ذہیب

Zohaib

boyArabic, Urdu usage

Zohaib is a Muslim boy name meaning “Little gold; precious”.

MeaningLittle gold; precious
GenderBoy
OriginArabic, Urdu usage
Arabic spellingذہیب
Pronunciationzoo-HAYB
Arabic rootذ ه ب (dh-h-b) — gold
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Zohaib

Zohaib is a popular Pakistani name generally explained as the diminutive of dhahab, gold, meaning 'little piece of gold'. The Urdu pronunciation turns dh into z. Some sources give other meanings, but the gold explanation is the most common. The name is rarely used in the Arab world and is mainly South Asian.

Is Zohaib a Muslim name?

Yes. Zohaib is used by Muslim families in Pakistan and is usually explained as an Arabic diminutive meaning little gold.

Where is the name Zohaib used?

Very common in Pakistan and among Pakistani diaspora.

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Spellings and variants of Zohaib

ZuhaibZohaebZuhayb

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Zohaib mean?

Zohaib means 'Little gold; precious'. It comes from Arabic, Urdu usage.

Is Zohaib a Muslim name?

Yes. Zohaib is used by Muslim families in Pakistan and is usually explained as an Arabic diminutive meaning little gold.

How do you write Zohaib in Arabic?

Zohaib is written ذہیب in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Zohaib?

Zohaib is pronounced zoo-HAYB.

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