جليبيب

Julaybib

boyArabic

Julaybib is a Muslim boy name meaning “Little cloak”.

MeaningLittle cloak
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingجليبيب
Pronunciationjoo-LAY-beeb
Arabic rootج ل ب (j-l-b) — jilbāb, a cloak
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Julaybib

Julaybib is a diminutive of jilbāb, a cloak or outer garment. It was the name of a poor and humble Companion of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, whom the Prophet personally arranged to marry and who was later killed in battle. When he was found, the Prophet ﷺ said, 'He is from me and I am from him', a hadith recorded in Sahih Muslim.

Is Julaybib a Muslim name?

Yes. Julaybib is a Muslim name, honoured as the name of a Companion whom the Prophet ﷺ loved dearly.

Where is the name Julaybib used?

Rare as a given name, chosen mainly by families who know and love his story.

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Spellings and variants of Julaybib

JulaibibJulaybeeb

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Julaybib mean?

Julaybib means 'Little cloak'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Julaybib a Muslim name?

Yes. Julaybib is a Muslim name, honoured as the name of a Companion whom the Prophet ﷺ loved dearly.

How do you write Julaybib in Arabic?

Julaybib is written جليبيب in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Julaybib?

Julaybib is pronounced joo-LAY-beeb.

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