Sufi
Majzub
Maj-zoob
Pronunciation: Maj-zoob
مجذوب
Boy Rare
Origin
Persian/Arabic
Meaning
One who is drawn or attracted by Divine Grace; a mystic absorbed in God
Thematic Cluster
Names of Spiritual Ecstasy
Islamic Status
Rare
Verification
Needs Review
Quality Score
Not scored
Religious Confidence
Not scored
Letters
6
Meaning Urdu
خدا کی طرف کھنچا ہوا، مجذوب، مست الہی
Meaning Arabic
مجذوب
The name Majzub holds a specific and elevated station in Islamic mysticism (Sufism), describing a person whose heart has been 'pulled' or 'attracted' (Jadhba) toward God, often bypassing the traditional, laborious stages of the spiritual path. It is a name that signifies a deep, innate connection to the spiritual world. In Persian and Urdu cultures, a Majzub is often viewed as a holy figure who has lost awareness of the self and the material world while being completely submerged in the presence of the Beloved. It connects historically to the spiritual intensity of figures like [[Junaid]] Baghdadi or [[Mansur]] al-Hallaj. Unlike the 'Salik' who travels the path, the Majzub is chosen by the path itself. This name is extremely rare in modern times, making it a unique choice for parents who seek a name with profound mystical weight and historical significance in the Islamic world.
FAQs
What does the name Majzub mean in Sufism?
It means 'the attracted one,' referring to a mystic who is drawn directly to God by divine grace.
Is Majzub a common name in Pakistan or India?
No, it is a very rare name, usually found in families with deep spiritual or Sufi ties.
What is the difference between a Majzub and a Salik?
A Salik is a traveler who follows a disciplined path, while a Majzub is one pulled directly by divine attraction.
What are the lucky elements for the name Majzub?
The lucky number is 9, the lucky day is Thursday, and the lucky color is green.
Is Majzub an Arabic or Persian name?
It has Arabic linguistic roots but is a significant technical term in Persian and Urdu Sufi traditions.
Names With Similar Meaning
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God-intoxicated, ecstatic, or spiritually drunk with divine love
Mashuk
The Beloved; the object of divine love
Müeyyed
Supported, strengthened, or aided by divine power
Mushtaq
Longing, yearning, or desiring; specifically the soul's intense longing for the Divine in Sufi philosophy.
Müştak
Longing, yearning for the divine
Mukadder
Preordained, destined, or decreed by divine will.
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