Rising since 1997, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Shuaib since 1974
Babies named Shuaib per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 7 |
| 2000s | 106 |
| 2010s | 125 |
| 2020s | 85 |
Meaning & origin
Shuaib is a Quranic prophet name that has been used by Muslim families for generations. Rare in the United States, the name has been recorded since 1974 and has been steadily rising in usage since 1997, with a peak in 2024 when it ranked 6,143rd. Parents who choose Shuaib are often drawn to its strong religious heritage and distinctive sound, and though it doesn't rank among the top names in any state, its growth reflects increased cultural diversity in naming patterns. The name's spelling variants, including Sho'ayb and Shoaib, are more common in other English-speaking countries.
Shuaib is the English transliteration of the Arabic name Shu'ayb (شُعَيْب). The name is borne by the prophet Shu'ayb in the Quran, traditionally identified with the biblical Jethro. The root meaning is debated; some sources suggest it derives from the Arabic word 'shu'ayb' meaning 'small tribe' or 'group of people', while others propose a connection to 'sha'b' (people) with a diminutive suffix. The name has been used across the Muslim world for centuries, particularly in the Middle East and South Asia.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shu
Sibling names for Shuaib
Names that share Shuaib's style, for a brother or sister.
