Musab

♂ Boy

Pronounced moo-SAB /muˈsæb/High

Meaning: precious, sturdy treeMedium

In 30 seconds: Musab is an Arabic name meaning precious or a sturdy young tree. The name of Musab ibn Umayr, the first Islamic ambassador, a name of great historical honor.

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Origin MediumArabic

Meaningprecious, sturdy tree

U.S. rank (2025)#2160 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births67 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 919

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Musab derives from Arabic meaning precious or a young hard tree. Musab ibn Umayr was one of the earliest and most respected companions of the Prophet Muhammad.

Musab is used in Muslim communities worldwide, particularly among those who honor the companions of the Prophet.

Did you know? Musab ibn Umayr was the young companion chosen by the Prophet Muhammad to be Islam's first official envoy — sent to Medina to teach Islam before the Hijra. His name Musab thus means precious in the most literal sense.

Overall data confidence 78%

Behind the Name: Musab — name etymology referenceUS Social Security Name Database — U.S. popularity data

Variations

MusaabMus'ab

Nicknames

Famous Bearers

★Mus'ab ibn Umayr (died 625)
Companion of the Prophet Muhammad and the first ambassador of Islam, sent to Medina; died at the Battle of Uhud.

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Frequently Asked

What does Musab mean?

Musab means precious, sturdy tree.

How do you pronounce Musab?

Musab is pronounced moo-SAB (/muˈsæb/), with 2 syllables.

Is Musab a boy's name?

Yes, Musab is used as a boy's name.

How popular is the name Musab?

Arabic meaning well established; companion connection gives high historical honor.