Meaning and history
Lubna is an Arabic feminine name from lubnā, the name of the storax tree, valued for its fragrant resin. The tree appears in classical Arabic poetry, where Lubna also became associated with beauty and the celebrated love story of Qays and Lubna. The name is used across Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities. Notable bearers include Belgian actor Lubna Azabal and Jordanian biologist Lubna Tahtamouni.
In 2022, 5 babies were recorded with the name Lubna, ranking #15,306 among girls.