Naba
Naba is a Muslim girl name meaning “News, tidings”.
| Meaning | News, tidings |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نبأ |
| Pronunciation | NAH-bah |
| Arabic root | ن ب أ (n-b-ʾ) — to inform, to bring news |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Naba
Naba is the Arabic word nabaʾ, 'news, important tidings'. It gives its name to Surah 78, al-Nabaʾ, which speaks of 'the great news' of the Resurrection, and it shares its root with nabī, 'prophet'. As a given name it is mostly used for girls, especially in Iraq, the Gulf and Pakistan.
Is Naba a Muslim name?
Yes. Naba is a Muslim name taken from the Quran, where it is the name of Surah 78.
Is Naba in the Quran?
Surah al-Nabaʾ opens: 'About what are they asking one another? About the great news (al-nabaʾ al-ʿaẓīm)' (Quran 78:1–2).
Where is the name Naba used?
Used in Iraq, the Gulf and Pakistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naba mean?
Naba means 'News, tidings'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Naba a Muslim name?
Yes. Naba is a Muslim name taken from the Quran, where it is the name of Surah 78.
How do you write Naba in Arabic?
Naba is written نبأ in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Naba?
Naba is pronounced NAH-bah.
Is Naba mentioned in the Quran?
Surah al-Nabaʾ opens: 'About what are they asking one another? About the great news (al-nabaʾ al-ʿaẓīm)' (Quran 78:1–2).