Habibatu
Habibatu is a Muslim girl name meaning “Beloved, darling”.
| Meaning | Beloved, darling |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Arabic spelling | حبيبة |
| Pronunciation | ha-bee-BAH-too |
| Arabic root | ح ب ب (ḥ-b-b) — to love |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Habibatu
Habibatu is the Hausa form of Ḥabība, meaning beloved. Hausa often adds a final -u to Arabic names ending in the feminine -at, so Habībat becomes Habibatu, just as Fatimatu and Aminatu are formed. The Yoruba equivalent is Habibat. Ḥabība was also the name of one of the female Companions.
Is Habibatu a Muslim name?
Yes. Habibatu is a Muslim girl's name, the Hausa form of Arabic Habiba, meaning beloved.
Where is the name Habibatu used?
Used among Hausa and Fulani families in northern Nigeria and Niger.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Habibatu mean?
Habibatu means 'Beloved, darling'. It comes from Arabic, Hausa form.
Is Habibatu a Muslim name?
Yes. Habibatu is a Muslim girl's name, the Hausa form of Arabic Habiba, meaning beloved.
How do you write Habibatu in Arabic?
Habibatu is written حبيبة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Habibatu?
Habibatu is pronounced ha-bee-BAH-too.