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Mohab
Pronounced MOH-hab /ˈmoʊ.hæb/Medium
Meaning: From the Arabic Muhab — 'awe-inspiring; majestic; dignified; feared and respected'Low
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Mohab comes from the Arabic Muhab — 'awe-inspiring; majestic; dignified; feared and respected'. A crisp, classic name (said 'MOH-hab').
In the U.S. it appears in Arabic-speaking, especially Egyptian, families. Rare, awe-inspiring at the root, and crisp.
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What does the name Mohab mean?
Mohab (Muhab) is Arabic for 'awe-inspiring; majestic; dignified'.
How do you pronounce Mohab?
It's said MOH-hab /ˈmoʊ.hæb/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Mohab a boy or girl name?
Mohab is a boy's name.
How popular is Mohab?
Mohab is a very rare name in the U.S.













