Habibah
Habibah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Beloved, dear”.
| Meaning | Beloved, dear |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حبيبة |
| Pronunciation | hah-BEE-bah |
| Arabic root | ح ب ب (ḥ-b-b) — to love |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Habibah
Habibah is the Malay spelling of Ḥabība, the feminine of Ḥabīb, meaning beloved. It is used across the Muslim world, and Ḥabība bint Sahl was a woman of the Anṣār mentioned in hadith. The Malay final -h marks the feminine ending, and the name is popular in Malaysia, Indonesia and West Africa.
Is Habibah a Muslim name?
Yes. Habibah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning beloved.
Where is the name Habibah used?
Common in Malaysia and Indonesia; Habiba is the global spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Habibah mean?
Habibah means 'Beloved, dear'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Habibah a Muslim name?
Yes. Habibah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning beloved.
How do you write Habibah in Arabic?
Habibah is written حبيبة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Habibah?
Habibah is pronounced hah-BEE-bah.