Rising since 2008, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Shuayb since 2002
Babies named Shuayb per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 21 |
| 2010s | 57 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
The name Shuayb, recorded in U.S. data since 2002, has a rank of 6803 in 2025 and a 1-in-142340 incidence, reflecting its niche but steady use. Its trajectory shows a rising trend since 2008, and its peak year so far is 2025. While Shuayb is a distinct Arabic name with a strong religious connection to the prophet Shuaib, it remains uncommon in the United States, appealing to families seeking a name with Islamic heritage and a unique sound.
Shuayb is an Arabic name derived from the root ش-ع-ب (sh-'-b), which suggests a small flock or group. It is a diminutive form of Shuaib, the name of a prophet in Islam mentioned in the Quran. The name has been used historically among Muslim communities, particularly in the Middle East and South Asia.
“Shuayb” around the world
Where Shuayb lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shu, Shuey
Sibling names for Shuayb
Names that share Shuayb's style, for a brother or sister.
