Shayban

The Banu Shayban is an Arab tribe, a branch of the Banu Bakr, historically significant for their role in defeating the Persians at the Battle of Dhi Qar. They were primarily settled in al-Jazira during the early Islamic period and played a key role in the region's history, including military and political leadership. Notable members include al-Muthanna ibn Haritha, a leader in the Muslim conquest of Persia, and the Mazyadid dynasty founders who ruled Shirvan. The tribe was also known for its poets and patronage of Arabic literature.