Cenab
Cenab is a Muslim boy name meaning “Excellency, honoured presence”.
| Meaning | Excellency, honoured presence |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Turkish form |
| Arabic spelling | جناب |
| Pronunciation | jeh-NAHB |
| Arabic root | ج ن ب (j-n-b) — side; presence |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Cenab
Cenab, usually spelled Cenap in modern Turkish, comes from the Arabic janāb, which came to mean the honoured presence of a person and was used as a title like 'His Excellency'. In Urdu the same word, janab, is still the polite form for 'sir'. As a given name it is found mainly in Turkey.
Is Cenab a Muslim name?
Yes. Cenab is a Turkish form of the Arabic word janab, a term of respect, and is used by Muslim families in Turkey.
Where is the name Cenab used?
An uncommon Turkish name, more often spelled Cenap.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Cenab mean?
Cenab means 'Excellency, honoured presence'. It comes from Arabic, Turkish form.
Is Cenab a Muslim name?
Yes. Cenab is a Turkish form of the Arabic word janab, a term of respect, and is used by Muslim families in Turkey.
How do you write Cenab in Arabic?
Cenab is written جناب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Cenab?
Cenab is pronounced jeh-NAHB.