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ShabbahIslamic Unisex Arabic name meaning

Night

Pronunciation: Sh-abb-ah

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Name
Shabbah
Meaning
Night
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Unisex
Pronunciation
Sh-abb-ah
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Unisex
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Shabbah mean?

Shabbah is a unisex name from Arabic origin meaning "Night". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: Sh-abb-ah. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

Shabbah

اسلامی نام جس کا مطلب ہے Night

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

Shabbah

اسم عربي يعني Night

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Sh-abb-ah

IPA

/s/h/a/b/b/a/h/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Shabbah is listed as a islamic unisex name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Night. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

PurpleBlackBlue

Lucky Stone

Black Tourmaline

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: The number one represents new beginnings and leadership. Individuals with this number are often pioneers and innovators.

Personality

Personality Traits

MysteriousStrongPowerfulProtectiveWise

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Shabbah is a reminder of the power and mystery of the night and the universe.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Shabbah presents a deep connection to the Islamic faith as it is a reference to the night of the annual pilgrimage to Mecca, called the Night of Power or Laylat al-Qadr. It is believed to be one of the most pious nights in Islam, and where Allah extends limitless blessings to all believers. This name represents a strong connection to the Islamic traditions and beliefs.
The name Shabbah from a spiritual perspective signifies the calm and serene night, a time for contemplation, reflection, and connection with the Divine. The night takes us away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and invites us to pause and focus on our spiritual journey. The name serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking inner peace and divinity in our lives.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ibn Khaldun's Muqaddimah: The Prolegomenon to Historiography The name Shabbah carried significant weight in that era.

14th century

Historical records show that The Crusades and Islamic Spain: A Reassessment The name Shabbah carried significant weight in that era.

11th to 13th centuries

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Shabbah

🇵🇰Urdu

Shabbah

اسلامی نام جس کا مطلب ہے Night

🇸🇦Arabic

Shabbah

اسم عربي يعني Night

🇮🇳Hindi

Shabbah

इस्लामी नाम जिसका अर्थ है Night

🇦🇫Pashto

Shabbah

اسلامي نوم چې معنی یې ده Night

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