Thabit
Thabit is a Muslim boy name meaning “Firm, steadfast, established”.
| Meaning | Firm, steadfast, established |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ثابت |
| Pronunciation | THAA-bit |
| Arabic root | ث ب ت (th-b-t) — to be firm, steadfast |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Thabit
Thabit means firm, steady and unshaken. Several Companions carried it, including Thābit ibn Qays ibn Shammās, the orator of the Ansar, and Thābit ibn al-Daḥdāḥ. It is also the father's name of Zayd ibn Thābit, the scribe who led the compilation of the Quran. In Urdu it becomes Sabit.
Is Thabit a Muslim name?
Yes. Thabit is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by several Companions of the Prophet ﷺ.
Is Thabit in the Quran?
The root appears in the prayer 'Our Lord, pour patience upon us and make our feet firm' (wa thabbit aqdāmanā) (Quran 2:250).
Where is the name Thabit used?
Used throughout the Arab world (often Thabet) and in South Asia as Sabit.
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Spellings and variants of Thabit
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thabit mean?
Thabit means 'Firm, steadfast, established'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Thabit a Muslim name?
Yes. Thabit is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by several Companions of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Thabit in Arabic?
Thabit is written ثابت in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Thabit?
Thabit is pronounced THAA-bit.
Is Thabit mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in the prayer 'Our Lord, pour patience upon us and make our feet firm' (wa thabbit aqdāmanā) (Quran 2:250).