Declining since 2018, #7,194 for boys today.
Popularity of Suhayb since 2001
Babies named Suhayb per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 82 |
| 2010s | 203 |
| 2020s | 98 |
Meaning & origin
Suhayb is an uncommon Arabic name for boys in the United States, first recorded in the U.S. statistics in 2001. It reached its peak popularity in 2023, placing around rank 7,194. However, the name has been on a downward trend since 2018, with approximately 1 in every 155,280 male newborns given the name as of 2025. Unlike many Arabic names that have seen rising use in the West, Suhayb remains rare, with no top states registering significant numbers. The name carries religious significance for Muslims, honoring Suhayb al-Rumi, a companion of the Prophet. Its sounds are gentle yet distinctive, and its meaning remains debated among scholars, adding to its mystique. Parents drawn to traditional Arabic names with a quiet presence may find Suhayb an appealing choice.
Suhayb is a diminutive form of the Arabic name Suhayb, related to the root S-H-B meaning 'to be reddish' or 'to be companions.' It is famously borne by Suhayb al-Rumi, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad. The name has been used across the Muslim world for centuries.
“Suhayb” around the world
Where Suhayb lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
40
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Suhayb, Haybo
Sibling names for Suhayb
Names that share Suhayb's style, for a brother or sister.
