10078 Arabic Baby Names From The Middle East

A rich archive of names that flow like a beautiful earthy song.

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There’s no dearth of inspiration when it comes to Arabic baby names. While some parents look up to their family tree, others pick the name of their favorite television or movie character. However, many Arabs like to stick to their culture when selecting a baby name. As Carlyle had said, giving a name is a poetic art. Arabs do not just look for meanings in names. They are also particular about how the name sounds and if the syllables flow well or not. They want a name that rolls mellifluously from the tongue and has elements that fit well with each other. Yes, everything is taken into consideration while naming in the language of the angels, Arabic. Arab names also come in two versions, which are pre and post-Islam. The pre-Islamic names were usually derived from nature, vocabulary words, or occupation. Some pre-Islamic names also reflect personal characteristics. Celestial aspects such as the moon and stars also play a major part in Arabic baby names. The post-Islamic names are influenced by 99 attributes of Allah and Islam, and the variations of the name Muhammad are also considered. And almost all Arabic names have Arabic words. An Arab usually has one personal name which could be a single name or a compound name. Generally, the first son is named after his paternal grandfather. The second son is named after the maternal grandfather, and the third son after the father. On the other hand, the eldest daughter in the family is named after the maternal grandmother. The second daughter is named after the paternal grandmother and the third daughter after the mother. They also use the adages of ibn or bin for boys and bint for girls to denote “son of” or “daughter of” (1). Millennial parents are also considering Angelized forms of names nowadays. Read on to find our extensive database of Arabic boy names and Arabic girl names with meanings.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Layla	Girl	Night; Dark
Nora	Girl	Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious
Hannah	Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Aaliyah	Girl	Ascending; Highborn; Exalted; Sublime; Lofty
Kai	Boy	Sea; Keeper of the keys; Shell; Pier; From the sea
Adam	Boy	Son of the Earth; Formed of earth; Red; One from the soil
Rowan	Boy	Red-haired; Little redhead; Descendant of Ruadhán; River in paradise
Kayden	Boy	Fighter; Companion
Lyla	Girl	Night; Night beauty; Delicate; Sport; Drama; From the island
Amir	Boy	Ruler; Prince; Commander

Alaia	Girl	Joyful; Happy; Lofty
Kaiden	Boy	Loving companion; From the wetlands; Warrior
Abraham	Boy	Father of multitudes; Father of nations; High father; Crossing; Passage
Zayden	Boy	God; Divinity; Growth
Aliyah	Girl	Exalted; Sublime; Ascent
Zara	Girl	Shining; Radiance; God remembers; Glow; Dawn
Leila	Girl	Night time; Dark
Lila	Girl	Playful; Amusement; Dark beauty; Night
Kamila	Girl	Perfect; Young ceremonial attendant
Rafael	Boy	God has healed

Laila	Girl	Night; Dark beauty; Dark-haired
Lilah	Girl	Night beauty; Delicate; Night
Kairo	Boy	Victorious; Attractive; Summer color
Omar	Boy	Flourishing; Long-lived; Wealthy; Famous; Eloquent; Gifted
Zayn	Boy	Beauty; Grace; Handsome; Excellent; Adornment
Khalil	Boy	Friend; Companion; Trustworthy
Muhammad	Boy	Praiseworthy; Praised one; Praise; Commendable
Alayah	Girl	Highborn; Lofty; Sublime
Kiara	Girl	Dark; Bright; Shining; Peaceful; A lady with dusk hair; First ray of the sun
Ali	Boy	Elevated; High; Superior; Noble; Champion

Amina	Girl	Honest; Trustworthy; Safe; Protected
Alaya	Girl	High Status; Exalted; Sublime; Dwelling; Abode; Imperishable; Permanence
Ismael	Boy	God hears
Nasir	Boy	Helper; Protector of religion; Defender of the faith; Friend; The one who gives victory
Samara	Girl	Guardian; Protected by God; Companion in night conversation
Fatima	Girl	One who abstains
Zayne	Boy	God is gracious; Grace; Beauty
Malik	Boy	King; Wave; Sea
Sabrina	Girl	Patient; Persevering; From the river Severn
Nylah	Girl	Achiever; Fury or passion; Hero; Cloud

Liana	Girl	My God has answered; To twine around; Lily flower; Bound by vines; Glowing lady
Nadia	Girl	Hope; Moist; Tender; Delicate
Mira	Girl	A wonderous beauty; Peace; Sea; Ocean; Glory; Merry; Kindness; Behold
Omari	Boy	Populous; Flourishing; Full of life
Zaiden	Boy	God; Divinity; Growth
Aisha	Girl	Living; Alive; Prosperous; Divine; Regal; Supreme
Mohamed	Boy	Reliable; Always worthy of trust and belief; Worthy of high responsibility; Commendable; Praised
Zariah	Girl	Shining; Radiance; Blooming flower; God is ruler
Amber	Girl	Like a jewel; yellow-orange gemstone
Maryam	Girl	Beloved

Yusuf	Boy	God increases; He will add
Rayan	Boy	Wise; Smart; Thinker; Watered; Luxuriant; Little king; Gate to Heaven
Jamari	Boy	A good-looking man; Beauty; The pool
Jamir	Boy	He who is handsome; Beautiful; The pool
Lylah	Girl	Night; Night beauty; Delicate
Abram	Boy	High father; Exalted father; Father of multitudes; Father of nations; Crossing; Passage
Jaliyah	Girl	Sublime; Exalted; Ascending
Esme	Boy	Esteemed; Love; Supreme
Zain	Boy	Beauty; Grace
Mina	Girl	Precious blue stone; Love; A place near Makkah; Goddess of sun, moon, and stars; Fierce protector

Aleena	Girl	Torch; Shining light; Fair; Delicate; Noble; Bright
Alia	Girl	Noble; Sublime; Exalted; Heavenly; High; Divine
Amirah	Girl	Princess; Highborn girl; Treetop; Leader
Kyree	Boy	Benevolent; Noble lord or lady
Zariyah	Girl	Blooming flower
Aleah	Girl	Rising; Height; Exalted; Champion
Hamza	Boy	Strong; Steadfast
Yara	Girl	Lady of the lake; Friend; Helper; Small butterfly; Courage; Strength
Mohammad	Boy	Praised; Commendable
Zaid	Boy	Increase; Growth

Lina	Girl	Tender; Palm tree; Flax; United; Absorbed; Pretty; Elegant; Sunlight; Cascade falls
Jayda	Girl	Precious stone Jade; Stone of the flank; He knows; Wise; Gift
Leyla	Girl	Night; Daughter of the night
Ahmed	Boy	Highly praised; Most commendable
Samir	Boy	Companion in evening talk; Wind; Air
Jada	Girl	Gift; Precious stone; Jade; He knows
Ahmad	Boy	Much praised; Most commendable
Emir	Boy	Prince; Commander; Immortal
Mohammed	Boy	Praised; Commendable
Kareem	Boy	The one who gives a lot; Generous; Noble; Dignity

Zahra	Girl	Shining; Blooming flower; Brilliant
Salem	Boy	Safe; Sound; Intact; Complete; Peaceful
Alaiya	Girl	Exalted; Sublime; High; Lofty
Nala	Girl	Stem; Hollow reed; Water in the desert; Queen; Lion; Successful; Beloved
Musa	Boy	Muse; Son; Deliver
Janiyah	Girl	God is gracious; Favored
Aila	Girl	Noble; Holy; Blessed; Halo; Moonlight; Terebinth tree
Kiaan	Boy	God's grace; Being; Existence; Essence".
Kyro	Unisex	The victorious
Aliya	Girl	Highborn; Exalted; Ascent

Hassan	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautifier; Improver; Benefactor
Aya	Girl	Design; Colorful; Miracle; Verse; Sword
Zayd	Boy	Increase; Growth
Hana	Girl	Hope, Flower, Bliss, Number one, craft, Shine, Moon
Adele	Girl	Noble; Fair; Honest; Just
Kamari	Girl	Moon; The adversary of desire; Gambling; Shiva
Zaniyah	Girl	Corner; Forever
Ameer	Boy	Prince or ruler; Commander
Kabir	Boy	Great; Powerful; Leader
Zahir	Boy	Clear; Manifest; To shine; Helper; Supporter

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Arabic is a beautiful language, and so are Arabic names. Arabic names are among the most adorable names in the world, thanks to their captivating sound and poetic appeal. They are gaining popularity in the Western world such as the US and the UK too. These names encompass a variety of meanings including nature, celestial beings, landscapes, occupation, and place of living. Arabic baby names inspired by Islam are often given in praise of Allah. Arabs also usually prefer to use the names of their ancestors to name their babies. So browse the list and take your pick.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What Arabic baby names mean ‘gift?

Ata is a common Arabic name that means 'gift.' Ataullah is another prevalent name that comes from the combination of two terms, ata, meaning 'gift' and Allah, and means 'gift of God.' Some more Arabic names with similar connotations include Atiya, Hadiyya, Hiba, Ihab, and Nawal.

2. What is the Arabic baby name for miracle?

Ahya and its forms Aya and Ayah mean 'miracle' in Arabic. An Ayah makes up chapters in the Surah and is also a name referring to a verse in the Quran.

3. What Arabic name means happiness?

Nuzhat is an Arabic name that means 'happy.' Raghda is another name that refers to 'pleasant' or 'happy life' in Arabic. Other names that share similar meanings or connotations include Sadun (joyful), Saeida (happy), Suaidah (cheerful), Tasaad (she becomes happy), and Zahuk (laughs frequently).

4. What do common Arabic baby names like Mohammed and Fatima mean?

Mohammed is an Arabic name that is a spelling variant of the more popularly used Muhammad and means 'praised,' 'commendable,' or 'the praiseworthy.' On the other hand, Fatima is a spelling variant of the popularly used name Fatimah, which means 'to abstain.'

5. What are some Arabic baby names that have been used for centuries?

Some Arabic baby names that have stood the test of time include Muhammad (praiseworthy), Aaliyah (of high status), Amina (honest or faithful), and Zara (sublime).

6. What restrictions or guidelines should be followed when naming a baby in Islamic culture?

A few of the restrictions or guidelines you should keep in mind when naming a baby in Islamic culture is that it is forbidden to name a child with a name that denotes servitude to anyone other than Allah. Choosing names particularly used by non-Muslims, such as George, Michael, or Susan, is also forbidden. Titles that have belonged to tyrants and evil personalities should be avoided. Finally, it is also not advisable to name the child after the chapters of the Quran.

Infographic: Attractive Arabic Baby Names With Meanings

Arabic baby names are gaining popularity not only in Arab countries but also in the Western world. These names have beautiful meanings related to nature, religion, or traits. The infographic below presents some interesting Arabic names along with meanings to help you choose the best name for your bundle of joy.

alluring arabic baby names for your little one (infographic)

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