Shaaban
Shaaban is a Muslim boy name meaning “Born in the month of Shaban”.
| Meaning | Born in the month of Shaban |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | شعبان |
| Pronunciation | shah-BAHN |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Shaaban
Shaaban is a spelling of Shaʿbān, the eighth month of the Islamic year, where the double a represents the ʿayn. The month leads into Ramadan, and the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ fasted more in Shaʿbān than in any other month outside Ramadan. The Tanzanian writer Shaaban Robert is a famous bearer.
Is Shaaban a Muslim name?
Yes. Shaaban is a Muslim name, after the month of Shaban that precedes Ramadan.
Where is the name Shaaban used?
Common in Tanzania, Kenya and Egypt.
Gifts with the name Shaaban
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- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Shaaban
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shaaban mean?
Shaaban means 'Born in the month of Shaban'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Shaaban a Muslim name?
Yes. Shaaban is a Muslim name, after the month of Shaban that precedes Ramadan.
How do you write Shaaban in Arabic?
Shaaban is written شعبان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Shaaban?
Shaaban is pronounced shah-BAHN.