Habibu
Habibu is a Muslim boy name meaning “Beloved, dear”.
| Meaning | Beloved, dear |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Arabic spelling | حبيب |
| Pronunciation | hah-BEE-boo |
| Arabic root | ح ب ب (ḥ-b-b) — love |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Habibu
Habibu is the Hausa form of Ḥabīb, 'beloved' or 'dear friend', with a final -u. Ḥabīb was the name of several early Muslims, among them the ascetic Ḥabīb al-ʿAjamī of Basra, and Ḥabīb Allāh, 'beloved of God', is a title given to the Prophet ﷺ. In Hausa it is used on its own and in compounds.
Is Habibu a Muslim name?
Yes. Habibu is the Hausa form of the Arabic Muslim name Habib, meaning beloved.
Where is the name Habibu used?
Found among Hausa Muslims in Nigeria and Niger.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Habibu mean?
Habibu means 'Beloved, dear'. It comes from Arabic, Hausa form.
Is Habibu a Muslim name?
Yes. Habibu is the Hausa form of the Arabic Muslim name Habib, meaning beloved.
How do you write Habibu in Arabic?
Habibu is written حبيب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Habibu?
Habibu is pronounced hah-BEE-boo.