Thaqib
Thaqib is a Muslim boy name meaning “Piercing, shining brightly (of a star)”.
| Meaning | Piercing, shining brightly (of a star) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | ثاقب |
| Pronunciation | THAA-kib |
| Arabic root | ث ق ب (th-q-b) — to pierce |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Thaqib
Thaqib is the Arabic form of the name better known in South Asia as Saqib. Thāqib means 'piercing' and describes a star so bright its light seems to pierce the darkness; it also describes a sharp mind. South Asian languages pronounce the Arabic th as s, which produced the spellings Saqib and Sakib.
Is Thaqib a Muslim name?
Yes. Thaqib is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'piercing, brilliant', the original form of Saqib.
Is Thaqib in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'It is the piercing star' (al-najm al-thāqib) (Quran 86:3).
Where is the name Thaqib used?
Thaqib is used in the Arab world; Saqib and Sakib are far more common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Thaqib mean?
Thaqib means 'Piercing, shining brightly (of a star)'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Thaqib a Muslim name?
Yes. Thaqib is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'piercing, brilliant', the original form of Saqib.
How do you write Thaqib in Arabic?
Thaqib is written ثاقب in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Thaqib?
Thaqib is pronounced THAA-kib.
Is Thaqib mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'It is the piercing star' (al-najm al-thāqib) (Quran 86:3).