Rabih
Fact sheet
- Name
- Rabih
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
The male first name Rabih carries the meanings 'the spring' or 'the one born in spring'. It derives from the Arabic word rabīʿ (رَبِيع) for 'spring'. Alternatively, the name can also be understood as a literal translation of Arabic rābiḥ (رَابِح) meaning 'the winner'.
What does the name Rabih mean?
Rabih is a male first name that means 'the spring' or 'the one born in spring'. This derivation comes from the Arabic rabīʿ (رَبِيع) for 'spring'. Additionally, the name can also be interpreted as a literal translation of Arabic rābiḥ (رَابِح) in the sense of 'the winner'. Rabih is particularly common in the Arab world. Variants of the name include Rabee, Rabi, and Rabie, while the feminine form is Rabiha.
Where does the name Rabih come from?
Rabih is a first name of Arabic origin, encompassing the meanings 'the spring' or 'the one born in spring'. Its roots can be traced back to the Arabic terms rabīʿ (رَبِيع) for 'spring' as well as rabiḥa (رَبِحَ) for 'to win, to gain, to profit' and rābiḥ (رَابِح) for 'winner'. The name is anchored in the Arabic and Lebanese language.
How do you pronounce Rabih?
The pronunciation of the name Rabih is two syllables and has a gentle sound. In German, it is usually pronounced as 'RA-bih' [ˈʁaːbɪh], starting with a long A sound that conveys a sense of openness and warmth. The voiced 'b' shapes the middle of the name, while the audible 'h' at the end softly concludes the sound. These characteristics give Rabih a calm and dignified aura - soft, clear, and with a warm resonance.
Popularity
In Germany, the name Rabih enjoys great popularity. Currently, it ranks 2,655th on the list of the most common first names for boys. Its best placement was in 2008, when it reached 1,535th place. Over the last ten years, Rabih has been given as a first name about 50 times, placing it 3,586th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,575th.
Famous people
- Rabih Abou-Khalil (Lebanese jazz musician)
- Rabih Alameddine (Lebanese painter)
- Rabih Ataya (footballer from Lebanon)
- Rabih Chamas (Lebanese actor)
- Rabih Jaber (singer from Sweden)
- Rabih Kayrouz (Lebanese designer)
- Rabih Mroue (Lebanese actor)
Frequently asked questions about the name Rabih
What does the first name Rabih mean?
Rabih means 'the spring' or 'the one born in spring'. The name derives from the Arabic word rabīʿ (رَبِيع).
Where does the name Rabih come from?
Rabih has Arabic roots and is closely associated with the terms rabīʿ (spring) and rabiḥa (to win).
How popular is the name Rabih?
Rabih is particularly common in the Arab world, where it enjoys a certain popularity.