نسيبة

Nuseiba

girlArabic

Nuseiba is a Muslim girl name meaning “Of noble lineage; name of a Companion”.

MeaningOf noble lineage; name of a Companion
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingنسيبة
Pronunciationnoo-SAY-bah
Arabic rootن س ب (n-s-b) — kinship, lineage
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Nuseiba

Nuseiba is a spelling of Nusayba, a diminutive form linked to nasab (lineage). The famous bearer is Nusayba bint Kaʿb, also known as Umm ʿUmāra, a woman of the Ansar who fought to defend the Prophet ﷺ at the Battle of Uhud. The 'ei' spelling reflects Levantine pronunciation.

Is Nuseiba a Muslim name?

Yes. Nuseiba (Nusayba) is a Muslim name after Nusayba bint Kaʿb, the brave female Companion.

Where is the name Nuseiba used?

Used across the Arab world and increasingly among Western Muslims.

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Spellings and variants of Nuseiba

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nuseiba mean?

Nuseiba means 'Of noble lineage; name of a Companion'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Nuseiba a Muslim name?

Yes. Nuseiba (Nusayba) is a Muslim name after Nusayba bint Kaʿb, the brave female Companion.

How do you write Nuseiba in Arabic?

Nuseiba is written نسيبة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Nuseiba?

Nuseiba is pronounced noo-SAY-bah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.