UK boy's name
Suheib
The name Suheib has Arabic origins and conveys the meaning "Young bird, slender and handsome.".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Suheib is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Suheib popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4333, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2007 to 2007. 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.
Suheib is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Suheib. 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 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Suheib ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales in 2007, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 3 boys were registered as Suheib.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Suheib as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4333
2007
Births in 2007
3
Latest year
Peak year
2007
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Suheib mean?
The name Suheib originates from Arabic and is derived from the root word "sahiba," which means "to accompany" or "to be a companion." It is believed to have emerged during the early Islamic period, around the 7th century CE, in the Arabian Peninsula.
One of the earliest known bearers of this name was Suheib ibn Sinan al-Rumi, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad. He was a former Roman slave who embraced Islam and migrated from Mecca to Medina with the early Muslim community. Suheib ibn Sinan al-Rumi is revered for his devotion and sacrifices in the early days of Islam.
The name Suheib has been mentioned in various Islamic texts and historical records from the early Islamic era. It is considered a respectable and virtuous name, often associated with loyalty, companionship, and dedication to one's beliefs.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Suheib. One of them was Suheib Idris (1925-2008), a renowned Sudanese novelist, playwright, and intellectual. His works explored themes of cultural identity, social justice, and the human condition.
Another prominent figure was Suheib Yousef (1935-2016), a Palestinian poet and writer known for his powerful and evocative poetry that captured the struggles and aspirations of the Palestinian people. His works have been widely celebrated and translated into numerous languages.
In the field of sports, Suheib Malkawi (1919-1990) was a Jordanian athlete who represented his country in the 1964 and 1968 Olympic Games. He excelled in the marathon and long-distance running events, and his achievements brought pride to Jordan's athletic community.
Suheib Ilyasi (born 1969) is an Indian television personality and former television host, known for hosting the popular crime show "India's Most Wanted" and other programs that explored societal issues and human interest stories.
The name Suheib has also been borne by scholars, artists, and public figures across various cultures and regions, reflecting its enduring appeal and the diverse backgrounds of those who have carried this name throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Suheib by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Suheib 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #4333 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Suheib
- Samuel 108,505
- Sebastian 33,008
- Sam 20,889
- Stanley 16,354
- Sonny 15,028
- Sean 15,006
- Scott 12,587
- Seth 9,841
- Syed 9,050
- Stephen 8,884
- Spencer 8,333
- Steven 6,970
FAQ
Suheib: questions and answers
How popular is the name Suheib in the UK right now?
In 2007, Suheib was ranked #4333 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Suheib most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 3 babies registered as Suheib in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Suheib?
The name Suheib has Arabic origins and conveys the meaning "Young bird, slender and handsome.".
How many people are called Suheib in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Suheib across the 1 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.