Habib
Habib first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2019, when 39 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Habib popular?
Rising Habib has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 189 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 233 | |
| 2000s | 200 | |
| 1990s | 163 | |
| 1980s | 118 | |
| 1970s | 41 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Habib mean?
From the Arabic habib (حبيب) 'beloved, darling', from the root h-b-b 'to love'. A standard term of endearment used as a name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Habib mean?
Habib means Beloved. From the Arabic habib (حبيب) 'beloved, darling', from the root h-b-b 'to love'. A standard term of endearment used as a name.
What is the origin of the name Habib?
Habib is of arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Habib?
Habib is pronounced “hah-BEEB.”
Is Habib a boy or a girl name?
Habib is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Habib a popular name right now?
Habib has climbed over the past decade, given to more boys now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Habib?
In 2025, Habib ranked #3790 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Habib most popular?
Habib was most popular in 2019, when about 39 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Habib?
Names similar to Habib include Rigel, Badr, Suhail, Qasim, Nabil.
What names go well with Habib?
arabic names that pair well with Habib include Adam, Layla, Aaliyah, Malik, Amir.