Kebir
Kebir is a Muslim boy name meaning “Great, big, elder”.
| Meaning | Great, big, elder |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Maghrebi / Turkish form |
| Arabic spelling | كبير |
| Pronunciation | keh-BEER |
| Arabic root | ك ب ر (k-b-r) — to be great |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kebir
Kebir is the North African and Turkish pronunciation of Kabīr, great. Al-Kabīr, the Most Great, is one of the names of God, so the name is often used in the compound ʿAbd al-Kabīr. In Morocco and Algeria it is also common as a family name.
Is Kebir a Muslim name?
Yes. Kebir is a Muslim name, a regional form of Kabir, meaning great.
Is Kebir in the Quran?
God is described as 'the Knower of the unseen and the witnessed, the Most Great, the Most High' (Quran 13:9).
Where is the name Kebir used?
Used in Morocco, Algeria and Turkey.
Gifts with the name Kebir
- Kebir name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Kebir baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Kebir
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kebir mean?
Kebir means 'Great, big, elder'. It comes from Arabic, Maghrebi / Turkish form.
Is Kebir a Muslim name?
Yes. Kebir is a Muslim name, a regional form of Kabir, meaning great.
How do you write Kebir in Arabic?
Kebir is written كبير in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kebir?
Kebir is pronounced keh-BEER.
Is Kebir mentioned in the Quran?
God is described as 'the Knower of the unseen and the witnessed, the Most Great, the Most High' (Quran 13:9).