أُبيّ

Ubayy

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Ubayy is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Proud; one who refuses humiliation”.

MeaningProud; one who refuses humiliation
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asأُبيّ
Pronunciationoo-BAI
TraditionMuslim
Used inGulf States, Levant

Meaning and origin of Ubayy

Ubayy is an old Arabic name. It is generally understood as a diminutive connected with ʾabā, to refuse, and so it describes a person with dignity who will not bow to humiliation. History remembers it through Ubayy ibn Kaʿb, a man of the Ansar of Madinah. He wrote down revelation for the Prophet ﷺ and was ranked among the finest reciters of the Quran in the whole Companion generation.

Is Ubayy a Muslim name?

The Companion Ubayy ibn Kaʿb, a master reciter of the Quran, gives this name its honoured place in Islam.

How popular is Ubayy?

It is uncommon but chosen as a Companion's name, mainly in the Arab world and the diaspora.

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Spellings and variants of Ubayy

UbayUbaiObay

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ubayy mean?

Ubayy means 'Proud; one who refuses humiliation'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Ubayy a Muslim name?

The Companion Ubayy ibn Kaʿb, a master reciter of the Quran, gives this name its honoured place in Islam.

How do you pronounce Ubayy?

Ubayy is pronounced oo-BAI.

Is Ubayy a boy or girl name?

Ubayy is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.