Shabani
Shabani is a Muslim boy name meaning “Born in the month of Shaban”.
| Meaning | Born in the month of Shaban |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Swahili form of Arabic Shaʿbān |
| Arabic spelling | شعبان |
| Pronunciation | shah-BAH-nee |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Shabani
Shabani is the Swahili form of Shaʿbān, the eighth month of the Islamic calendar, which comes just before Ramadan. In East Africa boys born in this month are often named after it. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ used to fast much of Shaʿbān, which gives the month special honour.
Is Shabani a Muslim name?
Yes. Shabani is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Shaban, the month before Ramadan.
Where is the name Shabani used?
Common in Tanzania, Kenya and the DR Congo.
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Spellings and variants of Shabani
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shabani mean?
Shabani means 'Born in the month of Shaban'. It comes from Swahili form of Arabic Shaʿbān.
Is Shabani a Muslim name?
Yes. Shabani is a Muslim name, the Swahili form of Shaban, the month before Ramadan.
How do you write Shabani in Arabic?
Shabani is written شعبان in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Shabani?
Shabani is pronounced shah-BAH-nee.