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Shuayb

شعيب

Meaning

One who guides aright

📖 Quranic Reference

Quran 7:85

This name is mentioned in the Holy Quran

⭐ Prophetic Name

Shuayb is the name of a Prophet

Names of prophets carry great blessing in Islam

Gender

Boy's name

Origin

Arabic

Popularity

classic

Shuayb (شعيب) is an Arabic name meaning "One who guides aright". It is the name of a Prophet of Islam — naming a child after a prophet is highly encouraged in the Islamic tradition. This name or its root appears in the Holy Quran (Quran 7:85), giving it special significance for Muslim parents. 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)

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