Misbah
Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Misbah: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1994.
Misbah carries a warm, luminous meaning, originating from Arabic where it translates to “lamp” or “light,” symbolizing guidance and illumination. While less common in Scotland, it has been used within Muslim communities and gained modest recognition through figures like Misbah-ul-Haq, the respected former captain of the Pakistan national cricket team, known for his calm leadership. The name’s root also connects to various places highlighting light, such as the Misbah al-Masabih, a celebrated collection of hadiths. A lovely variant is Misba, which shares the same radiant essence, making Misbah a choice that feels both globally connected and quietly beautiful, perfect for a name that shines with hope.
Girl 1 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19943 babies
- Latest (1994)
- #6293 babies
- Total births
- 3since 1994
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y