Kawkabسَيِّدُنَا الْكَوْكَب
Meaning: The Star
A guiding star that leads people out of darkness into light.
Kawkab
سَيِّدُنَا الْكَوْكَبMeaning: The Star
Kawkab in the Quran
Islamic Tradition
Prophetic Tradition
"He guides like a star in the darkness."
Virtue
Following him leads to salvation.
Name Information
Quick Reference
Quran 33:56
Recommended: Recite Salawat upon learning this name
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Send Blessings Upon the Prophet ﷺ
"Indeed, Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O you who believe, send blessings upon him and greet him with peace." — Quran 33:56
Understanding Kawkab — A Complete Islamic Guide
Kawkab (سَيِّدُنَا الْكَوْكَب) is one of the blessed names of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, meaning "The Star". This name falls under the Attribute category of his names and titles.
Kawkab Among the Attribute Names
The 300+ names and titles of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ are grouped into categories that help readers understand the source and nature of each name. Kawkab belongs to the Attribute category, which includes attributes and descriptive qualities reflecting his noble character and conduct.
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How Muslims Use "Kawkab" Today
In Salawat
Muslims invoke the Prophet's ﷺ blessed names — including Kawkab — when sending Salawat (blessings) upon him, an act of worship highly rewarded in Islam.
In Study (Seerah)
Each name reveals a unique dimension of the Prophet's ﷺ character and mission, helping students of Seerah understand his complete biography.
As a Baby Name
Many parents choose "Kawkab" or names derived from it for their children, following the Prophet's ﷺ encouragement to take on blessed names.
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Send Blessings Upon the Prophet ﷺ
"Indeed, Allah and His angels send blessings upon the Prophet. O you who believe, send blessings upon him and greet him with peace." — Quran 33:56
May Allah send abundant blessings and peace upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his companions. Ameen.