لبابة

Lubaaba

girlArabic

Lubaaba is a Muslim girl name meaning “Essence, the pure inner part”.

MeaningEssence, the pure inner part
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingلبابة
Pronunciationloo-BAA-bah
Arabic rootل ب ب (l-b-b) — core, heart, intellect
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Lubaaba

Lubaaba spells out the long vowel of Lubāba, from lubb, 'core, kernel, intellect'. The most famous bearer is Lubāba bint al-Ḥārith, known as Umm al-Faḍl, wife of al-ʿAbbās and among the first women to accept Islam. Her sister Maymūna became a Mother of the Believers.

Is Lubaaba a Muslim name?

Yes. Lubaaba is a Sahabiyya name, borne by Umm al-Faḍl Lubāba bint al-Ḥārith, the Prophet's ﷺ aunt by marriage.

Is Lubaaba in the Quran?

The root gives the Quranic phrase ulū al-albāb, 'people of understanding', as in 'Only those of understanding (ulū al-albāb) take heed' (Quran 13:19).

Where is the name Lubaaba used?

Used by families who want a name from the early Muslim community.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Lubaaba mean?

Lubaaba means 'Essence, the pure inner part'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Lubaaba a Muslim name?

Yes. Lubaaba is a Sahabiyya name, borne by Umm al-Faḍl Lubāba bint al-Ḥārith, the Prophet's ﷺ aunt by marriage.

How do you write Lubaaba in Arabic?

Lubaaba is written لبابة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Lubaaba?

Lubaaba is pronounced loo-BAA-bah.

Is Lubaaba mentioned in the Quran?

The root gives the Quranic phrase ulū al-albāb, 'people of understanding', as in 'Only those of understanding (ulū al-albāb) take heed' (Quran 13:19).

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