Unisex Name
Sabah
sˤa.ˈbaːħ
Overview
Gender
feminine & masculine
Origin
Categories
beginnings
light
morning
The Dragon Prince characters
time periods
times of day
Turkish words
Writing Systems
صباحArabic
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
79/100
classic140%
natural100%
strong65%
refined120%
strange120%
simple100%
serious120%
Meaning & Etymology
Sabah means 'morning' in Arabic and Turkish. In the context of the Malaysian state, Sabah represents a region rich in cultural and natural diversity, located in northern Borneo. The name reflects the state's vibrant and dynamic nature, much like the freshness and promise of a new day.
Etymology
Original Form:
صباح
Evolution:
The term 'Sabah' has its roots in the Arabic word 'صباح' (ṣabāḥ), meaning 'morning'. It was adopted into Turkish with the same meaning and later used to name the Malaysian state, symbolizing a new beg...
Source:
Arabic and Turkish languages