Sohaib Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationso-HYB / /soʊˈhaɪb/Arabic; Urdu
Meaning
Arabic: 'brave' or 'courageous'; Urdu: 'a person of good character'
Historical & Cultural Background
Sohaib is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in Muslim cultures. It is often associated with bravery and noble character. The name has historical significance in Islamic tradition, particularly linked to Sohaib ibn Sinan, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad. In contemporary times, it is used in various countries, including Pakistan and India.
Similar Names
Variants
- Suhayb
- Sohayb
International Variants
- Suhayb (Arabic)
- Sohayb (Urdu)
Famous people named Sohaib
Sohaib Athar is a Pakistani IT consultant known for live-tweeting the raid that killed Osama bin Laden in 2011.
Sohaib Al-Masri is a notable figure in the field of Islamic finance and has contributed to various financial institutions.
Fictional characters named Sohaib
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sohaib was first seen in the United States in 1982. Sohaib has ranked as high as #1274 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Sohaib has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sohaib (2000)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 12 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 14 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 10 |