Thabit
Thabit is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Firm, steadfast, established”.
| Meaning | Firm, steadfast, established |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | ثابت |
| Pronunciation | THAA-bit |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Levant, Egypt, Pakistan |
Meaning and origin of Thabit
Thabit describes someone firm and unwavering, from the root th-b-t. A number of Companions carried it, such as Thābit ibn Qays ibn Shammās, the spokesman of the Ansar, and Thābit ibn al-Daḥdāḥ. It was also the name of the father of Zayd ibn Thābit, who headed the effort to gather the Quran into a single book. Urdu speakers say the name as Sabit.
Is Thabit a Muslim name?
Several Companions of the Prophet ﷺ were called Thabit, and its root appears in the prayer 'Our Lord, pour patience upon us and make our feet firm' (wa thabbit aqdāmanā) (Quran 2:250).
How popular is Thabit?
It is used across the Arab world, often as Thabet, and in South Asia as Sabit.
Gifts with the name Thabit
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Spellings and variants of Thabit
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thabit mean?
Thabit means 'Firm, steadfast, established'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Thabit a Muslim name?
Several Companions of the Prophet ﷺ were called Thabit, and its root appears in the prayer 'Our Lord, pour patience upon us and make our feet firm' (wa thabbit aqdāmanā) (Quran 2:250).
How do you pronounce Thabit?
Thabit is pronounced THAA-bit.
Is Thabit a boy or girl name?
Thabit is usually a boy name.