Muneeb
Muneeb is a Muslim boy name meaning “One who turns to God in repentance”.
| Meaning | One who turns to God in repentance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | منيب |
| Pronunciation | moo-NEEB |
| Arabic root | ن و ب (n-w-b) — to return, to turn back |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Muneeb
Muneeb (Munīb) describes a person who keeps turning back to God with repentance and devotion. The Quran uses the word in praise of the Prophet Ibrahim and of the believer who comes to God with a 'returning heart'. The spelling Muneeb is the usual one in Pakistan and India, where the name is very popular.
Is Muneeb a Muslim name?
Yes. Muneeb is a Muslim name of Arabic origin taken directly from Quranic vocabulary, meaning one who turns to God in repentance.
Is Muneeb in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran in praise of Ibrahim: 'Indeed, Abraham was forbearing, tender-hearted and ever turning to Allah' (Quran 11:75).
Where is the name Muneeb used?
Especially popular in Pakistan and India; Munib is the more common spelling in the Arab world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Muneeb mean?
Muneeb means 'One who turns to God in repentance'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Muneeb a Muslim name?
Yes. Muneeb is a Muslim name of Arabic origin taken directly from Quranic vocabulary, meaning one who turns to God in repentance.
How do you write Muneeb in Arabic?
Muneeb is written منيب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Muneeb?
Muneeb is pronounced moo-NEEB.
Is Muneeb mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran in praise of Ibrahim: 'Indeed, Abraham was forbearing, tender-hearted and ever turning to Allah' (Quran 11:75).