Naqibs
Naqibs is the plural form of naqib, an Arabic term meaning “leader, chief, or representative.” In various Muslim communities, naqib has been used as an official title and as a descriptor for people serving in leadership or supervisory roles. The plural Naqibs appears in historical records referring to individuals who held such offices, particularly in contexts where there was a recognized head of a group or a municipality.
Historically, the title naqīb al-ashrāf (leader of the Ashraf, i.e., the descendants of the Prophet Muhammad) existed
In modern contexts, Naqib (and less commonly Naqib/Naqibs in the plural) is used as a surname among
The term may appear in historical documents, genealogical records, and contemporary name registries. It is distinct