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
Abdulbadee	Boy	Servant of the discoverer or originator
Abdulbadi	Boy	Slave of the unique and incomparable one
Abdulbais	Boy	A servant of those who never give up from raising
Abdulbaith	Boy	Servant of resurrect or slave of one who raises death
Abdulbaqi	Boy	Slave of the everlasting or eternal
Abdulbari	Boy	Built from words Abd, al- and Bari and means servant of the one creator
Abdulbarr	Boy	Slave to righteous or honorable or good one
Abdulbaseer	Boy	A devoted supporter who helps discerning or all-seeing one
Abdulbasir	Boy	Aggressive and independent personality to serve all seeing
Abdulbasit	Boy	Human being that helps expander or extender one

Abdulbatin	Boy	Slave of the unnoticed and invisible in any situation
Abdulfataah	Boy	A servant of the gates of sustenance
Abdulfatah	Boy	The person who serves the opener one
Abdulfattah	Boy	Means slave to the conqueror or defeater
Abdulgani	Boy	Helps those who are generous; Kind and self-sufficient
Abdulghafaar	Boy	A follower who supports those that accept mistake with their flaws
Abdulghaffar	Boy	A servant of the forgiver or all-forgiving one
Abdulghafoor	Boy	Serves the most merciful and all-forgiving one
Abdulghafur	Boy	Variant of Abdul-Ghafoor and stands for slave to the all-forgiving
Abdulghani	Boy	Unique personality who helps rich; Dignified and most high

Abdulhaady	Boy	A servant of the one who correctly guide on right way
Abdulhaafiz	Boy	Derived from name al-Haafiz that means slave to the guardian or protector
Abdulhadeem	Boy	One who correctly serves intelligent and sensible man
Abdulhadi	Boy	Derivation of al-Hadi which means the Guide; Servant of the guide
Abdulhafid	Boy	A servant of the protector
Abdulhafiz	Boy	Servant of the defender
Abdulhakam	Boy	One who serves the higher authority or the judge
Abdulhakeem	Boy	Helps wise; Good and kind-hearted people in any situation
Abdulhakeen	Boy	Alternative of Abdul-Hakim which stands for servant of the kind man
Abdulhakim	Boy	Slave to the good; Clever and intelligent one

Abdulhaleem	Boy	Made from words Abd, al- and Halim that means servant of the most patient or mild
Abdulhalim	Boy	Servant of the patient one and all-clement one
Abdulhameed	Boy	One who serves the most commendable and admirable individual
Abdulhamid	Boy	Originated from Arabic language; A person who supports the most praiseworthy one
Abdulhannan	Boy	A servant of the most kind-hearted and merciful one
Abdulhaq	Boy	Slave to the most truthful one
Abdulhaqq	Boy	Servant of the truth
Abdulhaseeb	Boy	One who helps the most respected and valued man
Abdulhasib	Boy	Slave to the most reckoned and respected personality
Abdulhayy	Boy	A great personality who works for Allah or God

Abduljabaar	Boy	A devoted follower who serves all-compeller or comforter
Abduljabar	Boy	Means powerful; Mighty; Servant of compeller
Abduljabbar	Boy	Servant of those who forces or obliges someone to do something
Abduljabir	Boy	Servant of peace or comforter
Abduljaleel	Boy	One who serves the most high and dignified
Abduljalil	Boy	Serves the most great and revered personality
Abduljame	Boy	Slave to the gatherer
Abduljamil	Boy	Built from elements Abd, al- and Jamil, meaning servant of the most handsome or beautiful one
Abduljawwad	Boy	Servant of the most plentiful and generous
Abdulkabir	Boy	Helps to the most great one and unique one

Abdulkadir	Boy	One who supports strong and powerful personality
Abdulkafi	Boy	Servant of Allah(all-sufficient) who helps in every situation
Abdulkareem	Boy	Generous; One who Serves a Generous Man; Servant of Allah
Abdulkarim	Boy	One who helps kind-hearted and giving personality
Abdulkawi	Boy	Active and quick mind ability to investigate different ideas
Abdulkhaaliq	Boy	Servant of the Creator
Abdulkhabir	Boy	Slave to the all-aware or informed
Abdulkhafiz	Boy	One who supports the most descended
Abdulkhalik	Boy	Derived from Arabic Abd al-Khaliq word that means servant of the extender
Abdulkhaliq	Boy	Servant of Allah or servant of the creator

Abdulla	Boy	Variant of Abdullah which means Allah or God's servant
Abdullafif	Boy	One who serves generous and kind people with grace
Abdullahi	Boy	Servant of Allah
Abdullateef	Boy	One who Serves a Kind Man; Servant of the Subtle
Abdullatif	Boy	A person who supports merciful; Kind and gentle personality
Abdulmaajid	Boy	Slave of the noble; Excellence and gracious
Abdulmaalik	Boy	Servant of the Lord; King and Master
Abdulmagid	Boy	A devoted individual who helps glorious and famous one
Abdulmajeed	Boy	A person with clever and good mind ability helps glorious one
Abdulmajid	Boy	Slave to the most glorious & wonderful people

Abdulmalik	Boy	A follower who works excessively hard for God or the King
Abdulmani	Boy	Work for the one who just puts a stop to one
Abdulmannan	Boy	Serves the most compassionate; Kind and generous one
Abdulmateen	Boy	Servant of the Firm; Strong
Abdulmatin	Boy	Slave to the firm; Powerful and strong personality
Abdulmedjid	Boy	An individual who helps kind and good one
Abdulmejid	Boy	Slave to all glorious one with grace
Abdulmohsen	Boy	A driver or wheel maker that brings joy
Abdulmubdee	Boy	A person who works hard for the inventor or creator
Abdulmubdi	Boy	Helps those who tries to invent anything for someone else

Abdulmueed	Boy	Extremely work hard for all reproducers or restorers
Abdulmughni	Boy	Servant of those who are rich and prosperous
Abdulmuhaimin	Boy	A faithful person who helps the supervisor and manager
Abdulmuhaymin	Boy	Serves the protectors; Guardians; Supervisors and attentive
Abdulmuhsen	Boy	Servant of the supporters and benefactors
Abdulmuhsi	Boy	Slave to the one
Abdulmuhsin	Boy	Servant of the helpers as well as supporters
Abdulmuhyee	Boy	Servant of the one who completely give his life for some work and maintain it
Abdulmuhyi	Boy	A person who gives his life for anything
Abdulmuid	Boy	Restorer or reviser or the reproducer

Abdulmuiz	Boy	Unique personality who serves those individuals that gives up life for the almighty
Abdulmuizz	Boy	Slave to the one who works for the God
Abdulmujahid	Boy	Serves the one who immediately takes responsibility of anything on spot
Abdulmujeeb	Boy	Servant of the answerer of prayers or responder
Abdulmujib	Boy	Variant of Abdul-Mujeeb; Slave of the most responsive
Abdulmumin	Boy	Slave to the guardian or guarantor of the faith
Abdulmunim	Boy	One who serves to all the benefactors and supporters
Abdulmuntaqim	Boy	Servant of the one who penalizes those doing wrong things
Abdulmuqaddim	Boy	Helps all the presenters as well as expediter
Abdulmuqeet	Boy	A servant of the keeper or the sustainer

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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.

Infographic: Most Inspiring Arabic Baby Boy Names

Arabic names find their origins in Islam. These names reflect a long line of history and tradition. The Quran inspires many boy names, while others have Persian or Indian roots. They are thoughtful and denote strong virtues and qualities. This infographic will have you discover some of the most impactful Arabic names for boys.

powerful arabic names perfect for your little one (infographic)

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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