Kawkab
Kawkab is a Muslim girl name meaning “Star, planet”.
| Meaning | Star, planet |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | كوكب |
| Pronunciation | KOW-kab |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kawkab
Kawkab is the Arabic word for a star or planet. It appears in the Quran in the story of Ibrāhīm looking at a star, and in Yūsuf's dream of eleven stars. As a girl's name it is used in Egypt and the Levant, and it was part of the title 'Kawkab al-Sharq' given to the singer Umm Kulthum.
Is Kawkab a Muslim name?
Yes. Kawkab is an Arabic name meaning star, and the word appears in the Quran.
Is Kawkab in the Quran?
It appears in 'When the night covered him, he saw a star' (Quran 6:76).
Where is the name Kawkab used?
Used in Egypt, Syria, Iraq and, as Kokab, in Iran and Afghanistan.
Gifts with the name Kawkab
- Kawkab name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Kawkab baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Kawkab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kawkab mean?
Kawkab means 'Star, planet'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Kawkab a Muslim name?
Yes. Kawkab is an Arabic name meaning star, and the word appears in the Quran.
How do you write Kawkab in Arabic?
Kawkab is written كوكب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kawkab?
Kawkab is pronounced KOW-kab.
Is Kawkab mentioned in the Quran?
It appears in 'When the night covered him, he saw a star' (Quran 6:76).