Abdul-Raqeeb
Abdul-Raqeeb is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Ever-Watchful”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Ever-Watchful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الرقيب |
| Pronunciation | ab-dur-ra-QEEB |
| Arabic root | ر ق ب (r-q-b) — to watch, to observe |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Raqeeb
Abdul-Raqeeb (ʿAbd al-Raqīb) means servant of al-Raqīb, the One who watches over every soul and nothing escapes. The name is used in Yemen, Pakistan and India, where it is often written Abdul Raqib, and is pronounced Abdur-Raqeeb in Arabic.
Is Abdul-Raqeeb a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Raqeeb is a Muslim name based on al-Raqīb, a divine name in the Quran.
Is Abdul-Raqeeb in the Quran?
The Quran says, 'Indeed, Allah is ever, over you, an Observer' (Quran 4:1).
Where is the name Abdul-Raqeeb used?
Found in Yemen and South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Raqeeb mean?
Abdul-Raqeeb means 'Servant of the Ever-Watchful'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Raqeeb a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Raqeeb is a Muslim name based on al-Raqīb, a divine name in the Quran.
How do you write Abdul-Raqeeb in Arabic?
Abdul-Raqeeb is written عبد الرقيب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Raqeeb?
Abdul-Raqeeb is pronounced ab-dur-ra-QEEB.
Is Abdul-Raqeeb mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says, 'Indeed, Allah is ever, over you, an Observer' (Quran 4:1).