شعيب

Shuaib

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Shuaib 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 Shuaib

Shuaib is a transliteration of Shuʿayb, the prophet of Madyan in the Quran, often called the 'orator of the prophets' for his eloquence. He warned his people against cheating in weights and measures. This spelling is used in Africa, the Arab world and among English speakers, while Shoaib is more usual in Pakistan.

Is Shuaib a Muslim name?

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

Is Shuaib in the Quran?

The Quran says 'And to Madyan [We sent] their brother Shuʿayb' (Quran 11:84).

Where is the name Shuaib used?

Used widely; Shuaibu is a common Hausa form in Nigeria.

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Spellings and variants of Shuaib

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Shuaib mean?

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

Is Shuaib a Muslim name?

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

How do you write Shuaib in Arabic?

Shuaib is written شعيب in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Shuaib?

Shuaib is pronounced shoo-AYB.

Is Shuaib mentioned in the Quran?

The Quran says 'And to Madyan [We sent] their brother Shuʿayb' (Quran 11:84).

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