Sahba
Sahba is a Muslim girl name meaning “Reddish wine; rosy, ruddy”.
| Meaning | Reddish wine; rosy, ruddy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic, used mainly in Persian |
| Arabic spelling | صهبا |
| Pronunciation | sah-BAH |
| Arabic root | ص ه ب (ṣ-h-b) — to be reddish-fair |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Sahba
Sahba comes from the Arabic ṣahbāʾ, a classical poetic word for wine, named after its reddish colour. Through Persian poetry, where wine is a frequent mystical image, it became a girl's name in Iran. Parents usually choose it for its sound and its sense of a warm, rosy colour rather than its literal meaning.
Is Sahba a Muslim name?
Sahba is used by Muslim families in Iran, but it is not a traditional Islamic name, since its original meaning is wine. Families wanting a similar sound with a clearly positive meaning often prefer Safa, Sahar or Saba.
Where is the name Sahba used?
Used mainly in Iran and among Iranians abroad.
Gifts with the name Sahba
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sahba mean?
Sahba means 'Reddish wine; rosy, ruddy'. It comes from Arabic, used mainly in Persian.
Is Sahba a Muslim name?
Sahba is used by Muslim families in Iran, but it is not a traditional Islamic name, since its original meaning is wine. Families wanting a similar sound with a clearly positive meaning often prefer Safa, Sahar or Saba.
How do you write Sahba in Arabic?
Sahba is written صهبا in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sahba?
Sahba is pronounced sah-BAH.