Nakeeb
Nakeeb is a Muslim boy name meaning “Chief, leader, representative”.
| Meaning | Chief, leader, representative |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نقيب |
| Pronunciation | na-KEEB |
| Arabic root | ن ق ب (n-q-b) — chief, leader |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nakeeb
Nakeeb is a spelling of Naqīb, 'chief' or 'leader of a group'. At the Second Pledge of ʿAqaba the Prophet ﷺ appointed twelve nuqabāʾ from among the Ansar as leaders of their clans. Naqeeb is the more usual spelling in Pakistan and India.
Is Nakeeb a Muslim name?
Yes. Nakeeb (Naqīb) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'leader', a word used in the Quran.
Is Nakeeb in the Quran?
'And We raised from among them twelve leaders (naqīban)' (Quran 5:12).
Where is the name Nakeeb used?
Used in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
Gifts with the name Nakeeb
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Spellings and variants of Nakeeb
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nakeeb mean?
Nakeeb means 'Chief, leader, representative'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Nakeeb a Muslim name?
Yes. Nakeeb (Naqīb) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'leader', a word used in the Quran.
How do you write Nakeeb in Arabic?
Nakeeb is written نقيب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nakeeb?
Nakeeb is pronounced na-KEEB.
Is Nakeeb mentioned in the Quran?
'And We raised from among them twelve leaders (naqīban)' (Quran 5:12).