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Suhaib

/soo-HAYB/Swahili & Wolof · a boy’s name

“Arabic-derived: commonly understood as “reddish” or “reddish-haired.” It is also the name of the Prophet Muhammad’s companion Suhayb al-Rumi.”

In Swahili

How to say it
soo-HAYB
Given to
Boys
Used in
Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda
How common
uncommon

Every way to write it

The name & its alternative spellings

SuhaibSuheibSohaib

From the same family

01Suhail“Arabic-derived: “Canopus,” a bright star; it can also carry senses such as “easy” or “gentle.””Swahilimale→︎02Suhaila“Arabic feminine form related to Suhail; commonly “little Canopus/little star,” and also associated with ease, gentleness, or softness.”Swahilifemale→︎

In Wolof

How to say it
soo-HAYB
Given to
Boys
Used in
Senegal, Gambia
How common
rare

From the same family

01Suhayb“Arabic Suhayb, traditionally understood as “reddish” or “reddish-haired”; also the name of the Companion Suhayb al-Rumi.”Wolofmale→︎