Habibie (surname)

Habibie is a surname, primarily associated with Indonesian culture. It is a variant spelling of "Habibi," an Arabic name meaning "beloved" or "dear one." The surname is most famously associated with Bacharuddin Jusuf Habibie, the third President of Indonesia. His presidency, though relatively short, was a significant period in Indonesian history marked by significant political and economic reforms. The surname's prevalence is relatively low outside of Indonesia and regions with significant Indonesian diaspora communities. Further research is needed to determine the precise origins and historical distribution of the surname.