Wahab
Wahab is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “The generous Bestower”.
| Meaning | The generous Bestower |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | وهاب |
| Pronunciation | wah-HAHB |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Wahab
Wahab is a widely used spelling of Wahhab, taken from al-Wahhab, the Bestower, a divine name. Its root, w-h-b, means to give freely, and the name speaks of generosity without limit. The fuller form, Abdul Wahab, means servant of the Bestower, and many families prefer it. Even so, Wahab alone is very common in South Asia, while Arab countries tend to say Abdel Wahab.
Is Wahab a Muslim name?
Wahab is linked to the divine name al-Wahhab, found in the prayer 'Indeed, You are the Bestower' (Quran 3:8), so many families choose the full form Abdul Wahab.
How popular is Wahab?
It is common in Pakistan and India, while Arab countries usually say Abdel Wahab.
Gifts with the name Wahab
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Spellings and variants of Wahab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wahab mean?
Wahab means 'The generous Bestower'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Wahab a Muslim name?
Wahab is linked to the divine name al-Wahhab, found in the prayer 'Indeed, You are the Bestower' (Quran 3:8), so many families choose the full form Abdul Wahab.
How do you pronounce Wahab?
Wahab is pronounced wah-HAHB.
Is Wahab a boy or girl name?
Wahab is usually a boy name.