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
Abdulmuqsit	Boy	A person who serves just one with grace
Abdulmuqtadir	Boy	One who helps the most strong and powerful personality
Abdulmusawwir	Boy	Slave of the designer or servant of the fashioner
Abdulmutaal	Boy	Serves most glorious or the inspirational
Abdulmuti	Boy	One who works for the giver of life
Abdulmuttalib	Boy	It was name of grandfather of the Prophet (PBUH) that means servant of the seeker
Abdulmuzanni	Boy	The narrator of Hadith
Abdulnafi	Boy	Servant of the most auspicious and favorable
Abdulnaseer	Boy	Servant of the one who helps other in any situation
Abdulnasir	Boy	Slave to all the protectors and helpers

Abdulnasser	Boy	Servant of the one who is granting victory
Abdulnoor	Boy	Servant of the one who is bright and light
Abdulnur	Boy	Slave to the light and glorious one
Abdulqaadir	Boy	Serves those who are capable and competent
Abdulqabiz	Boy	Helps those who avoid from giving or granting
Abdulqadeer	Boy	Slave to the powerful & strong
Abdulqader	Boy	Slave to the talented and capable personality
Abdulqadir	Boy	An individual who serves the capable and able one
Abdulqahaar	Boy	Servant of the God or Allah who brings everything in his control
Abdulqahhar	Boy	A servant of the subduer or god

Abdulqawi	Boy	Derived from al-Qawi that means servant of the most dignified and strong
Abdulqayyum	Boy	Servant of the everlasting and self subsisting
Abdulquddus	Boy	Quddus stands for the perfect one; The holy one and the pure one
Abdulqudoos	Boy	A devoted supporter who serves blesses and most holy one
Abdulqudus	Boy	Variant Of Abdul-Qudoos which means slave of the most blessed people
Abdulraafi	Boy	Servant of the one who raises intellect and respect
Abdulrabb	Boy	Slave to the most powerful that is Lord or God
Abdulrafi	Boy	Slave of the most glorify or honorable people
Abdulraheem	Boy	Servant of the Most Compassionate
Abdulrahim	Boy	Servant of the most merciful and kind one

Abdulrahmaan	Boy	Servant of the Mercifully Gracious
Abdulrahman	Boy	Serves the most glorious and good one
Abdulraouf	Boy	Servant of the Most Merciful
Abdulraqib	Boy	One who helps those that takes very good care in any difficult situation
Abdulrasheed	Boy	Servant of the one who correctly guide
Abdulrashid	Boy	Slave of the all right-minded personality
Abdulrauf	Boy	Servant of the most kind-hearted and merciful
Abdulrazaaq	Boy	Servant of the Maintainer; Provider
Abdulrazaq	Boy	One who serves the all providers and maintainers
Abdulrazzad	Boy	Servant of the provider

Abdulrazzaq	Boy	Servant of the all contributors and maintainers
Abdulrehman	Boy	A person who helps the merciful and gracious one
Abdulsaboor	Boy	Servant of the Patient
Abdulsabur	Boy	One who serves the patient and long-suffering one
Abdulsalaam	Boy	A great personality who helps the peaceful and calm one
Abdulsalam	Boy	Servant of the all peaceable one
Abdulsamad	Boy	Serves the eternal; Never-ending or everlasting
Abdulsami	Boy	One who helps all hearing one with grace
Abdulsammad	Boy	Serves the endless; Constant or everlasting one
Abdulsatar	Boy	One who provides the protector and guardian

Abdulsattar	Boy	Serves the most veiled and protector one
Abdulshahid	Boy	Slave of the observer and viewer
Abdulshakoor	Boy	Serves the most thankful and appreciative one
Abdulshakur	Boy	An individual who helps the most pleased and grateful one
Abdultawaab	Boy	Servant of the Forgiver
Abdultawwab	Boy	Slave of the most relenting and the forgiver
Abdulvajed	Boy	A servant of the finder
Abdulvakil	Boy	Serves the one who is the implementer
Abdulwaahid	Boy	Servant of the One
Abdulwaali	Boy	A great servant of the governor and inheritor

Abdulwadood	Boy	One who helps the loving and kind one
Abdulwadud	Boy	Slave of the loved one
Abdulwahaab	Boy	Servant of the Giver
Abdulwahab	Boy	Servant of the Allah or God who gives blessings
Abdulwahhab	Boy	Slave of the God or the Lord
Abdulwahid	Boy	One who actually serves just single person with grace
Abdulwajid	Boy	A servant of the perceiver and the finder
Abdulwakil	Boy	Servant of the person who has all controls
Abdulwali	Boy	Servant of the protecting one or the governor
Abdulwaliy	Boy	Alternative of Abdul-Waleei; One who serves the protecting person

Abdulwarith	Boy	An individual who helps ultimate inheritor or successor
Abdulwasi	Boy	Slave to the acceptance and implementation
Abdulyaqzan	Boy	The servant of a vigilant person
Abdulzahir	Boy	One who serves the most demonstrated
Abdun	Boy	Servant
Abdun nur	Boy	Servant of the most bright and cleaver personality
Abdunnasir	Boy	A great servant of the helper that means Allah or the Lord
Abdunnoor	Boy	One who helps the light and brilliant one
Abdur	Boy	Variant of Arabic name Abdul which means servant
Abdur rabb	Boy	Servant of the Lord or slave to the Allah

Abdur rafi	Boy	One who serves the most exalted or elevator
Abdur rashid	Boy	An individual who serves the righteous & good man
Abdur rauf	Boy	Serves the most merciful; Glorious and kind one
Abdurrab	Boy	Built from Arabic words Abd, al- and Rabb; Servant of the Allah
Abdurrafi	Boy	A unique personality who serves the most exalted
Abdurraheem	Boy	Servant of the most merciful and compassionate
Abdurrahim	Boy	Serves the glorious and powerful one
Abdurrahman	Boy	A servant of the most gracious and friendly one
Abdurran	Boy	The servant of Almighty
Abdurraqib	Boy	One who helps all the viewer and observer

Abdurrasheed	Boy	Servant of those who shows or guides to the correct path
Abdurrashid	Boy	Serves the one who is honorable teacher
Abdurrazzad	Boy	The servant of one who provides all
Abdurrazzaq	Boy	Slave to the giver of sustenance or provision
Abdurrehman	Boy	An individual who serves the most merciful and gracious
Abdursalam	Boy	One who really helps all peaceable person
Abdus	Boy	A form of Arabic Abdal that means servant of all-peaceable
Abdus sabur	Boy	Servant of the forbearing and patient one
Abdus samad	Boy	Serves the never-ending and eternal one
Abdus sami	Boy	Serves the one who listens to everyone

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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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Shikha is a writer-turned-editor at MomJunction, with over seven years of experience in the field of content. Having done a certification in Relationship Coaching, her core interest lies in writing articles that guide couples through their courtship to marriage and parenthood. She also specializes in baby names. A postgraduate in Human Resources from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, she likes understanding...read full bio