The name Waheeb is spelled using the Arabic alphabet, which has different letters than the Latin alphabet commonly used in English. The first two letters "و" and "ا" represent the sounds "w" and "a" respectively. The next two letters "هـ" and "ي" represent the sounds "h" and "ee" respectively. The final letter "ب" represents the sound "b". Therefore, the IPA phonetic transcription for the name Waheeb is /wɑːhiːb/.
The name "Waheeb" is predominantly of Arabic origin. It does not have a clear and widely accepted etymology or specific meaning in Arabic. However, it is believed to be derived from the Arabic root "wahaba", which means "to give" or "to bestow". "Waheeb" can be interpreted as a generous or giving person. It is a relatively uncommon name and may have variations in spelling or pronunciation depending on regional dialects.