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UK girl's name

Muniba

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "devoted" or "faithful".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Muniba is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Muniba popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5493, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 13 births.

This profile covers 122 England and Wales registrations across 19 recorded years from 1996 to 2020. 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 23% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 121 living people in the UK are called Muniba. 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 2021 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Muniba ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2005, when 13 girls were registered as Muniba.
  • About 121 living people in the UK are estimated to have Muniba as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5493

2020

Births in 2020

3

Latest year

Peak year

2005

13 births

Estimated living

121

2026

Meaning

What does Muniba mean?

The name Muniba has its roots in the Arabic language and is believed to have originated in the Middle East during the medieval period. It is derived from the Arabic word "muneeb," which means "one who repents" or "one who turns towards God." The name carries a spiritual and religious connotation, reflecting the importance of faith and piety in Islamic culture.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Muniba can be found in the writings of renowned Islamic scholars and historians from the 9th and 10th centuries. These texts often mentioned individuals bearing this name, suggesting its usage during the golden age of Islamic civilization.

Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Muniba. One of the most prominent examples is Muniba Al-Khalidi, a 10th-century Muslim scholar and poet from Baghdad, Iraq. She was renowned for her expertise in Arabic literature and her contributions to the literary circles of her time.

Another historical figure with the name Muniba was Muniba Al-Isfahani, a 12th-century Persian scholar and philosopher from Isfahan, Iran. She was known for her work in the fields of ethics and metaphysics, and her writings were widely studied and acclaimed during her lifetime.

In the 14th century, Muniba Al-Andalusi was a renowned Muslim jurist and scholar from Andalusia, Spain. She made significant contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence and was highly respected for her knowledge and wisdom.

Muniba Al-Maqdisi, a 16th-century Muslim scholar and theologian from Jerusalem, was also a notable figure who carried this name. She was known for her expertise in Islamic theology and her efforts in promoting religious education and understanding.

In more recent times, Muniba Mazari, a Pakistani artist, writer, and activist born in 1987, has gained international recognition for her work in promoting disability rights and advocating for inclusivity. Despite facing challenges due to a tragic accident, she has become an inspirational figure and a role model for many.

It is important to note that while the name Muniba has a rich historical and cultural significance, its usage may have evolved over time, and its popularity and prevalence can vary across different regions and communities.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Muniba over time

The chart below shows babies named Muniba registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Muniba, the clearest high point is 2005. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 13 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Muniba
0371013199620082020

Decades

Muniba by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Muniba 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 #5493 3 1
2010s #3976 47 8
2000s #2775 61 7
1990s #3400 11 3

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FAQ

Muniba: questions and answers

How popular is the name Muniba in the UK right now?

In 2020, Muniba was ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Muniba most popular?

The peak year on record was 2005, with 13 babies registered as Muniba in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Muniba?

A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "devoted" or "faithful".

How many people are called Muniba in the UK?

A total of 122 babies have been registered as Muniba across the 19 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.