UK girl's name
Areebah
A feminine Arabic name meaning "fragrant" or "having a sweet smell".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2023. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Areebah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Areebah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2023 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3598, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 31 births.
This profile covers 229 England and Wales registrations across 21 recorded years from 2001 to 2023. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 19% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 228 living people in the UK are called Areebah. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2024 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Areebah ranked #3598 for girls in England and Wales in 2023, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 31 girls were registered as Areebah.
- • About 228 living people in the UK are estimated to have Areebah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3598
2023
Births in 2023
6
Latest year
Peak year
2007
31 births
Estimated living
228
2026
Meaning
What does Areebah mean?
The name Areebah has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, tracing back to ancient times. It is derived from the Arabic word "areeb," which means "fragrant" or "sweet-smelling." This connection to pleasant aromas suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals with a metaphorical association to beauty, grace, or a pleasing presence.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Areebah can be found in the writings of renowned Arab scholars and poets from the 7th and 8th centuries CE. These literary works often depicted Areebah as a feminine name associated with elegance and refinement.
In the realm of Islamic history, the name Areebah gained prominence during the Abbasid Caliphate, which ruled from 750 to 1258 CE. During this golden age of Islamic civilization, several notable figures bore the name Areebah, including Areebah bint Ahmad al-Qudsi (born in 1050 CE), a celebrated scholar and poet who contributed to the literary and intellectual discourse of her time.
Another historical figure of note was Areebah al-Andalusiya (born in 1165 CE), a skilled calligrapher and artist from the Iberian Peninsula. Her intricate calligraphic works adorned the walls of mosques and palaces, showcasing the beauty and artistry associated with the name Areebah.
In the realm of Sufi mysticism, Areebah al-Basriya (born in 1210 CE) was a revered figure known for her spiritual wisdom and devotion. Her teachings and writings on the inner dimensions of the Islamic faith left a lasting impact on the Sufi tradition.
Moving forward in time, the name Areebah continued to resonate across various regions and cultures influenced by the Arab world. One notable figure was Areebah al-Misriya (born in 1650 CE), a renowned scholar and educator from Egypt who contributed significantly to the fields of Islamic jurisprudence and theology.
These historical examples illustrate the enduring presence of the name Areebah throughout different eras and the diverse cultural and intellectual contributions of those who bore this name.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Areebah over time
The chart below shows babies named Areebah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2023. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Areebah, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2023, compared with 31 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Areebah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Areebah was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4590 | 9 | 2 |
| 2010s | #2958 | 91 | 10 |
| 2000s | #1860 | 129 | 9 |
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- Amber 31,922
- Anna 27,802
- Alexandra 19,455
- Amelie 18,051
- Abbie 15,971
- Aimee 15,158
- Annabelle 15,120
FAQ
Areebah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Areebah in the UK right now?
In 2023, Areebah was ranked #3598 for girls in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Areebah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 31 babies registered as Areebah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Areebah?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "fragrant" or "having a sweet smell".
How many people are called Areebah in the UK?
A total of 229 babies have been registered as Areebah across the 21 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.