Muslim baby names

Names listed under the Muslim tradition. Please confirm religious details with a family elder or religious teacher.

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Meanings and origins are indicative. Sources and languages can disagree, and a name may carry different meanings in different cultures. For religious or cultural questions, please confirm with a family elder or religious teacher.

A

  • Aafaq – Horizons, world boundaries, vast skies
  • Aarib – Handsome, healthy, eloquent speaker
  • Abdullah – Servant of God
  • Abdullahi – Servant of God
  • Abeer – Fragrance, Aroma
  • Abeera – Fragrance, Aroma (feminine form)
  • Abish – Daughter of Elam, queen of Iran in history
  • Absham – Fragrant tree, scented wood
  • Absil – Brave, valiant, fearless warrior
  • Abu Bakr – Father of the young camel; honorable name of Abu Bakr al-Siddiq, the…
  • Abu Saleh – Father of righteousness; title of pious scholar
  • Abuzar – Father of wealth/light; honorable name of Abu Dharr al-Ghifari, one…
  • Adyan – Religions, spiritual paths, pious beliefs
  • Afzaal – Favors, virtues, blessings; variant of Afzal
  • Afzal – Best, most prominent, superior, preferred
  • Ahyaan – Era, epoch, moment of time, gift of God
  • Aisha – Alive
  • Aizar – Helper, defender, protector
  • Ali – Exalted
  • Aliyan – Exalted, high rank, sublime
  • Alwaan – Colors, vibrant shades of beauty
  • Amaan – Protection, safety, peace, tranquility
  • Ameera – Princess, Leader
  • Aminat – Faithful
  • Amirah – Princess, Commander
  • Anfal – Bounties, divine favors, and spoils of war; title of Surah Al-Anfal…
  • Arsam – Strong, brave, hero, dignified like a lion
  • Arshi – Belonging to the divine throne, heavenly angel
  • Asaaf – Pardoner, forgiving, benevolent guide
  • Asad – Lion, strength, courage, power, brave
  • Ashar – Wise, prudent, lively, one who has wisdom
  • Ashhal – Having bluish-grey eyes, sharp-eyed
  • Ateeq – Ancient, noble, freed from peril; title of Abu Bakr
  • Ayaan – Gift of God
  • Ayat – Verses, Divine Signs
  • Ayesha – Alive, prosperous
  • Ayla – Moonlight, Halo
  • Ayrin – Clear, bright like moonlight
  • Aysal – Moonlike, bright streams
  • Azeen – Beauty, ornament, noble adornment
  • Azhaan – Geniuses, sharp minds, intelligent ones
  • Azlaan – Lion, brave warrior, courageous heart
  • Azma – Greatness, grandeur, determination
  • Azmeena – Precious, beautiful, firm of resolve
  • Azra – Virgin, Pure

B

  • Basheer – Bringer of good tidings, herald of joy; attribute and Quranic title…
  • Basim – Smiling, cheerful, happy

E

  • Elyan – High rank, elevated, majestic, noble
  • Emanah – Trust, Faith

F

  • Faheem – Intelligent, perceptive, understanding, wise
  • Faiq – Superior, outstanding, supreme, excellent
  • Fatima – Captivating
  • Firas – Perspicacity, acumen, sharp intuition, knight

G

  • Gulrez – Sprinkler of flowers, gardener of roses

H

  • Habaan – Beloved, cherished, wide valley
  • Hadyan – Guides, leaders showing the right path
  • Haiyam – Spelling variant of Hiyam; loving, deeply affectionate
  • Hamiz – Sharp, witty, intelligent, brave
  • Hamza – Lion
  • Hassaan – Exceptionally handsome and beautiful; name of Hassan ibn Thabit, the…
  • Hayyan – Lively, energetic, full of life
  • Hazim – Discreet, prudent, decisive, resolute
  • Hiyam – Passionate love, deep affection, adoration
  • Hoor – Beautiful-eyed Maiden, Houris
  • Hoorain – Beautiful Angels
  • Hubab – Aspiration, goal; wave, bubble of water
  • Huzail – Prudent guide, companion of the Prophet
  • Huzaim – Prudent, firm, decisive leader
  • Huzain – Soft hill, elevated green land
  • Huzayl – Spelling variant of Huzail; historical tribal ancestor and scholar

I

  • Ibrahim – Father of nations
  • Ibtihal – Supplication, earnest prayer, and humble devotion to God; derived…
  • Inara – Light, Illumination
  • Isra – Night Journey
  • Izna – Light, bright ray of sun
  • Izzah – Honor, Dignity

J

  • Jazib – Attractive, charming, alluring, handsome
  • Juwairiyah – Damask rose

K

  • Kabeer – Great, grand, dignified, magnificent
  • Kanza – Treasure
  • Kazim – Restrainer of anger, patient, forbearing
  • Khalid – Eternal
  • Khizr – Green, flourishing, and verdant; name of Al-Khidr, the righteous…
  • Khusham – Pleasant, welcoming, delight of heart

L

  • Labeeb – Intelligent, sensible, wise, prudent
  • Layla – Night
  • Liyana – Softness, Gentleness

M

  • Maher – Skilled, proficient, expert, clever
  • Mahira – Skilled, Expert
  • Malak – Angel
  • Maryam – Beloved
  • Meeram – Flower bouquet, sweet arrangement
  • Meher – Kindness, Compassion
  • Mehri – Kind, loving, sun-like warmth
  • Mehrunisa – Compassionate Woman, Sun Among Women
  • Mikaeel – Archangel of sustenance, rain, and divine mercy (Michael) in Islamic…
  • Moazzam – Spelling variant of Muazzam; exalted, highly respected, and honored…
  • Moeed – Restorer, seeker of refuge; attribute of God (Al-Mu'id)
  • Momal – Beautiful legendary princess; beloved one
  • Muazzam – Exalted, respected, glorified, and honored; historically borne by…
  • Mubashir – Bringer of good news, herald of glad tidings
  • Muhammad – Praiseworthy
  • Murad – Desire, wish, goal, intended purpose
  • Muzammil – Enwrapped, enfolded in garments; title of honor bestowed upon…

N

  • Naqeeb – Leader, herald, chief, representative
  • Nayla – Achiever, Successful
  • Nazeer – Warner, observer, herald, equal/peer
  • Nihan – Secret, hidden treasure, latent beauty
  • Nimal – Blessings, favors, gifts of God
  • Noor – Light
  • Noreen – Luminous, bright, radiant light
  • Numair – Panther, young cub, panther-like brave warrior
  • Nusaybah – Noble Lineage

O

  • Omar – Flourishing

R

  • Rabail – Veil of silk, soft summer rain, sweet breeze
  • Rabee – Springtime, spring rain, green season
  • Rabiqa – Bound in unity, harmony, close friendship
  • Raeena – Queen, royal lady, leader
  • Raim – Loving, affectionate, tender-hearted
  • Raiqa – Clear, pure, serene, transparent water
  • Raqeebah – Watcher, guardian, vigilant protector
  • Raqiba – Guardian, watcher, observant protector
  • Rashiq – Graceful, elegant, slender build
  • Rayansh – Ray of light, part of the sun
  • Rehan – Sweet basil
  • Rehma – Mercy, Compassion
  • Rimsha – Bouquet of Flowers
  • Rizwana – Satisfaction, Contentment

S

  • Sabahat – Beauty, grace, elegance, handsome face
  • Sabiha – Beautiful, Morning
  • Sadaan – Happiness, fortunate one, joyful blessing
  • Sadeed – Relevant, correct, sound, and hitting the mark; mentioned in the…
  • Safwan – Rock, clear smooth stone; companion of Prophet Muhammad
  • Samyaan – Listener, obedient, attentive, high status
  • Samyan – High elevated status, exalted seeker
  • Sehrish – Glamorous, sunrise glow, enchanting
  • Shadan – Happy, joyful, cheerful heart
  • Shaffan – Cool morning rain, refreshing breeze
  • Shahan – King, royal ruler, majestic sovereign
  • Shahmeer – Beauty, king's flint, noble leader
  • Shakir – Grateful, thankful, and appreciative; reflecting the Quranic virtue…
  • Shazain – Brave, skillful warrior, crown ornament
  • Shehram – King of peace, noble night prince
  • Sheroon – Sweet, beloved, charming leader
  • Sidrah – Lote Tree, Lotus Tree
  • Siraj – Lamp, radiant beacon, and shining light; metaphor used in the Quran…
  • Suhail – Gentle, easy-going; Canopus (bright star in night sky)
  • Sulaiman – Man of peace; Prophet Sulaiman (Solomon), renowned in Islam as a…
  • Suleiman – Spelling variant of Sulaiman; peaceful king and Prophet in Islam…
  • Sunain – Beautiful eyes, clear vision

T

  • Tabshir – Good news, glad tidings, announcing joy
  • Tahreem – Honor, Respect
  • Tasneem – Fountain in Paradise
  • Tauseef – Praise, commendation, description of noble traits

U

  • Ufair – Brave, swift like a young gazelle
  • Urshia – Belonging to the sky, celestial angel
  • Usama – Lion, strength, courage, power, brave

W

  • Wajid – Finder, lover, deviser, one who discovers
  • Wania – Gift of Allah, gentle breeze
  • Waniya – Pearl, gift of Allah, gentle breeze
  • Wareewsha – Blossoming happiness, radiant blessing

Y

  • Yafey – Tall, high rank, elevated youth
  • Yameen – Blessed, auspicious, right hand, oath of loyalty
  • Yamin – Right-hand side, prosperous, blessed
  • Yaqzan – Vigilant, awake, watchful, and alert guardian; famously featured in…
  • Yawar – Helper, defender, patron, loyal friend
  • Yusma – Beautiful, charming face
  • Yusuf – God increases

Z

  • Zaheer – Bright, shining, supporter, helper
  • Zaid – Growth, increase, abundance, prosperity
  • Zaidan – Growth, increase, surplus of virtue
  • Zainab – Fragrant tree
  • Zara – Blossom, radiance
  • Zarnab – Marigold Flower
  • Zartaj – Crown of gold, queenly majesty
  • Zarwan – Era, time of fortune, old wise guide
  • Zayan – Beauty, grace
  • Zunair – Flower of Paradise, light of the moon

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