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QuraybahIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

River bank

Pronunciation: /ˈkʊrəba/

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Name
Quraybah
Meaning
River bank
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/ˈkʊrəba/
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Quraybah mean?

Quraybah is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "River bank". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /ˈkʊrəba/. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

قریبہ

قربانہ

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

قريبة

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Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/ˈkʊrəba/

IPA

qur.ˈay.bah

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Quraybah is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is River bank. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

BlueGreen

Lucky Stone

Turquoise

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, self-expression, and communication.

Personality

Personality Traits

CalmnessSerenityGentlenessDeterminationResourcefulnessAdaptability

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Connection to water, life, and growth.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name "Quraybah" in Islamic culture holds a significant connection with the historical event of the Battle of Quraybah, which took place during the early years of the Islamic Prophet Muhammad's (pbuh) life. The name of the place where the battle was fought was called "Wadī al-Quraybah", meaning the "valley of Quraybah". This battle was a turning point in Muslim history, as it was the first major military victory for Islam, and it helped to establish the early Muslim community and to spread the message of Islam beyond the Arabian Peninsula. Therefore, the name "Quraybah" has become synonymous with the early Islamic period and the emergence of a unified Muslim community.
In Islamic spirituality, the name "Quraybah" holds a deeper meaning, symbolizing the spiritual journey of an individual through the challenges and trials of life, akin to the banks of the river, which provides guidance and support. The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) once said, "Life is like a month, and every day is a year, and the bridge (on which a person passes over from this world to the Hereafter) is thinner than a sword's edge." (Sunan Abi Dawud). This Hadith emphasizes the importance of staying focused and steadfast amidst life's challenges and trials. The name "Quraybah" can be seen as a reminder of the need to navigate through life's challenges with determination and steadfastness, just as the river banks help the river to flow smoothly against the current. In this way, the name "Quraybah" can serve as an inspiration for individuals to persevere in their spiritual journey, and to remain steadfast in their faith despite the difficulties they may face.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Various Islamic scholars and saints The name Quraybah carried significant weight in that era.

Throughout Islamic history

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Quraybah

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🇵🇰Urdu

قریبہ

قربانہ

🇸🇦Arabic

قريبة

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🇮🇳Hindi

क़रीबा

परिस्थित

🇦🇫Pashto

کوريبه

نیه

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