Zab

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Meaning

River in Iraq

Origin

Arabic

Global Spellings

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Bengali āϜāĻžāĻŦ
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If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Zab is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'River in Iraq', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

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

Zab refers to the Great and Little Zab rivers in Iraq, the site of the decisive Battle of the Zab (750 CE), in which the Abbasids defeated the Umayyads and ended their caliphate.