5388 Arabic Baby Boy Names With Meanings

Arabic Treasures that embody grace and virtue.

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Arabic boy names are known for their deep connection with Islamic culture and heritage. These names represent Islamic virtues and values and are inspired by verses from the Quran or the names of prominent prophets, companions, and revered figures in Islamic history. Arabic is one of the most spoken languages in the world, especially in North Africa and the Middle East, and is the official language of countries including Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Egypt (1). This has led to a diversity in the names that differ in spelling and pronunciation. So, parents have more options to choose from, and they can select the one that stands for qualities or traits they would like their child to imbibe. Furthermore, traditional Arabic names continue to appeal to many parents; for example, names such as Muhammad, Ahmed, Ali, and Omar have withstood the test of time and are popular even in the modern world. These names are known to carry profound meanings rooted in faith. For instance, Muhammad meaning ‘praised one’ has been a popular name in the Arab tradition for centuries. In addition to the classic names, modern Arabic baby boy names have also gained popularity in recent years. Like traditional names, these modern Arabic names also draw inspiration from Arabic history and culture while taking on a contemporary twist. Names with fresh new spellings, such as Zayd, Reuf, or Yosif, which are modern renditions of the classic ones, can be considered for baby boys. Below is a comprehensive collection of Arabic baby boy names with their respective meanings. These names stand for strength and wisdom and are symbols of grace and compassion. Every name is unique and has its special charm. Dive into the beauty of Arabic linguistic and cultural nuances as you select the best name for your little one.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Abdukhdra	Boy	A servant of the devotee of God
Abdukrahman	Boy	A person who serves merciful people with grace
Abdul	Boy	Servant
Abdul aalee	Boy	A person who serves people who need of salvation
Abdul adl	Boy	A servant of the just
Abdul afuw	Boy	Servant of Allah; Servant of remissive; Indirectly Quranic name for boys
Abdul ahad	Boy	Servant of only one
Abdul akhir	Boy	A person who works excessively hard to the last
Abdul aleem	Boy	A kind-hearted personality who generally serves all-knowing ones
Abdul ali	Boy	A person who helps everyone with grace

Abdul alim	Boy	A person who serves all-knowing people
Abdul aliyy	Boy	With the strong and powerful capabilities they used to serve dignified people
Abdul awwal	Boy	A person who works for Allah and helps others
Abdul azeez	Boy	The disciple of the most high God
Abdul azim	Boy	Servant of the majestic one
Abdul aziz	Boy	A person who has a strong and dominant individuality that serves respectable personalities
Abdul baari	Boy	Slave of the creator or the evolver
Abdul baasit	Boy	Servant of the extender and the creator
Abdul baith	Boy	Servant of Resurrector that means to bring back to life
Abdul baqi	Boy	A servant of the everlasting

Abdul bari	Boy	Slave of Allah who helps all the creators
Abdul barr	Boy	A person who helps the most kind and good people on the Earth
Abdul baset	Boy	Slave to the extender
Abdul basir	Boy	Servant of the all-seeing
Abdul basit	Boy	Servants of God who help all personalities
Abdul batin	Boy	A person who works excessively hard for unseen
Abdul fataah	Boy	Slave of the gates of sustenance
Abdul fatah	Boy	Variant of Abdul-Fataah; Serves as the opener
Abdul fattaah	Boy	Slave of the contributor of success
Abdul fattah	Boy	Servant of Allah who helps all the fighters

Abdul ghafar	Boy	Servant of all forgiving people
Abdul ghaffar	Boy	Servant of the merciful
Abdul ghafoor	Boy	Servant of forgiver
Abdul ghafur	Boy	Servant of all the forgiving
Abdul ghani	Boy	A devoted and helpful follower who is sufficient for everything
Abdul haady	Boy	A person who has a duty to serve the guide
Abdul haafiz	Boy	Servants of the guardian or the protector
Abdul hadi	Boy	Servant of al-Hadi which stands for the guide
Abdul hady	Boy	Derived from Arabic Abd al-Hadi; One of the many names of God
Abdul haeyy	Boy	A slave of those who live or continue to live forever

Abdul hafeez	Boy	Slave to the preserver or protector; One who serves the master
Abdul hafezh	Boy	Servant of all the protectors
Abdul hafiz	Boy	To help all guardians
Abdul hakam	Boy	To assist all high authority personality
Abdul hakeem	Boy	A servant of Allah who helps wise people
Abdul hakim	Boy	A person who loves to help all intelligent as well as clever people
Abdul haleem	Boy	Devoted personality who helps those who have a mild and patient nature
Abdul halim	Boy	Slave of the all-clement
Abdul hameed	Boy	Variant of Abdul-Hamid; One who serves admirable or the ever-praised
Abdul hamid	Boy	Stands for praiser of god who assists admirable

Abdul Hannan	Boy	The slave of Allah; One who is kind, compassionate, and tenderhearted
Abdul haq	Boy	A servant of the truth; Being one of God's many names
Abdul haqq	Boy	A follower who serves those who are doing right or positive things
Abdul haseeb	Boy	A great servant of respected and honored
Abdul haseib	Boy	Slave of the analyst in calculations
Abdul hasib	Boy	Derives from Al-Hasib; Noble; Respected; Reckoner
Abdul hayy	Boy	Servant of living God
Abdul jabaar	Boy	Servant of the God
Abdul jabar	Boy	Servant of the unbreaker; Servant of Allah: One of the many names of Allah
Abdul jabbaar	Boy	Almighty or the king who has great power

Abdul jabbar	Boy	One who serves the comforter
Abdul jaleel	Boy	Servant of the most majestic or holy
Abdul jalil	Boy	Servant of dignified people
Abdul jamee	Boy	Servant of Allah who helps other people
Abdul jami	Boy	Servant of gatherer
Abdul kabir	Boy	Servant of the great one
Abdul kareem	Boy	A follower who serves gracious, noble, and generous
Abdul karim	Boy	A person who serves a kind man
Abdul khaaliq	Boy	Servant of the Creator
Abdul khabir	Boy	Slave of the one who is responsive

Abdul khafed	Boy	Slave of the one who is humble to everyone
Abdul khafid	Boy	Comfortable; Smooth; Easy
Abdul khaleq	Boy	Slave of the Creator
Abdul khaliq	Boy	Variant of Abdul-Khaaliq; Servant of the Creator
Abdul lateef	Boy	A devoted follower who helps kind men
Abdul lateif	Boy	A person who loves to serve gracious and kind people
Abdul latif	Boy	Servant of the faintly kind-hearted; The gentle one
Abdul maajid	Boy	Slave of a brilliant and noble one
Abdul maalik	Boy	Slave of the king, master, or the Lord
Abdul majeed	Boy	Servant of the honorable and gracious

Abdul majid	Boy	Slave of all glorious
Abdul malik	Boy	A servant of the king; Kings of king; An Arabic name of Allah
Abdul mateen	Boy	A person who serves all strong and powerful personalities
Abdul matein	Boy	Slave of the definite
Abdul matin	Boy	A devoted follower who serves the powerful and strong
Abdul mosawwir	Boy	Slave of the fashioner
Abdul mubde	Boy	A true servant of God or Allah who helps all gracious
Abdul mubdi	Boy	Servant of the creator
Abdul mueez	Boy	A slave of admired with great respect
Abdul mughni	Boy	Servant of the enriched

Abdul muhaimin	Boy	A follower who usually serves the protector and guardian
Abdul muhaymen	Boy	A devoted person who helps the merciful or kind-hearted people
Abdul muhaymin	Boy	Slave of the supervisor or protector
Abdul muhsei	Boy	Slave of the accountant
Abdul muhsi	Boy	One who helps reckoner or noble person
Abdul muhye	Boy	Slave of the life-giver
Abdul muhyi	Boy	Servant of the giver of life
Abdul muiz	Boy	Servant of giver of glory and almighty
Abdul muizz	Boy	A servant of the honored, respected, and dignified one
Abdul mujeeb	Boy	A person who is among those responsible for going immediately to the scene to provide assistance

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Arabic boy names embody humility, kindness, and devotional strength. These names have a poetic quality that makes them stand out from the rest and reflect the believers’ profound respect for the almighty. Their spiritual connection keeps them deeply rooted in Islamic history and tradition, thus influencing one’s spiritual growth. You may choose a classic name that inclines towards a more traditional character or opt for modern names, as every Arabic name holds a special meaning and stands for values held high in Islam.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are some factors to consider when choosing an Arabic boy name for your child?

If you are looking for Arabic names for your baby boy, look for the meaning of the name and the qualities that it reflects (ex: Kareem means generous and honorable, Malik means king); the historical and cultural significance of the name, (ex: Umar meaning ‘long-lived’ and ‘flourished,’ was the name of the second caliph of Islam, ‘Umar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb’; the popularity of the name (ex: Muhammad, Ali, Ibrahim and Malik have ranked among the top 100 Arabic boy names in the US); the ease of pronunciation and spelling (names such as Zayn and Tariq are short and easy to spell), and ultimately your personal preference.

2. What are some common themes or symbols found in Arabic boy names?

The common themes that one can notice in Arabic names are of devotion (Abrar, Afaf, and Atqa), religious significance (Iman, Rohaan, Aayat), culture, tradition (Muhammad, Omar, Nasir), and spirituality.

3. What are some Arabic boy names that have been adapted or borrowed by other cultures?

There are several Arabic names that have been adapted by other Muslim and non-Muslim cultures such as Persian, Turkish, Uzbek, and Tazik. Some of them include Ali, Ahmad, Omar, Adam, and Jamal.

4. How have Arabic boy names evolved over time, and what factors have influenced these changes?

Over the years, several factors including modernization, islamic traditions, geographical influences, social factors, and personal preferences have influenced Arabic names.

5. Are there any trends or patterns in the meanings or themes of Arabic boy names that have emerged in recent years?

Several naming trends have emerged in recent years including a rise in the liking of Arabic boy names that reflect modern virtues such as peace and harmony (ex: Aman, Arab) nature-inspired names (ex: Laith, Daysam), names that are shorter and easier to pronounce (Ali, Omar, Hamza), and revival of traditional Arabic boy names.

6. What Arabic boy names mean God's gift?

Examples of Arabic baby boy names that mean ‘Gift of God’ are Ataullah, Aayan, Jad, and Hanz.

7. What Arabic boy names mean healer?

Haakim or Hakym, Shafi, and Darman are a few examples of Arabic names for boys that resonate with the meaning ‘healer.’

8. What boy name means guardian in Arabic?

Asim (which can also be spelled as Asem, Aasem or Assim) is an Arabic name for boys that means guardian, defender, or savior.

9. What is the Arabic name of victory?

Arabic names which bear the meaning ‘victory’ or ‘triumph’ include Zafar, Azfaar, Intisar and Nasr.

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