شعيب

Shoaib

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Shoaib is a Muslim boy name meaning “Name of the Prophet Shuʿayb”.

MeaningName of the Prophet Shuʿayb
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingشعيب
Pronunciationshoo-AYB
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Shoaib

Shoaib is the South Asian spelling of Shuʿayb, the prophet sent to the people of Madyan who called them to worship God alone and to give full measure and weight in trade. His story appears in several surahs of the Quran. The name is popular in Pakistan and India, known for example through the cricketer Shoaib Akhtar.

Is Shoaib a Muslim name?

Yes. Shoaib is a Muslim name, the name of the Prophet Shuʿayb mentioned in the Quran.

Is Shoaib in the Quran?

The Quran says 'And to Madyan [We sent] their brother Shuʿayb' (Quran 7:85).

Where is the name Shoaib used?

Very common in Pakistan and India; Shuaib and Chouaib elsewhere.

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Spellings and variants of Shoaib

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shoaib mean?

Shoaib means 'Name of the Prophet Shuʿayb'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Shoaib a Muslim name?

Yes. Shoaib is a Muslim name, the name of the Prophet Shuʿayb mentioned in the Quran.

How do you write Shoaib in Arabic?

Shoaib is written شعيب in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Shoaib?

Shoaib is pronounced shoo-AYB.

Is Shoaib mentioned in the Quran?

The Quran says 'And to Madyan [We sent] their brother Shuʿayb' (Quran 7:85).

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.