Rabbani
Rabbani is a Muslim boy name meaning “Godly, devoted to the Lord”.
| Meaning | Godly, devoted to the Lord |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ربانی |
| Pronunciation | rub-BAH-nee |
| Arabic root | ر ب ب (r-b-b) — lord, to nurture |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rabbani
Rabbani (Rabbānī) describes a person wholly devoted to God, learned and pious; the plural rabbāniyyūn is used in the Quran for godly scholars. In South Asia and Afghanistan it is used both as a given name and as a family name, as with the Afghan leader Burhanuddin Rabbani and the Pakistani politician Raza Rabbani.
Is Rabbani a Muslim name?
Yes. Rabbani is an Islamic name meaning godly, taken from a Quranic description of devout believers.
Is Rabbani in the Quran?
The Quran urges: 'Be devoted servants of the Lord (rabbāniyyīn)' (Quran 3:79).
Where is the name Rabbani used?
Used in Pakistan, Afghanistan, India and Bangladesh as a first name and surname.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rabbani mean?
Rabbani means 'Godly, devoted to the Lord'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rabbani a Muslim name?
Yes. Rabbani is an Islamic name meaning godly, taken from a Quranic description of devout believers.
How do you write Rabbani in Arabic?
Rabbani is written ربانی in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rabbani?
Rabbani is pronounced rub-BAH-nee.
Is Rabbani mentioned in the Quran?
The Quran urges: 'Be devoted servants of the Lord (rabbāniyyīn)' (Quran 3:79).