Muneebah
Muneebah is a Muslim girl name meaning “She who turns to God in repentance”.
| Meaning | She who turns to God in repentance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | منيبة |
| Pronunciation | moo-NEE-bah |
| Arabic root | ن و ب (n-w-b) — to return, to turn back |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Muneebah
Muneebah is the feminine form of Muneeb (Munīb), meaning a woman who turns to God in repentance and devotion. The extra -ah marks the Arabic feminine ending. The name is mostly found in South Asia, where it is also written Muniba, a spelling made familiar by Pakistani speaker Muniba Mazari.
Is Muneebah a Muslim name?
Yes. Muneebah is the feminine of the Quranic word munīb and is a Muslim name meaning one who turns to God.
Is Muneebah in the Quran?
The masculine word munīb appears in the Quran, as in 'Indeed, Abraham was forbearing, tender-hearted and ever turning to Allah' (Quran 11:75).
Where is the name Muneebah used?
Used mainly in Pakistan and India and their diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Muneebah mean?
Muneebah means 'She who turns to God in repentance'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Muneebah a Muslim name?
Yes. Muneebah is the feminine of the Quranic word munīb and is a Muslim name meaning one who turns to God.
How do you write Muneebah in Arabic?
Muneebah is written منيبة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Muneebah?
Muneebah is pronounced moo-NEE-bah.
Is Muneebah mentioned in the Quran?
The masculine word munīb appears in the Quran, as in 'Indeed, Abraham was forbearing, tender-hearted and ever turning to Allah' (Quran 11:75).