Nayyab
Nayyab is a Muslim girl name meaning “Rare, precious”.
| Meaning | Rare, precious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Urdu / Persian |
| Arabic spelling | نایاب |
| Pronunciation | nai-YAAB |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Nayyab
Nayyab comes from the Persian and Urdu word nāyāb, which is made of two parts: nā-, meaning 'not', and yāb, from the verb yāftan, 'to find'. Something nāyāb is literally 'not to be found', and so rare, precious and hard to come by. As a name it expresses how treasured and unique a daughter is, the one-of-a-kind jewel of the family. Translations like 'rare', 'precious' and 'unique' differ only in emphasis.
In Urdu the word is written نایاب, and the usual English spellings are Nayab, Nayaab and Nayyab. The doubled y is especially popular in Pakistan, where many families feel it looks more distinctive, though it does not change the pronunciation much; the name is said nah-YAAB, with a long second vowel. Nayyab is mainly found in Pakistan and among Pakistani families abroad, and to a lesser degree in India. It has no Arabic root and is not a Quranic word, but its meaning is wholly positive and it has become a familiar modern Muslim girl's name in South Asia.
Is Nayyab a Muslim name?
Yes, Nayyab is used by Muslim families in Pakistan. It is Urdu/Persian rather than Arabic and means rare and precious.
Where is the name Nayyab used?
Mostly found in Pakistan and the Pakistani diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nayyab mean?
Nayyab means 'Rare, precious'. It comes from Urdu / Persian.
Is Nayyab a Muslim name?
Yes, Nayyab is used by Muslim families in Pakistan. It is Urdu/Persian rather than Arabic and means rare and precious.
How do you write Nayyab in Arabic?
Nayyab is written نایاب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nayyab?
Nayyab is pronounced nai-YAAB.
How do you write Nayyab in Urdu?
Nayyab is written نایاب in Urdu.
Is Nayyab an Arabic name?
No. Nayyab is Persian and Urdu, from nāyāb, meaning rare or precious.
Is Nayyab in the Quran?
No. It is not a Quranic word, but it is widely used by Muslim families in Pakistan.