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Masab

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Meaning

Patient

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Sahabi

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic مصعب
Urdu مصعب
Persian مصاب
Bengali মাসাব
Pashto مصاب
If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Masab is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Patient', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Masab has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Masab, like Mus'ab, is tied to Mus'ab ibn Umair, the first ambassador of Islam, sent by the Prophet ﷺ to teach the Quran in Medina.

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Etymology

From the Arabic root ص-ع-ب (ṣ-ʿ-b, related to Mus'ab); Mus'ab ibn Umair was a young companion of the Prophet renowned for his role as the first envoy of Islam to Medina before the Hijra.

Islamic Significance

Musab ibn Umayr was the young Meccan of privileged family who gave it up for Islam, was sent to teach the first Muslims of Medina, and carried the banner at Uhud, where he was killed.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world.