Rubab
Rubab is a Muslim girl name meaning “White cloud; a stringed instrument”.
| Meaning | White cloud; a stringed instrument |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, South Asian pronunciation |
| Arabic spelling | رباب |
| Pronunciation | roo-BAAB |
| Arabic root | ر ب ب (r-b-b) |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Rubab
Rubab is the South Asian pronunciation of the Arabic Rabāb, which means a white cloud and is also the name of a bowed string instrument. It is remembered through al-Rabāb bint Imruʾ al-Qays, wife of Imam Ḥusayn and mother of Sukayna, who was present at Karbala. This makes the name especially loved among Shia families.
Is Rubab a Muslim name?
Yes. Rubab is a Muslim name, a form of Rabab, borne by the wife of Imam Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī.
Where is the name Rubab used?
Rubab is used in Pakistan and India; Rabab in Iraq, Lebanon, Egypt and the Gulf.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Rubab mean?
Rubab means 'White cloud; a stringed instrument'. It comes from Arabic, South Asian pronunciation.
Is Rubab a Muslim name?
Yes. Rubab is a Muslim name, a form of Rabab, borne by the wife of Imam Ḥusayn ibn ʿAlī.
How do you write Rubab in Arabic?
Rubab is written رباب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Rubab?
Rubab is pronounced roo-BAAB.