Dahab
Dahab is a Muslim girl name meaning “Gold”.
| Meaning | Gold |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ذهب |
| Pronunciation | DAH-hab |
| Arabic root | ذ ه ب (dh-h-b) — gold; to go |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Dahab
Dahab is the Arabic word dhahab, gold, written with d as it is pronounced in Egypt and Sudan. It is used as a girls' name for something precious, and in Somali as Dahabo. It is also the name of a resort town on the Sinai coast of Egypt.
Is Dahab a Muslim name?
Yes. Dahab is an Arabic name meaning gold, used by Muslim families, particularly in Egypt and Sudan.
Is Dahab in the Quran?
The word appears in 'heaped-up sums of gold and silver' among the adornments of this world (Quran 3:14).
Where is the name Dahab used?
Used in Egypt and Sudan.
Gifts with the name Dahab
- Dahab name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Dahab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dahab mean?
Dahab means 'Gold'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Dahab a Muslim name?
Yes. Dahab is an Arabic name meaning gold, used by Muslim families, particularly in Egypt and Sudan.
How do you write Dahab in Arabic?
Dahab is written ذهب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Dahab?
Dahab is pronounced DAH-hab.
Is Dahab mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'heaped-up sums of gold and silver' among the adornments of this world (Quran 3:14).