6731 Islam/Muslim Baby Names With Meanings

Naming a newborn is a cherished ritual in Islamic culture as it profoundly impacts the child's personality. Islam baby names define a newborn's identity and symbolize hope and blessing for their future. It is essential to know that in Islam, choosing a name for a baby is one of the fundamental aspects of their lives (1). The followers of Islam believe that Prophet Muhammad mentioned in the Hadith that on the day of Judgement, people would be called by their and their father's name. Hence, he ordained parents to give noble names to their children.

Muslim baby names stand out for their meticulous focus on the Islamic heritage inherent in each name. Since Islam shares common roots with the Judaeo-Christian tradition, Muslims trace their origins to Abraham as Christians and Jews. Also, several Biblical narratives in the Old and New Testaments appear in the Qur'an. In Islam, it's also recommended to honor the messengers and prophets of God by naming the children after them. The Islamic naming tradition follows a specific pattern incorporating 'kunya,' denoting paternal or maternal relationship, followed by 'ism,' which is the personal given name. Thirdly, the 'nasab' indicates lineage to forefathers, and finally, the 'nisba' signifies the native place or religious affiliation. Another noteworthy aspect of Muslim baby names is their inclusivity in various languages. Not only are these names commonly used with English spellings, but they are also thoughtfully recognized and written in their original languages, such as Arabic, Persian, or Turkish, using the Arabic script. However, in several Middle-Eastern countries, this naming pattern has significantly transformed (2). These Islam baby names will bless the child and inspire him to lead a righteous life. Finding an Islamic name that fulfills all these qualities will not be easy. Below is our comprehensive collection of exciting and catchy Muslim baby boy and girl names and their meanings.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Amelia		Girl	Hardworking and industrious
Aaliyah		Girl	Ascending; Highborn; Exalted
Kai		Boy	Sea; Keeper of the keys; Shell; Pier
Graham		Boy	Gravelly homestead
Sara		Girl	Princess
Aliyah		Girl	Exalted
Zara		Girl	Princess
Laila		Girl	Night
Omar		Boy	Flourishing
Zayn		Boy	Beauty; Grace
Muhammad		Boy	Praiseworthy; Praised one
Ali		Boy	Elevated; Prominent; Superior
Alaya		Girl	High Status; Exalted; Sublime; Superb; Extremely beautiful
Nasir		Boy	Helper; Protector; Friend; Victory
Fatima		Girl	Captivating one
Sabrina		Girl	Patient; Persevering; From the river Severn
Johnathan		Boy	God has given
Aisha		Girl	She who lives; A lively woman
Mohamed		Boy	Reliable; Always worthy of trust and belief; Worthy of high responsibility
Imani		Girl	Faith; Belief
Maryam		Girl	Beloved
Zain		Boy	Beauty; Grace
Aleena		Girl	Sunray; Torch; Shining light; Fair; Delicate
Harlan		Boy	Hare's land
Hamza		Boy	Strong; Steadfast
Zaid		Boy	Increase; Growth
Leyla		Girl	Night; Born at night
Samir		Boy	An entertaining companion
Ahmad		Boy	Much praised; Name of prophet Muhammad
Emir		Boy	A prince or a commander or a general of the army
Mohammed		Boy	Vastness; Magnitude in size; Greater than anything
Kareem		Boy	The one who gives a lot
Zahra		Girl	Shining; Flower
Jefferson		Boy	Son of jeff
Zyair		Unisex	River
Musa		Boy	Drawn out of the water; Savior
Aila		Girl	Noble
Jaylani		Unisex	Mighty; Heavenly; Exalted
Hassan		Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautifier
Zayd		Boy	Increase; Growth
Hana		Girl	Grace
Aspyn		Unisex	A type of tree; Symbol of protection and resilience
Zaniyah		Girl	Corner
Kabir		Boy	The great; Powerful; Leader
Zayla		Girl	Princess; Born with royalty
Zahir		Boy	Clear; Manifest; Shine
Jamal		Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Graceful
Khalani		Unisex	Heavenly; Spiritual
Khalid		Boy	Eternal
Mustafa		Boy	Chosen; Appointed; Preferred
Zaria		Girl	Blooming flower
Kaisen		Unisex	Victorious warrior or triumphant soldier
Salma		Girl	Safe; Peaceful
Ayan		Boy	Watchful; Seeing
Zainab		Girl	Beautiful plant; Fragrant
Laylani		Unisex	Exotic, enchanting, beautiful
Zavier		Boy	The new house
Kamilah		Girl	Flawlessness; Perfection
Abdullah		Boy	Servant of Allah
Zoya		Girl	Life
Soraya		Girl	Rich; Princess
Leylani		Unisex	Heavenly flower, tender beauty
Amayah		Girl	Close to God
Emani		Unisex	Faith; Believer
Ayra		Unisex	Noble or respected
Imran		Boy	Prosperity
Yamileth		Girl	Beautiful
Jahmir		Boy	Strong, cherished, divine
Yahya		Boy	The almighty is gracious
Aliah		Girl	Ascend; Rise; Climb
Adiel		Boy	Ornament of God
Casper		Boy	One who is a treasurer
Azai		Unisex	Strength
Hakeem		Boy	Wise; Intelligent; Wisdom
Aminah		Girl	Honesty; Trustworthy
Kyaire		Unisex	Unique; Strong; Confident
Aayan		Boy	The one who is bright, Swift
Yaseen		Unisex	Leader, enlightened, compassionate
Yasir		Boy	Easy-going and prosperous
Zayan		Boy	Beautifier
Laith		Boy	Lion; Brave
Aylani		Unisex	High chief; Heavenly rise
Zahara		Girl	To shine; To bloom
Farrah		Girl	Happy feeling; Pleasant
Rubi		Girl	Ruby; Red stone
Mirha		Unisex	Noble, gentle, peaceful
Inaya		Girl	Concern; Care
Zymir		Boy	Full of life
Bilal		Boy	The Prophet's person; Calling prayer
Layan		Girl	A tender and soft Girl
Jalani		Unisex	Strong; Powerful
Aida		Girl	Returning; Visitor
Malikai		Boy	Kingly or royal
Aylah		Girl	Oak tree
Arham		Boy	The one filled with compassion
Kyzer		Unisex	Emperor; King
Emmarie		Girl	A faithful or truthful person
Zaylen		Unisex	Strong; Unique
Zavian		Boy	Bright; Shining; Radiant and brilliant light
Akeem		Boy	Wise; Yahweh will establish; Established by Yahweh; A derivative of name Hakim

Infographic: Elegant Muslim Baby Names For Your Child

Islamic names reflect the various pious values and beliefs of the religion. These names also have a royal and elegant touch, making them quite popular across the world. If you've been trying to find a good name for your child, this infographic will list some delightful Muslim names.

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