Sahib
Sahib is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Companion, friend; owner”.
| Meaning | Companion, friend; owner |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | صاحب |
| Pronunciation | SAH-hib |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Azerbaijan |
Meaning and origin of Sahib
Sahib is the Arabic sahib, meaning a companion, friend or owner. It shares its root with sahaba, the word for the Prophet's ﷺ Companions. Over time, Urdu, Persian and Hindi turned it into a polite form of address, much like 'sir'. As a first name it is found in Pakistan, India and Azerbaijan, and it also forms compounds such as Sahibzada, meaning son of a noble.
Is Sahib a Muslim name?
Muslims in South Asia and the Caucasus give Sahib as a name, and the Quran uses the word for Abu Bakr in the cave: 'when he said to his companion (ṣāḥibihi), Do not grieve, indeed Allah is with us' (Quran 9:40).
How popular is Sahib?
Pakistanis, Indians and Azerbaijanis use it both as a first name and as a title of respect.
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Spellings and variants of Sahib
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sahib mean?
Sahib means 'Companion, friend; owner'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Sahib a Muslim name?
Muslims in South Asia and the Caucasus give Sahib as a name, and the Quran uses the word for Abu Bakr in the cave: 'when he said to his companion (ṣāḥibihi), Do not grieve, indeed Allah is with us' (Quran 9:40).
How do you pronounce Sahib?
Sahib is pronounced SAH-hib.
Is Sahib a boy or girl name?
Sahib is usually a boy name.