Juba
Meaning of Juba
Juba is a strong and unique name for a baby boy. This name has origins in various cultures, including Arabic, Swahili, Bari, and Hebrew. In Arabic, Swahili, and Bari, Juba is pronounced as joo-BAH (/ˈdʒuːba/), while in English it is pronounced as JOO-bah (/ˈdʒuːbə/). The Hebrew pronunciation is yoo-BAH (/juːbɑ/). Juba is also sometimes spelled as Jubal. Although not very common in recent years, Juba has been used as a given name for boys in the United States since the late 1960s. It carries an air of strength and individuality, making it a great choice for parents looking for a distinctive name with cultural significance.
Pronunciation
Arabic,Swahili,Bari
- Pronunced as joo-BAH (/ˈdʒuːba/)
English
- Pronunced as JOO-bah (/ˈdʒuːbə/)
Hebrew
- Pronunced as yoo-BAH (/juːbɑ/)
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Notable People Named Juba
| Juba II, a renowned scholar and successful king of Numidia and Mauretania, was married to Cleopatra Selene II, daughter of Queen Cleopatra VII and Roman Triumvir Mark Antony. |
| Juba I of Numidia, a king who reigned from 60 to 46 BC, was the son and successor to Hiempsal II. |
