Qurban
Qurban is a Muslim boy name meaning “Sacrifice; offering that brings one near to God”.
| Meaning | Sacrifice; offering that brings one near to God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | قربان |
| Pronunciation | koor-BAHN |
| Arabic root | ق ر ب (q-r-b) — to draw near |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Qurban
Qurban means an offering made to draw closer to God, and it is the name for the animal sacrifice of Eid al-Adha, known in Turkey and Central Asia as Kurban Bayramı. As a boy's name it is common in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan and Central Asia, sometimes in compounds like Qurban Ali.
Is Qurban a Muslim name?
Yes. Qurban is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, tied to the sacrifice of Eid al-Adha.
Is Qurban in the Quran?
The word appears in the story of Adam's two sons: 'when they both offered a sacrifice (qurbān)' (Quran 5:27).
Where is the name Qurban used?
Used in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan and other parts of Central Asia.
Gifts with the name Qurban
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Qurban mean?
Qurban means 'Sacrifice; offering that brings one near to God'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Qurban a Muslim name?
Yes. Qurban is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, tied to the sacrifice of Eid al-Adha.
How do you write Qurban in Arabic?
Qurban is written قربان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Qurban?
Qurban is pronounced koor-BAHN.
Is Qurban mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the story of Adam's two sons: 'when they both offered a sacrifice (qurbān)' (Quran 5:27).