Kaab
Kaab is a Muslim boy name meaning “Ankle; prominence, high standing”.
| Meaning | Ankle; prominence, high standing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | كعب |
| Pronunciation | KAH-ab |
| Arabic root | ك ع ب (k-ʿ-b) — to be prominent, raised |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kaab
Kaab (Kaʿb) literally means the ankle bone or a cube, and figuratively 'prominence' or 'glory', as in the Arabic expression for someone whose rank is high. Several Companions bore it, notably Kaʿb ibn Mālik, whose repentance after Tabuk is told in the Quran, and the poet Kaʿb ibn Zuhayr, author of the ode Bānat Suʿād recited before the Prophet ﷺ.
Is Kaab a Muslim name?
Yes. Kaab is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by well-known Companions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Where is the name Kaab used?
Used across the Arab world and increasingly among diaspora families looking for Sahaba names.
Gifts with the name Kaab
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Spellings and variants of Kaab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kaab mean?
Kaab means 'Ankle; prominence, high standing'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Kaab a Muslim name?
Yes. Kaab is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by well-known Companions of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
How do you write Kaab in Arabic?
Kaab is written كعب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kaab?
Kaab is pronounced KAH-ab.