Balarabe
Balarabe is a Muslim boy name meaning “Boy born on Wednesday”.
| Meaning | Boy born on Wednesday |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hausa (from Arabic al-arbiʿāʾ, Wednesday) |
| Pronunciation | bah-lah-RAH-beh |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Balarabe
Balarabe is a Hausa day name for a boy born on Wednesday. It comes from Laraba, the Hausa word for Wednesday, which in turn comes from Arabic al-arbiʿāʾ, 'the fourth day'. The girl's form is Larai or Laraba. Balarabe Musa, governor of old Kaduna State, is a well-known bearer.
Is Balarabe a Muslim name?
Balarabe is a Hausa day name built on an Arabic word, and it is used mainly by Muslim families in northern Nigeria.
Where is the name Balarabe used?
Common among Hausa speakers in northern Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Balarabe mean?
Balarabe means 'Boy born on Wednesday'. It comes from Hausa (from Arabic al-arbiʿāʾ, Wednesday).
Is Balarabe a Muslim name?
Balarabe is a Hausa day name built on an Arabic word, and it is used mainly by Muslim families in northern Nigeria.
How do you pronounce Balarabe?
Balarabe is pronounced bah-lah-RAH-beh.