Nabiha
About Nabiha
Nabiha is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'intelligent,' 'brilliant,' or 'noble.' The name derives from the Arabic root 'n-b-h' which relates to alertness, awareness, and mental sharpness. Nabiha is used throughout the Arabic-speaking world and Muslim communities globally, appreciated for its beautiful sound and positive meaning. The name carries connotations of wisdom and intellectual capacity, making it an empowering choice for a daughter. While traditional in origin, Nabiha has a contemporary feel that works well cross-culturally. The pronunciation (typically nah-BEE-ha) flows melodically, contributing to its appeal. Though not among the most common Arabic names internationally, Nabiha has maintained steady popularity within Arab and Muslim communities, valued for its meaningful associations with intelligence and achievement.
Pronounced nuh-BEE-huh.
As of October 2026, Nabiha ranked #7775 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #4047 in 2015.
AI-written. Reviewed by Sophie Kihm
Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | #4,047 | 37 | 20.7 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | #4,891 | 28 | 16.2 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
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