Utbah
Utbah is a Muslim boy name meaning “Threshold, doorstep”.
| Meaning | Threshold, doorstep |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عتبة |
| Pronunciation | OOT-bah |
| Arabic root | ع ت ب (ʿ-t-b) — threshold; to reproach |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Utbah
ʿUtba is an old Arabic name related to ʿataba, 'threshold, step'. It was borne both by opponents of the Prophet ﷺ, such as ʿUtba ibn Rabīʿa, killed at Badr, and by Companions such as ʿUtba ibn Ghazwān, who founded the city of Basra. It is less common today than many Sahaba names.
Is Utbah a Muslim name?
Yes. Utbah is an Arabic Muslim name, borne by the Companion Utba ibn Ghazwan, founder of Basra.
Where is the name Utbah used?
Used mainly in the Arab world.
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Spellings and variants of Utbah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Utbah mean?
Utbah means 'Threshold, doorstep'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Utbah a Muslim name?
Yes. Utbah is an Arabic Muslim name, borne by the Companion Utba ibn Ghazwan, founder of Basra.
How do you write Utbah in Arabic?
Utbah is written عتبة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Utbah?
Utbah is pronounced OOT-bah.