حبيب

Habeeb

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Habeeb is a Muslim boy name meaning “Beloved, dear friend”.

MeaningBeloved, dear friend
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingحبيب
Pronunciationha-BEEB
Arabic rootح ب ب (ḥ-b-b) — to love
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Habeeb

Habeeb is a spelling of Ḥabīb, beloved, with a double e for the long vowel. Ḥabīb Allāh, beloved of God, is a title of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The spelling Habeeb is particularly common in India, Sri Lanka and among Yoruba Muslims in Nigeria, where it is also a surname.

Is Habeeb a Muslim name?

Yes. Habeeb is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning beloved.

Where is the name Habeeb used?

Common in India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan and Nigeria.

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Spellings and variants of Habeeb

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Habeeb mean?

Habeeb means 'Beloved, dear friend'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Habeeb a Muslim name?

Yes. Habeeb is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning beloved.

How do you write Habeeb in Arabic?

Habeeb is written حبيب in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Habeeb?

Habeeb is pronounced ha-BEEB.

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