Mus'ab
Mus'ab is a Muslim boy name meaning “Strong, unyielding; hard to tame”.
| Meaning | Strong, unyielding; hard to tame |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | مصعب |
| Pronunciation | MOOS-ab |
| Arabic root | ص ع ب (ṣ-ʿ-b) — to be hard, difficult |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mus'ab
Muṣʿab comes from the root ṣ-ʿ-b, 'difficult', and was originally used of an untamed stallion, giving the sense of strength and determination. It is the name of Muṣʿab ibn ʿUmayr, the young Companion sent as the first teacher of Islam to Madinah, who carried the banner at Uhud and was martyred there.
Is Mus'ab a Muslim name?
Yes. Mus'ab is a Muslim name, borne by the Companion Mus'ab ibn Umayr, Islam's first envoy to Madinah.
Where is the name Mus'ab used?
Common in the Arab world, Turkey and South Asia.
Gifts with the name Mus'ab
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Spellings and variants of Mus'ab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mus'ab mean?
Mus'ab means 'Strong, unyielding; hard to tame'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mus'ab a Muslim name?
Yes. Mus'ab is a Muslim name, borne by the Companion Mus'ab ibn Umayr, Islam's first envoy to Madinah.
How do you write Mus'ab in Arabic?
Mus'ab is written مصعب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mus'ab?
Mus'ab is pronounced MOOS-ab.