Raqib

Raqib Meaning & Origin

About Raqib
The name "Raqib" is of Arabic origin and holds a spiritual significance. It is derived from the Arabic word "raqaba," meaning "to watch over" or "to observe." As a name, Raqib carries the meaning of "vigilant" or "watchful." It symbolizes someone who is observant, attentive, and mindful of their surroundings. The name Raqib is often given to boys and is believed to reflect qualities of alertness, awareness, and guardianship.

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Name Popularity

Gender Distribution

Most individuals with the name Raqib are male.

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Pronunciation

📇 Metaphone
RKP
🗽 NYSIIS
RAGA
🔊 Soundex
R0201
🎵 Syllabic Pronunciation
R AE1 K AH0 B
🌐 IPA
/raqib*/
🔊 Double Metaphone
('RKP', '')
🈯 Cross-Lingual Phonetic
R210

Accessibility & Communication

How to write the name Raqib in Braille

Here's how to represent Raqib in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.

The name Raqib in braille

How to Spell the Name Raqib in American Sign Language (ASL)

The image below shows how you can spell Raqib using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.

The name Raqib in sign language

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