Taleb
Taleb is a Muslim boy name meaning “Seeker, student of knowledge”.
| Meaning | Seeker, student of knowledge |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | طالب |
| Pronunciation | TAH-leb |
| Arabic root | ط ل ب (ṭ-l-b) — to seek |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Taleb
Taleb is a Levantine and Maghrebi spelling of Ṭālib, 'seeker', and in modern usage 'student'. Seeking knowledge (ṭalab al-ʿilm) is described in a famous hadith as an obligation on every Muslim. Abū Ṭālib, the uncle who raised and protected the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, carries the name in his kunya. Taleb is also a common surname.
Is Taleb a Muslim name?
Yes. Taleb (Talib) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'seeker of knowledge'.
Is Taleb in the Quran?
The word appears in 'weak are the seeker (al-ṭālib) and the sought' (Quran 22:73).
Where is the name Taleb used?
Used in Lebanon, Syria, Iraq and North Africa.
Gifts with the name Taleb
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Spellings and variants of Taleb
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Taleb mean?
Taleb means 'Seeker, student of knowledge'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Taleb a Muslim name?
Yes. Taleb (Talib) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'seeker of knowledge'.
How do you write Taleb in Arabic?
Taleb is written طالب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Taleb?
Taleb is pronounced TAH-leb.
Is Taleb mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'weak are the seeker (al-ṭālib) and the sought' (Quran 22:73).