A stringed musical instrument; also clouds
In Arabic, the name refers to white clouds or a specific type of bowed string instrument popular in Islamic culture. It is a poetic name that evokes both the beauty of the sky and the resonance of music. It is widely used across the Middle East, Central Asia, and South Asia.
Less common today
Rubab isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #8,082 in 2025.
Olympic swimmer from Pakistan
Indian politician and activist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
