Meaning & Origin
Derived from the Arabic root 'h-w-b', which means 'to love'. The name Mawhoob signifies being loved or cherished by others.
Spiritual meaning
Symbolizes the love and compassion of Allah towards His creation.
Language details
Mawhoob
Gifted or given by Allah
مواہب
اللہ تعالی کی طرف سے عطا کیا گیا
مواهب
المعطى أو الموهوب من الله تعالى
मोहव
परमात्मा द्वारा प्रदत्त
مواهب
د الله لخوا ورکړل شوی
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
maw-hoob
/mɑːwˈhuːb/
Lucky number
7
Lucky day
Saturday
Lucky colors
Life path
3
Lucky stone
Ruby
Cultural & Spiritual notes
The name Mawhoob is not commonly used in the Arabic world, yet the idea of being loved and cherished is a significant one in Islamic culture. It underscores the importance of building strong relationships with family, friends, and community. The name may be beloved to the person who bears it, but it is also a reminder of the importance of extending love and kindness to others.
In Islamic teachings, love is considered an essential aspect of faith. In Islam, love for Allah is the foundation of a strong spiritual connection. The Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, said, "None of you will enter Paradise until he loves me; and he will not love me unless he follows me" (Bukhari). By choosing the name Mawhoob, one may be reminded of the importance of striving to please Allah, and to cultivate a deep and sincere love for Him. Furthermore, the name also reflects the beauty of being loved by the Creator, and the immense reward of pleasing Allah.
Traditional Islamic name - Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture
Historical references
Al-Mawhoob (The Desirable) was a title given to the seventh Rightly-Guided Caliph, Ali ibn Abi Talib. It was used to signify his unique and profound connection to the Prophet Muhammad, as well as his reputation for justice, piety, and bravery.
656-661 CE
Another reference to Al-Mawhoob can be found in the context of a hadith narrated by Imam Ali ibn Husain Zainul Abidin, the sixth Shia Imam. In this hadith, the Prophet Muhammad is reported to have said, 'I shall be the chief intercessor on the Day of Judgment. Ali is my vicegerent and the master of those who come after me. He is the possessor of my knowledge and my executor. He is the most beloved to me among my companions, the dearest to my heart, and the nearest to me in this world and the next.' This hadith further underscores Ali's unique spiritual connection to the Prophet and adds to the significance of the title 'Al-Mawhoob'.
632-634 CE
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