Rabih
Meaningwinner, gainer · Arabic
Rabih is an Arabic boy name meaning “winner, gainer”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationRabih peaked in 1990, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Rabih you'd meet today is about 35 years old.
- HistoryRabih first shows up in US birth records in 1990, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 35 years since.
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Rabih
Rabih is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “winner, gainer”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It's a fresh, modern name that only arrived in US birth records in recent decades. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
Other spellings of Rabih
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Questions about the name Rabih
What does the name Rabih mean?
Rabih means “winner, gainer” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Winner (“winner”), Fayez (“winner, victor”), Dhananjay (“winner of wealth, Arjuna”) and Ohiyesa (“the winner”).
What is the origin of the name Rabih?
Rabih is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).
Is Rabih a boy or girl name?
Rabih is a boy name.
How popular is the name Rabih?
Rabih is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2007. It peaked at #8,117 in 1990, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Rabih?
If you like Rabih, you might also like Rabi, Raby, Winner, Fayez and Dhananjay. Rabi is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Rabih?
Rabih is an Arabic boy name meaning “winner, gainer”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.