Hajib
Hajib is a Muslim boy name meaning “Chamberlain, gatekeeper; eyebrow”.
| Meaning | Chamberlain, gatekeeper; eyebrow |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حاجب |
| Pronunciation | HAA-jib |
| Arabic root | ح ج ب (ḥ-j-b) — to veil, to screen |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hajib
Hajib (ḥājib) literally means 'one who screens', and was the title of the chamberlain who controlled access to a ruler. In Muslim Spain the ḥājib was effectively the chief minister, as with al-Manṣūr ibn Abī ʿĀmir. The everyday word also means 'eyebrow'. It is a rare given name, more often met as a title or surname.
Is Hajib a Muslim name?
Yes. Hajib is an Arabic word with a long history in Muslim courts, though it is used only occasionally as a given name.
Is Hajib in the Quran?
Its root gives the word ḥijāb (screen), as in 'ask them from behind a screen' (Quran 33:53).
Where is the name Hajib used?
Rare as a first name; found mostly as a surname or title in North Africa and South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hajib mean?
Hajib means 'Chamberlain, gatekeeper; eyebrow'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hajib a Muslim name?
Yes. Hajib is an Arabic word with a long history in Muslim courts, though it is used only occasionally as a given name.
How do you write Hajib in Arabic?
Hajib is written حاجب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hajib?
Hajib is pronounced HAA-jib.
Is Hajib mentioned in the Quran?
Its root gives the word ḥijāb (screen), as in 'ask them from behind a screen' (Quran 33:53).