211 Afghan Baby Names With Meanings

Afghan baby names have their special meaning because they're connected to a rich culture. Afghanistan is called the ‘Heart of Asia’ and sits between Central and South Asia. It has a mix of history, different kinds of people, and traditions. All of this comes together to create Afghan baby names with profound meanings. These names aren't just labels. They hold tradition, history, and identity. Before we get into the list of Afghan names for boys and girls, let's talk about how Afghans name their children. The first name of an Afghan is a compound or double name such as Ahmad Khan, Ahmed Navid, or Bashir Bijan. These names could have an Arabic or Islamic component or a regional connotation. The last name refers to their profession, tribal affiliation, place of birth, or honorific titles. This may even result in people within the same family having different surnames. However, the world is changing, and Afghan names are too. In Afghan, surnames are more prevalent in educated and urban families, especially in those families that have been in contact with the Western world. Besides, there isn’t any standard orthography in Afghanistan. People write names as they are pronounced in their dialects. Hence, the same name can be pronounced and written differently in various parts of Afghanistan. Boys often have names from Arabic, and girls usually have names from the local Pashto or Persian. We've gathered a big collection of Afghan baby names and what they mean. Our goal is to help you find a name that's not just ordinary but special. Look through our collection, and you'll find names that show Afghan culture, history, and values. So, take this journey with us and pick a wonderful name for your son or daughter – a choice that's connected to Afghanistan and is close to your heart.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Musa		Boy	Drawn out of the water; Savior
Ayan		Boy	Watchful; Seeing
Zakariya		Boy	God has remembered
Hussain		Boy	Beautiful; Handsome
Tasneem		Girl	A fountain of paradise
Mateen		Boy	A well-mannered person
Taimur		Boy	Iron; As strong as an iron
Aryo		Boy	Name of the Iranian hero who fought against Alexander the Great
Asal		Girl	Honey
Zaryan		Boy	Seeker of wealth
Mukhtar		Boy	The chosen one
Shahmeer		Boy	One who is very handsome
Armeen		Boy	A character In Shahnameh.
Mohib		Boy	beloved, affectionate
Nouman		Boy	Flower beds
Abed		Boy	Worshiper; Adorer
Zarnish		Girl	Flower
Zuha		Girl	Forenoon, or the time between sunrise and noon
Dahir		Unisex	Dignified, respected
Babak		Boy	One with the young father; A satisfied person
Yamna		Girl	On the right side; One who is always right
Taara		Girl	Star; Apple of the eye
Tabish		Boy	Warmth; Brilliance
Imam		Boy	Leader or chief
Nahal		Girl	Young plant
Shehzad		Boy	Prince; Offspring of a king
Samiullah		Boy	Elevated or exalted by Allah
Arezo		Girl	Wish; Desire
Zarak		Boy	Gold
Hajira		Girl	The wife of Prophet Ibrahim; Prophet Ismaeel's mother
Yelina		Boy	God is gracious
Sador		Unisex	Faithful one; Helper
Shabana		Girl	Belonging to night
Afsoon		Girl	Charm or spell
Akbarkhan		Boy	A name of the Afghan Prince and a General
Asmaan		Girl	Sky
Futtehkhan		Boy	Triumph of a ruler; Winner king
Gulpari		Girl	Flower angel
Gulrang		Girl	The color of the flowers
Gulrang-rose		Unisex
Gulrez		Boy	Rose-sprinkler
Gulru		Boy	Rose face
Lodhi		Boy	Name of an Afghan tribe
Mahwash-moon		Unisex
Maiwand		Boy	Afghan place name; A famous place near Qandhar
Mirwais		Boy	A king like leader; Grandfather
Mohammadi		Unisex	The Red Cow; Holy Cow for sacrifice
Moinkhan		Boy	A person who is very affectionate and loving
Morsal		Girl	A flower found in the Afghan region
Moska		Girl	The smile or the expression of happiness
Nawaskhan		Boy	A generous ruler; One who gives
Nazy		Girl	A cute or appealing lady
Poya		Boy	The one who is constantly searching for something
Shararah		Girl	A woman who is like a burning flame
Shokouh		Girl	A splendid woman
Ibad-ur-Rehman		Unisex
Aabroo		Girl	Prestige
Aakrama		Boy	Name of a famous companion of Prophet Muhammad
Aarash		Boy	The first ray of the sun
Aazar		Boy	The ninth month of celebration
Abdiesus		Boy	One who serves
Abdul-Hannan		Unisex
Abdul-Muti		Unisex
Abdul-Muzanni		Unisex
Abrisham		Girl	Silk
Abu-Zar		Boy	Name of a great companion of the Prophet Muhammad
Afhak		Girl	Dew
Afri		Girl	Name of a character in Shahnameh, Siamak's daughter-in-law
Afshaneh		Girl	Sprinkling or scattering
Almeida		Boy	Low hill; Plateau
Amardad		Boy	One who is immortal
Amooz		Boy	Teacher; Instructor
Anousheh		Girl	Everlasting; Immortal
Anoushiravan		Boy	Name of an ancient Iranian king
Anwaaraddin		Boy	Light of the faith; Brilliance of the faith
Ariabood		Boy	The tribe leader
Armineh		Girl	Desire; Goal
Arzhang		Boy	Name of a character in Shahnameh.
Asadi		Boy	One strong like a lion.
Ashtak		Boy	One of the names of Prophet Muhammad
Azfaar		Boy	Victory and triumph
Azhar-ud-din		Boy	Most visible; One who explains the religion
Azoom		Boy	One who is extremely talented and wise.
Azyan		Unisex	Adornment; Decoration
Azzami		Boy	One who is fierce like a lion
Azzat		Boy	Turkish form of the Arabic name Azzah; Gazelle
Baddar		Boy	One who's always on time; A punctual man
Badeed		Boy	Sample; Specimen
Badih		Boy	Able to improvise; One who is witty and creative
Badilayn		Boy	Substitutes; Replacements
Badrawi		Boy	One who is like the full moon; Beautiful and radiant
Baghish		Boy	Light rain that affects just a small area.
Bahiri		Boy	Variant of Bahirun; A brilliant, lucid, and renowned person
Bahirun		Boy	A brilliant, lucid, and renowned person
Bahlul		Boy	One who smiles often; One who does a lot of good deeds
Bahnam		Boy	A reputable and honorable person
Benesh		Girl	Wisdom or intellect
Berezira		Girl	One who is full of intelligence
Burzin-Kurush		Unisex
Chaghama		Girl	Folk music in Afghanistan

Infographic: Awesome Afghan Baby Names

Afghan baby names have sublime meanings, from charm and wisdom to royalty and grace. Each name tells a story of its own, reflecting special and unique qualities. Find the ideal name for your little one in the infographic below. Connect with Afghan heritage and pick a name that carries lovely meanings.

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