Garuba is a Nigerian male given name and surname predominantly used among Muslims, particularly within the Hausa community. Garuba or Garba is from Arabic word "al-garb" meaning southernmost prophet Muhammad's companion, Abubakar was buried on the southernmost side of the prophet.[1] This name Garuba/Garba is always attached to anyone with the name Abu bakr or Abubakar.
Gender | Male |
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Language(s) | Hausa |
Origin | |
Word/name | Nigerian |
Meaning | southernmost side of the prophet |
Region of origin | Northern, Nigeria |
References
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