Rehab
Rehab is a Muslim girl name meaning “Vast spaces; open, welcoming”.
| Meaning | Vast spaces; open, welcoming |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | رحاب |
| Pronunciation | ri-HAAB |
| Arabic root | ر ح ب (r-ḥ-b) — to be wide, spacious; to welcome |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rehab
Rehab (Riḥāb) is the plural of raḥba, an open, spacious area. The same root gives marḥaban, welcome. The name suggests openness and generosity of spirit. It is popular in Egypt and Sudan, where it is spelled Rehab or Rihab; it has no link to the English word rehab.
Is Rehab a Muslim name?
Yes. Rehab (Rihab) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning wide open spaces.
Is Rehab in the Quran?
Its root appears in the Quran: 'and the earth, despite its vastness, became narrow for you' (Quran 9:25).
Where is the name Rehab used?
Common in Egypt, Sudan and Tunisia.
Gifts with the name Rehab
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Rehab
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rehab mean?
Rehab means 'Vast spaces; open, welcoming'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Rehab a Muslim name?
Yes. Rehab (Rihab) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning wide open spaces.
How do you write Rehab in Arabic?
Rehab is written رحاب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rehab?
Rehab is pronounced ri-HAAB.
Is Rehab mentioned in the Quran?
Its root appears in the Quran: 'and the earth, despite its vastness, became narrow for you' (Quran 9:25).