounced sa-BEE-nah.
Is Sabina a boy or girl name?
Sabina is usually a girl name.