Rabi
Rabi is a Muslim girl name meaning “Fourth; short for Rabi'a”.
| Meaning | Fourth; short for Rabi'a |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hausa short form of Arabic Rābiʿa |
| Arabic spelling | رابعة |
| Pronunciation | RAH-bee |
| Arabic root | ر ب ع (r-b-ʿ) — four, fourth |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rabi
Rabi is a short form of Rabiʿatu, the Hausa form of the Arabic name Rābiʿa, 'the fourth'. The name is honoured through Rābiʿa al-ʿAdawiyya of Basra, the celebrated early woman mystic known for her love of God. In northern Nigeria, Rabi is often used on its own as a full given name.
Is Rabi a Muslim name?
Yes. Rabi is a Muslim name, a short form of Rābiʿa, borne by the famous early saint Rābiʿa al-ʿAdawiyya.
Where is the name Rabi used?
Widely used among Hausa Muslims in northern Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rabi mean?
Rabi means 'Fourth; short for Rabi'a'. It comes from Hausa short form of Arabic Rābiʿa.
Is Rabi a Muslim name?
Yes. Rabi is a Muslim name, a short form of Rābiʿa, borne by the famous early saint Rābiʿa al-ʿAdawiyya.
How do you write Rabi in Arabic?
Rabi is written رابعة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rabi?
Rabi is pronounced RAH-bee.