Mehboob
Mehboob is a Muslim boy name meaning “Beloved, dearly loved”.
| Meaning | Beloved, dearly loved |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | محبوب |
| Pronunciation | meh-BOOB |
| Arabic root | ح ب ب (ḥ-b-b) — love |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mehboob
Mehboob is the Urdu pronunciation of the Arabic maḥbūb, 'beloved', from the root of ḥubb (love). In South Asian Sufi tradition the word is often linked with the saint Nizamuddin Auliya, known as Mehboob-e-Ilahi, 'beloved of God'. The name is also familiar from the film director Mehboob Khan, who made Mother India. The feminine form is Mehbooba.
Is Mehboob a Muslim name?
Yes. Mehboob is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning beloved, used by Muslims in India and Pakistan for generations.
Where is the name Mehboob used?
Common in India and Pakistan; Mahbub is the usual spelling in Bangladesh and Afghanistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mehboob mean?
Mehboob means 'Beloved, dearly loved'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mehboob a Muslim name?
Yes. Mehboob is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning beloved, used by Muslims in India and Pakistan for generations.
How do you write Mehboob in Arabic?
Mehboob is written محبوب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mehboob?
Mehboob is pronounced meh-BOOB.