شعيب

Chouaib

boyArabic, French spelling

Chouaib is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of a Prophet”.

MeaningName of a Prophet
GenderBoy
OriginArabic, French spelling
Arabic spellingشعيب
Pronunciationshoo-AYB
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Chouaib

Chouaib is the North African French-style spelling of Shuʿayb, the Prophet sent to the people of Madyan who called them to worship God alone and to give full measure and weight in trade. The meaning of the name itself is uncertain, sometimes linked to shaʿb, 'people'. The ou spelling represents the Arabic u sound in French.

Is Chouaib a Muslim name?

Yes. Chouaib is the North African spelling of Shuayb, the name of a Prophet mentioned in the Quran.

Is Chouaib in the Quran?

The Prophet is named in 'And to Madyan We sent their brother Shuʿayb' (Quran 11:84).

Where is the name Chouaib used?

Common in Morocco, Algeria and among North Africans in France and Belgium.

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Spellings and variants of Chouaib

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Chouaib mean?

Chouaib means 'Name of a Prophet'. It comes from Arabic, French spelling.

Is Chouaib a Muslim name?

Yes. Chouaib is the North African spelling of Shuayb, the name of a Prophet mentioned in the Quran.

How do you write Chouaib in Arabic?

Chouaib is written شعيب in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Chouaib?

Chouaib is pronounced shoo-AYB.

Is Chouaib mentioned in the Quran?

The Prophet is named in 'And to Madyan We sent their brother Shuʿayb' (Quran 11:84).

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.