Thabit

Thabit is a masculine given name of Arabic origin. The root th-b-t conveys firmness or steadfastness, and the name is commonly interpreted as meaning firm, established, or steadfast. It has been used across the Arab world and continues to be found in Muslim communities today. Variants and transliterations include Thabet and Thabit, among others, depending on language and spelling conventions.

The most prominent bearer of the name is Thabit ibn Qurra (c. 826–901), a mathematician, astronomer, and translator active in Baghdad during the Abbasid Caliphate. He was part of the Islamic scholarly tradition that translated Greek scientific works and produced original contributions in mathematics and astronomy. Thabit’s work helped preserve and extend classical knowledge and influenced later Islamic scientists as well as medieval European scholars through the transmission of Greek mathematical and astronomical ideas.

In modern times, Thabit remains a common given name in many Arabic-speaking regions and among Muslim communities worldwide. It appears in various transliterations, including Thabet and other closely related forms, reflecting linguistic and regional differences. While primarily a given name, it may also appear in contemporary contexts as a surname in some cases. The name is typically used without implying a specific occupation or lineage, reflecting its broad cultural usage.