Raqib
Raqib is a Muslim boy name meaning “Guardian, watchful”.
| Meaning | Guardian, watchful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رقيب |
| Pronunciation | ra-KEEB |
| Arabic root | ر ق ب (r-q-b) — to watch over, to guard |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Raqib
Raqib is the standard transliteration of Raqīb, a watchful guardian. In Bangladesh it is often written Rakib, the most common form of the name there. Because al-Raqīb is one of God's Names, the compound ʿAbd al-Raqīb is also used, but Raqib on its own has long been accepted as describing a human quality of vigilance.
Is Raqib a Muslim name?
Yes. Raqib is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning watchful guardian.
Is Raqib in the Quran?
It appears in 'Not a word does he utter but there is a watcher (raqīb) ready beside him' (Quran 50:18).
Where is the name Raqib used?
Common in Bangladesh (as Rakib), India and Pakistan.
Gifts with the name Raqib
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Raqib
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Raqib mean?
Raqib means 'Guardian, watchful'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Raqib a Muslim name?
Yes. Raqib is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning watchful guardian.
How do you write Raqib in Arabic?
Raqib is written رقيب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Raqib?
Raqib is pronounced ra-KEEB.
Is Raqib mentioned in the Quran?
It appears in 'Not a word does he utter but there is a watcher (raqīb) ready beside him' (Quran 50:18).