Rakib
Rakib is a Muslim boy name meaning “Watchful guardian, observer”.
| Meaning | Watchful guardian, observer |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Bengali spelling |
| Arabic spelling | رقيب |
| Pronunciation | rah-KEEB |
| Arabic root | ر ق ب (r-q-b) — to watch, to guard |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rakib
Rakib is the Bengali spelling of the Arabic Raqīb, 'watchful, guardian'. Al-Raqīb, 'the Ever-Watchful', is one of the Names of Allah, so the name is properly understood as a human quality of vigilance; some families prefer the fuller ʿAbd al-Raqīb. It is a popular boys' name in Bangladesh.
Is Rakib a Muslim name?
Yes. Rakib is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'watchful'. As al-Raqib is a Name of Allah, some prefer the form Abdur Raqib, but Rakib is widely used.
Is Rakib in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'there is with him an observer prepared [to record]' (raqībun ʿatīd) (Quran 50:18).
Where is the name Rakib used?
Very common in Bangladesh.
Gifts with the name Rakib
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Spellings and variants of Rakib
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rakib mean?
Rakib means 'Watchful guardian, observer'. It comes from Arabic, Bengali spelling.
Is Rakib a Muslim name?
Yes. Rakib is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'watchful'. As al-Raqib is a Name of Allah, some prefer the form Abdur Raqib, but Rakib is widely used.
How do you write Rakib in Arabic?
Rakib is written رقيب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rakib?
Rakib is pronounced rah-KEEB.
Is Rakib mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'there is with him an observer prepared [to record]' (raqībun ʿatīd) (Quran 50:18).