Sheikh
Meaning of Sheikh
Sheikh is a male name with origins in Arabic. In English, it is pronounced as "sheek" (/ʃiːk/), while in Arabic, it is pronounced as "sheekh" (/ʃeɪk/). The name Sheikh has variations such as Shaykh. Although not very common, the name Sheikh has been chosen for newborns in the United States. In recent years, the name has fluctuated in popularity, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 20 per year. Despite its relatively low usage, Sheikh carries a strong cultural association with leadership and wisdom due to its Arabic origin. It can be a unique and meaningful choice for parents seeking a name rooted in rich heritage and significance.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as sheek (/ʃiːk/)
Arabic
- Pronunced as sheekh (/ʃeɪk/)
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Notable People Named Sheikh
| Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, also known as Bangabandhu, was a prominent Bangladeshi politician and revolutionary who played a pivotal role in the country's independence movement and is honored as the 'Father of the Nation' in Bangladesh. |
| Sheikh Hasina Wazed is the tenth Prime Minister of Bangladesh, serving since January 2009. |
| Sheikh Madar, also known as Madar Ahmed Shirwac, was a prominent 19th-century Somali leader and social reformer, known for his role in the modern foundation of Hargeisa and his venerated Sufi shrine in the city. |
| Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor Al Masrie bin Sheikh Mustapha is the first Malaysian astronaut who traveled to the International Space Station in 2007. |
| Begum Sheikh Fazilatunnesa Mujib, also known as Begum Mujib, was the wife of the first President of Bangladesh and mother of the current Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina. |
| Sheikh Russel, the youngest child of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, was tragically killed during the 1975 military coup in Bangladesh. |
| Sheikh Mohammed Abdullah was a prominent Bangladesh Awami League politician and lawyer who served as the State Minister of Religious Affairs until his passing in 2020. |
| Sheikh Ali Jaber was a Saudi Arabian-born preacher and scholar with Indonesian nationality, known for his role as a judge on Hafiz Indonesia and as a Da'i on national television stations. |
| Sheikh Helal Uddin is a Bangladesh Awami League politician and member of parliament from Bagerhat-1. |
| Sheikh Fazle Noor Taposh is a Bangladeshi politician and the current Mayor of South Dhaka, who has also served as a Member of the Jatiya Sangsad for Dhaka-10 and Dhaka-12 from the Bangladesh Awami League. |
| Sheikh Sibi is a Gambian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Italian Serie C Group A club Virtus Verona and the Gambia national team. |
| Sheikh Ibrahim Khaleel - Sheikh Malam Ibrahim Khaleel is an Islamic scholar from Kano State, Nigeria, who has shown interest in running for governor and is currently contesting in the 2023 election. |
| Sheikh Fazle Fahim is a prominent Bangladeshi business leader and the 22nd president of the Federation of Bangladesh Chambers of Commerce and Industries (FBCCI). |
| Sheikh Sadi Khan is a renowned Bangladeshi composer and music director, known for winning prestigious awards such as the Bangladesh National Film Award and the Ekushey Padak. |
| Sheikh Mustafa Kamal is an Indian politician and prominent leader of the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference Party, having served in multiple state cabinets. |
