Sohaib
Sohaib is a Muslim boy name meaning “Of reddish or fair complexion”.
| Meaning | Of reddish or fair complexion |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | صهيب |
| Pronunciation | so-HAYB |
| Arabic root | ص ه ب (ṣ-h-b) — reddish, of reddish-fair complexion |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sohaib
Sohaib is a South Asian and Egyptian spelling of Ṣuhayb, a diminutive linked to aṣhab, describing reddish or fair hair and complexion. The name is honoured through Ṣuhayb al-Rūmī, an early convert who left his wealth in Makkah to emigrate to Madinah; the Prophet ﷺ is reported to have said his trade had profited.
Is Sohaib a Muslim name?
Yes. Sohaib is a Muslim name, a form of Suhayb, the name of the Companion Suhayb al-Rumi.
Where is the name Sohaib used?
Popular in Pakistan, India and Egypt, where it is often spelled Sohaib or Soheib.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sohaib mean?
Sohaib means 'Of reddish or fair complexion'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sohaib a Muslim name?
Yes. Sohaib is a Muslim name, a form of Suhayb, the name of the Companion Suhayb al-Rumi.
How do you write Sohaib in Arabic?
Sohaib is written صهيب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sohaib?
Sohaib is pronounced so-HAYB.