لبابة

Lubabah

girlArabic

Lubabah is a Muslim girl name meaning “The best, purest part; essence”.

MeaningThe best, purest part; essence
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 Lubabah

Lubabah comes from lubāb, the choicest or purest part of something, related to lubb (heart, mind). Lubāba bint al-Ḥārith, known as Umm al-Faḍl, was the wife of al-ʿAbbās, the Prophet's ﷺ uncle, and is said to have been among the first women in Makkah to accept Islam. Her sister was Maymūna, a Mother of the Believers.

Is Lubabah a Muslim name?

Yes. Lubabah is a Muslim name meaning the essence or best part, borne by the early Companion Umm al-Faḍl Lubāba.

Where is the name Lubabah used?

An uncommon classical name used in the Arab world and by families seeking Sahabiyat names.

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Spellings and variants of Lubabah

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Lubabah mean?

Lubabah means 'The best, purest part; essence'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Lubabah a Muslim name?

Yes. Lubabah is a Muslim name meaning the essence or best part, borne by the early Companion Umm al-Faḍl Lubāba.

How do you write Lubabah in Arabic?

Lubabah is written لبابة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Lubabah?

Lubabah is pronounced loo-BAA-bah.

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