Habibah
Girl name · 4 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Habibah: 4 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 4 births in 2006.
From Arabic roots, Habibah is the feminine form of Habib, meaning “beloved” or “dear friend,” a name that carries warmth and endearment across many Muslim communities. Among historical figures, Habibah bint Jahsh is remembered as a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, noted for her piety and devotion. The name’s masculine counterpart, Habib, is widely used as a given name and surname, appearing in modern contexts as well. While no major places are directly named after a Habibah, the root shares a connection with the Arabic word for love, ḥubb, which appears in numerous place names and personal names throughout the Islamic world. A common variant, Habiba, is more frequently encountered globally, though Habibah adds a slightly more traditional spelling that remains popular in Scotland among families with Arabic heritage.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20064 babies
- Latest (2006)
- #6064 babies
- Total births
- 4since 2006
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y