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Hiba

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Pronounced HEE-buh /ˈhiː.bə/High

Meaning: gift, present, donation from GodHigh

In 30 seconds: Hiba is a beautiful Arabic name meaning gift or donation from God. A short graceful two-syllable name widely popular across the Arab world for its joyful meaning.
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Origin HighArabic
Meaninggift, present, donation from God
U.S. rank (2025)#2177 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births85 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,129

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202319812025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Hiba derives from the Arabic root h-b-w meaning to give or to gift. As a given name it expresses the joy of receiving and giving — a child who is a precious gift from God.

Hiba is popular across the Arab world, from Morocco to Kuwait. It is simple, positive, and universally understood in Arabic-speaking communities.

Did you know? In Islamic theology, all of creation is seen as a hiba (gift) from God — making this name a constant reminder of divine generosity. The concept of hiba also has specific meaning in Islamic jurisprudence referring to charitable gifts.
Overall data confidence 95%
Wehr, Arabic-English Dictionary — reference for HibaBehind the Name: Hiba — name etymology reference

Variations

HibahHibba

Nicknames

Hi

Famous Bearers

  • ★Hiba Abouk (1986–present)
    Spanish actress of Tunisian descent, known for her role as Fátima in the TV series El Príncipe.

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Frequently Asked

What does Hiba mean?

Hiba means gift or donation from God in Arabic, from the root h-b-w meaning to give.

How do you pronounce Hiba?

Hiba is pronounced HEE-buh (/ˈhiː.bə/), with two syllables.

Is Hiba a girl's name?

Yes, Hiba is used as a feminine name across the Arab world.

How popular is the name Hiba?

Hiba is very popular across Arab-speaking countries and Muslim communities worldwide.

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