Nuhu
Nuhu is a Muslim boy name meaning “Prophet Noah”.
| Meaning | Prophet Noah |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Hausa form |
| Arabic spelling | نوح |
| Pronunciation | NOO-hoo |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nuhu
Nuhu is the Hausa form of Nūḥ, the Prophet Noah. Hausa adds a final -u to many Arabic names, so Nūḥ becomes Nuhu, just as Mūsā becomes Musa and Yūsuf becomes Yusufu. It is common in northern Nigeria, Niger and Ghana, and is also used in Swahili-speaking East Africa.
Is Nuhu a Muslim name?
Yes. Nuhu is a Muslim name, the Hausa form of Nuh, the Prophet Noah.
Is Nuhu in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Indeed, We sent Noah (Nūḥ) to his people' (Quran 71:1).
Where is the name Nuhu used?
Common in northern Nigeria, Niger, Ghana and East Africa.
Gifts with the name Nuhu
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Spellings and variants of Nuhu
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nuhu mean?
Nuhu means 'Prophet Noah'. It comes from Arabic, Hausa form.
Is Nuhu a Muslim name?
Yes. Nuhu is a Muslim name, the Hausa form of Nuh, the Prophet Noah.
How do you write Nuhu in Arabic?
Nuhu is written نوح in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nuhu?
Nuhu is pronounced NOO-hoo.
Is Nuhu mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran says: 'Indeed, We sent Noah (Nūḥ) to his people' (Quran 71:1).