What is the meaning of the name Habib in Islam?

Habib (Arabic: حبيب) means "Beloved, dear" in Arabic. It is a boy's name used by Muslims worldwide.

Is Habib a good Islamic name?

Yes, Habib is considered a good Islamic name as it carries a positive meaning: "Beloved, dear". Names with good meanings are encouraged in Islam, and the Prophet ﷺ recommended naming children with beautiful names.

Boy Arabic

Habib

حبيب

Meaning

Beloved, dear

Gender

Boy's name

Origin

Arabic

Popularity

popular

Habib (حبيب) is an Arabic name meaning "Beloved, dear". The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ said: "On the Day of Judgement you will be called by your names and your fathers' names, so make your names good." (Abu Dawud)

More Boy's Names Starting with H

Harun

Exalted

هارون

Hud

Guidance

هود

Hasan

Handsome

حسن

Husayn

Good

حسين

Hamza

Strong

حمزة

Hakim

Wise

حكيم

Hani

Happy

هاني

Harith

Ploughman

حارث

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