Shahab

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Meaning

Meteor; Shooting star; Bright flame

Origin

Quranic

Global Spellings

Arabic شهاب
Urdu شہاب
Persian شهاب
Turkish Şahap
Bengali শাহাব
Indonesian Syahab
Pashto شهاب
The name Shahab is a classic masculine title rooted in Quranic tradition. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Meteor; Shooting star; Bright flame', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

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

Shahab is the Arabic word “shihab,” meaning “meteor,” “shooting star,” or “flame.” The Quran (37:10, 72:9) references shooting stars, giving the name a striking, celestial image.