Naqib
Naqib 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) — to investigate, to oversee |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Naqib
Naqib is the Arabic naqīb, a chief or representative of a group. Before the Hijra, the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ appointed twelve nuqabāʾ (leaders) from the Ansar at the Second Pledge of ʿAqaba. Later, the naqīb al-ashrāf was the official who represented the Prophet's descendants. In Afghanistan the name is often spelled Naqeeb or Naqibullah.
Is Naqib a Muslim name?
Yes. Naqib is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning leader, a word used in the Quran and the early history of Islam.
Is Naqib in the Quran?
'And We raised among them twelve leaders (naqīban)' (Quran 5:12).
Where is the name Naqib used?
Used in Afghanistan, Pakistan and India.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Naqib mean?
Naqib means 'Chief, leader, representative'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Naqib a Muslim name?
Yes. Naqib is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning leader, a word used in the Quran and the early history of Islam.
How do you write Naqib in Arabic?
Naqib is written نقيب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Naqib?
Naqib is pronounced na-KEEB.
Is Naqib mentioned in the Quran?
'And We raised among them twelve leaders (naqīban)' (Quran 5:12).