Talib
In Arabic: طَالِب
A name for someone who seeks knowledge or truth—the earnest one who strives to reach.
اسم يدلّ على طلب العلم أو الحق، أي الساعي الذي يتحرّى ويجتهد للوصول.
- Boy name
- Heritage
- Longer
- Strong sound
- Common
- Levant
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As a child
Called at home
طَالِب, come here sweetheart — dinner's ready.
As an adult
Professional intro
Pleased to meet you, I'm طَالِب.
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Questions parents ask
- What does the name Talib mean?
- A name for someone who seeks knowledge or truth—the earnest one who strives to reach.
- Is Talib a boy or a girl name?
- Talib is a boy name.
- How is Talib written in English?
- Talib in Arabic: طَالِب.
- Does Talib fit the father's name?
- Fit depends on the father or family name. Enter it in “Try the name now” on this page and we score the transition, length balance, and cadence.