طالبة

Taalibah

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Taalibah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Seeker, female student of knowledge”.

MeaningSeeker, female student of knowledge
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingطالبة
PronunciationTAH-li-bah
Arabic rootط ل ب (ṭ-l-b) — to seek, to request
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Taalibah

Taalibah is the feminine of Ṭālib, meaning a woman who seeks, especially a student of knowledge. In Arabic it is also the ordinary word for a female student. As a name it is used mostly by English-speaking Muslims who value its link to learning.

Is Taalibah a Muslim name?

Yes. Taalibah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning a seeker or student of knowledge.

Where is the name Taalibah used?

Used mainly among Muslims in South Africa, the UK and the US.

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Spellings and variants of Taalibah

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Taalibah mean?

Taalibah means 'Seeker, female student of knowledge'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Taalibah a Muslim name?

Yes. Taalibah is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning a seeker or student of knowledge.

How do you write Taalibah in Arabic?

Taalibah is written طالبة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Taalibah?

Taalibah is pronounced TAH-li-bah.

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