Shihabسَيِّدُنَا الشِّهَاب
Meaning: The Meteor / Light
A shooting star that burns away falsehood and illuminates truth.
Shihab
سَيِّدُنَا الشِّهَابMeaning: The Meteor / Light
Shihab in the Quran
Islamic Tradition
Prophetic Tradition
"He burns away doubts like a meteor."
Virtue
His light destroys falsehood.
Name Information
Quick Reference
Quran 33:56
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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 Shihab — A Complete Islamic Guide
Shihab (سَيِّدُنَا الشِّهَاب) is one of the blessed names of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, meaning "The Meteor / Light". This name falls under the Title category of his names and titles.
Shihab Among the Title 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. Shihab belongs to the Title category, which includes honorific titles given to the Prophet ﷺ reflecting his status, mission, and role as the final Messenger.
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How Muslims Use "Shihab" Today
In Salawat
Muslims invoke the Prophet's ﷺ blessed names — including Shihab — 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 "Shihab" 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.