Nusayba
Nusayba is a Muslim girl name meaning “Usually explained as of noble lineage”.
| Meaning | Usually explained as of noble lineage |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نسيبة |
| Pronunciation | noo-SAY-bah |
| Arabic root | ن س ب (n-s-b) — lineage, kinship |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Nusayba
Nusayba is the standard transliteration of the Arabic name of Nusayba bint Kaʿb al-Māziniyya (Umm ʿUmāra). She was one of two women at the second Pledge of ʿAqaba and is remembered for standing firm beside the Prophet ﷺ at Uhud, where she was wounded many times. The name is a diminutive form, generally linked to nasab, lineage.
Is Nusayba a Muslim name?
Yes. Nusayba is a Muslim name, the name of a celebrated female Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.
Where is the name Nusayba used?
Used across the Arab world and by Muslims worldwide.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nusayba mean?
Nusayba means 'Usually explained as of noble lineage'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Nusayba a Muslim name?
Yes. Nusayba is a Muslim name, the name of a celebrated female Companion of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Nusayba in Arabic?
Nusayba is written نسيبة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nusayba?
Nusayba is pronounced noo-SAY-bah.