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RababIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

White Cloud

Pronunciation: /rɑˈbɑːb/

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Name
Rabab
Meaning
White Cloud
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
/rɑˈbɑːb/
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Rabab mean?

Rabab is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "White Cloud". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: /rɑˈbɑːb/. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

رباب

اردو میں اس کا مطلب ہے 'جذاب' یا 'مقدس'

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

رباب

تسمية عربية يعني 'المقنعة' أو 'الجذابة'

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

/rɑˈbɑːb/

IPA

/ˈrɑːbɑːb/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Rabab is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is White Cloud. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

#FFD700#FDB813

Lucky Stone

Tiger's Eye

Life Path Number

4

Numerology meaning: The name Rabab is associated with the number 4 in numerology, which represents stability, order, and practicality. This name is a perfect choice for parents who want to give their child a name that reflects these qualities and helps them build a strong foundation for their future.

Personality

Personality Traits

GentleCompassionatePeacefulSereneV = VirtuousC = CalmL = LovingD = Devoted

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

In Islamic tradition, Rabab is associated with the concept of spiritual growth and enlightenment, as a white cloud is often seen as a symbol of divine guidance.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

In various Arab cultures, the name Rabab has a rich history and is associated with the early Islamic period and Sufism (Islamic mysticism). Rabab is also the name of a traditional music instrument that is widely used in Middle Eastern and North African music, adding to the cultural significance of the name.
In the spiritual realm, Rabab holds deep significance in Sufism as the name of a celestial being or angel, symbolizing Love, Beauty, and Closeness to God. Rabab is believed to be one of the influential spiritual guides who helps the soul ascend to the Divine Presence. The name Rabab is also associated with the Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) compassions and the purest and most innocent aspects of human nature.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Rabab bint Muawiyah, a companion of the Islamic prophet Muhammad The name Rabab carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Rabab

Rabab is an Arabic name that means 'alluring' or 'fascinating'

🇵🇰Urdu

رباب

اردو میں اس کا مطلب ہے 'جذاب' یا 'مقدس'

🇸🇦Arabic

رباب

تسمية عربية يعني 'المقنعة' أو 'الجذابة'

🇮🇳Hindi

रबाब

हिंदी में इसका अर्थ है 'जादुई' या 'आकर्षक'

🇦🇫Pashto

ڕبابه

پښتو کي دا مطلب 'جذاب' یا 'ځوابوونکي' دی

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Knowledge Graph

Connected entities and semantic relationships

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Religion
IslamMonotheistic Abrahamic religion based on the Quran
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Language
ArabicSemitic language of the Arab world and the Quran
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Language
UrduIndo-Aryan language of Pakistan and parts of India
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Language
EnglishGermanic language originating in England, now global lingua franca
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Country
Saudi ArabiaMiddle Eastern country, birthplace of Islam
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EgyptNorth African country with Arabic and ancient Egyptian naming traditions
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Quranic
QuranThe central religious text of Islam
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Culture
Islamic CultureThe cultural traditions of Muslim societies worldwide
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