Naqeeb
Naqeeb is a Muslim boy name meaning “Leader, chief, representative”.
| Meaning | Leader, chief, representative |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نقيب |
| Pronunciation | nah-KEEB |
| Arabic root | ن ق ب (n-q-b) — to investigate, to oversee |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Naqeeb
Naqeeb is the South Asian spelling of Naqīb, a leader or chief chosen to speak for and look after a group. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ appointed twelve nuqabāʾ from the Aws and Khazraj at the Second Pledge of ʿAqaba, and in later centuries the naqīb al-ashrāf was the official in charge of the Prophet's descendants. The word is used in the Quran for the twelve leaders of the Children of Israel.
Is Naqeeb a Muslim name?
Yes. Naqeeb is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning leader, and the word naqīb appears in the Quran.
Is Naqeeb in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'We raised among them twelve leaders (naqīban)' (Quran 5:12).
Where is the name Naqeeb used?
Used in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan; Naqib is the usual Arab spelling.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naqeeb mean?
Naqeeb means 'Leader, chief, representative'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Naqeeb a Muslim name?
Yes. Naqeeb is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning leader, and the word naqīb appears in the Quran.
How do you write Naqeeb in Arabic?
Naqeeb is written نقيب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Naqeeb?
Naqeeb is pronounced nah-KEEB.
Is Naqeeb mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'We raised among them twelve leaders (naqīban)' (Quran 5:12).