9073 Muslim Baby Names With Islamic Significance

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.

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Name		Gender	Meaning
Ava		Girl	Desire; Life; Bird-like; Voice; Sound
Nora		Girl	Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious
Isaiah-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-Comprehensive-Guide-For-2025		Boy	Yahweh is salvation; God saves
Aaliyah		Girl	Ascending; Highborn; Exalted; Sublime; Lofty
Kai		Boy	Sea; Keeper of the keys; Shell; Pier; From the sea
Ariana		Girl	Most holy; Golden life; Noble; Aryan
Adam		Boy	Son of the Earth; Formed of earth; Red; One from the soil
Rowan-Name-Meaning-And-Origin:-A-2025-Comprehensive-Guide		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
Jasmine		Girl	Jasmine flower
Ada		Girl	Noble; First-born girl; Island; Adornment; Ornament;
Abraham		Boy	Father of multitudes; Father of nations; High father; Crossing; Passage
Zayden		Boy	God; Divinity; Growth
Aliyah		Girl	Exalted; Sublime; Ascent
Jasper		Boy	One who brings treasure; Treasurer
Zara		Girl	Shining; Radiance; God remembers; Glow; Dawn
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
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
Ali		Boy	Elevated; High; Superior; Noble; Champion
Alaya		Girl	High Status; Exalted; Sublime; Dwelling; Abode; Imperishable; Permanence
Ismael-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origin-&-Popularity		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-Name-Meaning-And-History:-What-You-Need-To-Know		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
Aylin		Girl	Moon halo; The one that belongs to the moon
Ariah		Girl	Song; Melody; Gold
Scarlet		Girl	Red color; A person who sold or made clothes made of scarlet
Nadia		Girl	Hope; Moist; Tender; Delicate
Mira		Girl	A wonderous beauty; Peace; Sea; Ocean; Glory; Merry; Kindness; Behold
Zaiden		Boy	God; Divinity; Growth
Aisha		Girl	Living; Alive; Prosperous; Divine; Regal; Supreme
Ayaan		Boy	Natural disposition; Path; Precession; Unmoving; Watchful; Seeing; Good luck
Mohamed		Boy	Reliable; Always worthy of trust and belief; Worthy of high responsibility; Commendable; Praised
Zariah		Girl	Shining; Radiance; Blooming flower; God is ruler
Imani		Girl	Faith; Belief
Maryam-Name-Meaning,-Origin-&-Popularity:-2025-Guide		Girl	Beloved
Yusuf		Boy	God increases; He will add
Rayan		Boy	Wise; Smart; Thinker; Watered; Luxuriant; Little king; Gate to Heaven
Yaretzi		Girl	You will always be loved; Friend; Helper
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-Baby-Name-Meaning:-Complete-Guide-To-Origins-&-Variations		Boy	High father; Exalted father; Father of multitudes; Father of nations; Crossing; Passage
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
Mohammad		Boy	Praised; Commendable
Kyra		Girl	Throne; Sun; Young; Lord
Zaid		Boy	Increase; Growth
Lina		Girl	Tender; Palm tree; Flax; United; Absorbed; Pretty; Elegant; Sunlight; Cascade falls
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-Name-Meaning-And-History:-Your-Complete-Guide		Girl	Shining; Blooming flower; Brilliant
Salem		Boy	Safe; Sound; Intact; Complete; Peaceful
Alaiya		Girl	Exalted; Sublime; High; Lofty
Musa		Boy	Muse; Son; Deliver
Arian		Boy	Noble; Educated; Golden life; Ram
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
Zayd		Boy	Increase; Growth
Iyla		Girl	Moonlight; Terebinth tree; Earth; Speech; Island
Hana		Girl	Hope, Flower, Bliss, Number one, craft, Shine, Moon
Adele		Girl	Noble; Fair; Honest; Just
Anais		Girl	Highly gracious; Merciful; Immaculate; Undefiled; Goddess of fertility, healing, wisdom, and water
Kamari		Girl	Moon; The adversary of desire; Gambling; Shiva
Zaniyah		Girl	Corner; Forever
Ameer		Boy	Prince or ruler; Commander

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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