Luay
Luay is a Muslim boy name meaning “Classical name; meaning debated”.
| Meaning | Classical name; meaning debated |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | لؤي |
| Pronunciation | loo-AYY |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Luay
Luʾayy is an ancient Arabic name borne by Luʾayy ibn Ghālib, an ancestor of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and of the Quraysh. Classical scholars disagree on its meaning: it is often explained as a diminutive of laʾy, a word for the wild ox, while popular modern books say 'shield', which is not well supported. It is a popular name in Iraq, Syria and Jordan.
Is Luay a Muslim name?
Yes. Luay is a classical Arabic name, honoured as the name of one of the Prophet's ﷺ ancestors.
Where is the name Luay used?
Common in Iraq, Syria, Jordan and Palestine.
Gifts with the name Luay
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Luay
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Luay mean?
Luay means 'Classical name; meaning debated'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Luay a Muslim name?
Yes. Luay is a classical Arabic name, honoured as the name of one of the Prophet's ﷺ ancestors.
How do you write Luay in Arabic?
Luay is written لؤي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Luay?
Luay is pronounced loo-AYY.