88 Egyptian Baby Girl Names With Meanings

These names capture Egyptian glory, from ancient pyramids to captivating mythology.

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Egypt reminds us of Cleopatra, the pyramids, the Nile River, and the scenic beaches of the Red Sea. Inspired by them, Egyptian girl names have a thousand-year-old history that allures people from different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. These names drew inspiration from great queens like Nefertari, precious elements like Lapis, aspects of nature such as the morning sun, and mythological deities like Isis or Onofria. The modern names, though, are closely related to Arabic names, giving us a peek into the country's diverse cultures. These cross-cultural observations note the use of toponymic family names with the prefix 'El-' and were known to indicate one's place of origin and status within the society. Ancient Egyptian civilizations were known for their rich traditions, wisdom, mythology, and religion. Most Egyptian communities are collectivistic and consider family and ancient naming customs. A traditional Egyptian naming ceremony is done on the seventh day of the baby's birth and is called a Sebou. In addition to celebrating the baby's survival, this ceremony defines the roles and rites of passage of the child's parents depending on whether the baby is a boy or a girl (1). However, irrespective of their gender, a child's given name is followed by the given names of their father and grandfather, marking the importance of their patriarchal lineage in these societies. Girls in Egyptian societies are also named based on the qualities they are expected to possess and their birth circumstances. Thus, each name was gifted with unique hieroglyphics, which helped immortalize them. If you've been looking for such distinct and meaningful names, this list of inspiring Egyptian names for baby girls is for you. This post lists a few unique Egyptian baby girl names and their meanings. Find out what each name means to pick one that suits your little princess's beauty and individuality.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Heba	Girl	The Gift of God; Generous Gift
Jomana	Girl	Noble; Musical; Decisive; Old fashioned
Mariam	Girl	Wished for a child; Bitter
Nour	Girl	Light
Rana	Girl	King; Elegant; Fertile fields; Nobility
Salma	Girl	Safe; Peaceful
Sara	Girl	Princess
Sarah	Girl	Princess; Noblewoman
Aaru	Unisex	Heavenly; Paradise
Amunet	Unisex	Secretive, hidden power

Anubis	Unisex	Egyptian god of the afterlife
Aswan	Unisex	City in Egypt
Atem	Unisex	Supreme; Complete; Enduring
Atum	Unisex	Complete; Perfect
Berenike	Girl	One who brings victory
Bes	Unisex	A dwarf god known for representing the protection of households, mothers, and children
Chione	Girl	Daughter of Nile
Cliupatra	Girl	A form of given name Cleopatra, meaning she who brings glory to the father.
Dalilah	Girl	Languish; Weak
Demiana	Unisex	Divine protector or beloved by God

Djoser	Unisex	Unification and stability
Ebonee	Girl	Black
Eboney	Girl	Deep black wood; Dark beauty
Eboni	Girl	Black
Ebony	Girl	Dark beauty
Edrice	Girl	A prosperous ruler
Feme	Girl	A name of love
Heru	Girl	God, ruler, falcon
Iah	Unisex	Moon God
Ibis	Unisex	Bird of myth and symbolism

Imy	Unisex	Diminutive of Imogen or Imogene; Variant of Imee
Iry	Unisex	Joyful; Charismatic; Energetic
Isis	Girl	Throne
Kemet	Unisex	Black land or Egypt
Khepri	Girl	Morning sun
Khyan	Unisex	A king in ancient Egypt
Kissa	Girl	Sister of twins
Kleopatra	Girl	A form of Cleopatra, meaning glory to father
Lapis	Girl	A semi-precious stone of an intense blue color
Lateefah	Girl	Pleasant and kind person of tender character

Lateefah latifah	Girl	A woman who has a gentle, kind, and tame nature
Luxor	Unisex	Palaces
Mandisa	Girl	Something sweet
Mareena	Girl	Graceful; Luminous; Beloved
Masika	Girl	A girl who was born during the rain
Massika	Girl	She is born during the rain
Mathayus	Unisex	Gift of God
Maye	Girl	Amun's beloved one
Meret	Unisex	Beloved
Midge	Girl	Pearl

Moswen	Unisex	The light-skin toned person
Nakiya	Unisex	Pure, radiant, graceful
Nane	Unisex	A nice-natured person
Nanu	Girl	Pretty; Handsome
Nefertari	Girl	The most pretty; Gorgeous; Nice looking
Neferteri	Girl	The gorgeous one; Prettiest
Nefertiri	Girl	The one who is most gorgeous, attractive, and smart looking
Nefertiti	Girl	One of the names of the lady monarch
Neferure	Girl	Human being; Mankind or woman kind
Nefret	Girl	Most stunning; Lovely; Nice looking

Neith	Girl	Standing high above others
Nelsy	Unisex	Victorious; Determined; Leader
Nenet	Girl	The person who is spiritual and divine
Nephthys	Girl	Lady of boundaries of temples
Nubia	Girl	Gold
Onofria	Girl	An ancient Egyptian God.
Orus	Unisex	King of Troezen; Above; Distant
Osiria	Girl	Mystical, powerful, divine
Pepi	Unisex	He who belongs to the Sun
Pharon	Unisex	Majestic ruler

Ptah	Unisex	God of craftsmen and architects
Rehema	Girl	A compassionate woman of a kind heart
Safiya	Girl	One who is pure
Sakara	Unisex	Fragrance; Flower
Saqqara	Unisex	Ancient Egyptian necropolis
Set	Unisex	Egyptian god of chaos and the desert
Seti	Unisex	Pillar; To make solid
Shani	Girl	A wonderful woman
Sisa	Unisex	Flower
Sukari	Unisex	Sweet or sweet like sugar

Tanit	Girl	One who owns an estate
Tanith	Girl	Derived from the name of the main Goddess of Carthage
Tannis	Unisex	Leather maker
Tauret	Girl	Goddess of pregnant women
Thema	Girl	The queen
Tiye	Girl	The deity of light; An ancient Egyptian queen
Valis	Unisex	Strength; Bravery; Protection
Yostina	Unisex	Faithful; Devoted to God

Egyptian girl names are not mere labels; they reflect the country's rich historical and cultural heritage. They represent a connection to the divine, family ties, and parents' aspirations for the child's future. Many Egyptian names are traditional, but people often mix them with contemporary names in modern Egypt. The list above offers many old and new Egyptian names with meanings to help you find a suitable name for your little princess. If you want any names for baby boys, you may check the unisex names on this list, which can be used for both boys and girls.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some Egyptian girl names inspired by nature or the environment?

Neith is a distinctive feminine name meaning 'water.' The name is associated with the Egyptian goddess of hunting, weaving, and war. Nut is another beautiful name that means 'sky' and is linked to the sky goddess and heavenly bodies. Amonet is another feminine name meaning 'hidden' and is associated with the wife of the god of air.

2. What are some popular Egyptian girl names with Islamic origins?

Aleya is the feminine form of Aali, which means 'high,' 'lofty,' or 'sublime' in Arabic. Lameis is another popular name meaning 'soft to touch.' Some more popular Egyptian names with Islamic origins include Najila (bright eyes), Jassmin (jasmine flower), and Nesreen (wild rose).

3. What are some royal Egyptian girl names?

Ankhesenamun is a unique name meaning 'her life is of Amon.' The name is associated with the queen and wife of Tutankhamun. Cleopatra is a popular name meaning 'glory of the father' and is associated with the Ptolemaic Egyptian queen. Nefertiti is another renowned title meaning 'the beautiful one has come' and is related to the queen of the new kingdom and wife of the Pharaoh Akhenaton.

4. What Egyptian name means love?

Qetesh, inspired by the fertility goddess, is a unique Egyptian name that means 'love.' Hathor, based on the goddess of love, is another name with the same connotations. Meresankh translates to 'she loves life,' and Merities, meaning 'loved by her father,' are some more Egyptian names associated with love and affection.

5. What are some Egyptian girl names that are inspired by mythology?

Serket is an Egyptian name that means 'she who lets breathe' and is associated with the goddess of scorpions and healer of poisonous bites. Sekhmet means 'powerful' and is associated with the lion-headed goddess of violence, plague, and healing. Isis means 'throne' and is linked to the goddess of sky and nature in Egyptian mythology.

6. What are some Egyptian girl names that reflect beauty or strength?

Nefartari is a mystical name that means 'the most beautiful.' It was the name of an Egyptian queen of the 13th century BC kingdom. Another charismatic Egyptian name is Neferuptah, which means 'beauty of Ptah.' It was the name of a sister of the pharaoh, Neferusobek. Zuberi, meaning 'strong,' derived from Zubair, meaning 'iron,' is a classic Egyptian name that represents strength.

References

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At 7 Days Egyptian Babies Mark First Rite Of Passage.
https://www.npr.org/2011/07/29/138792679/at-7-days-egyptian-babies-mark-first-rite-of-passage

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