Lubaba
Lubaba is a Muslim girl name meaning “Essence, the pure inner part”.
| Meaning | Essence, the pure inner part |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | لبابة |
| Pronunciation | loo-BAA-bah |
| Arabic root | ل ب ب (l-b-b) — core, heart, intellect |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Lubaba
Lubāba comes from lubb, the core or kernel of something, also used for the mind. It was the name of Lubāba bint al-Ḥārith (Umm al-Faḍl), an early Muslim and wife of the Prophet's ﷺ uncle al-ʿAbbās; she was the mother of ʿAbd Allāh ibn ʿAbbās.
Is Lubaba a Muslim name?
Yes. Lubaba is a name from the Prophet's ﷺ own family circle and a well-regarded Muslim name.
Is Lubaba 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 Lubaba used?
An uncommon but respected name, used across the Muslim world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lubaba mean?
Lubaba means 'Essence, the pure inner part'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Lubaba a Muslim name?
Yes. Lubaba is a name from the Prophet's ﷺ own family circle and a well-regarded Muslim name.
How do you write Lubaba in Arabic?
Lubaba is written لبابة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Lubaba?
Lubaba is pronounced loo-BAA-bah.
Is Lubaba 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).