Arabic names

339 names from the Arabic naming tradition, each with its meaning, origin, pronunciation and how it is seen around the world.

AamirBoyExpresses concepts of prosperity, abundance and thriving; suggests fullness and flourishing in life.
AbakarBoyFrom Arabic Abu Bakr, run together as one word: "father of the young camel".
AbdouBoyShortened form of Abduh, from the Arabic عبده (ʿabduh): "servant of" or "slave of".
AchtaGirlOrigin uncertain: possibly a Chadian shortening of the Arabic name Aisha ("living"), though the link is not firmly…
AdharaGirlFrom Arabic ʿadhārā, "maidens": the plural of ʿadhrāʾ, "virgin, maiden".
AdnanBoyFrom Arabic عدنان: "inhabitant" or "one who settles".
AfafGirlFrom Arabic عفاف: "virtue, modesty" or "restraint", derived from the root meaning "to refrain".
AffanBoyFrom Arabic عفّان: "chaste, modest" or "pure", derived from a root meaning "to refrain from wrongdoing".
AfifBoyFrom Arabic عفيف: "chaste" or "virtuous", derived from the same root as Affan, meaning "to refrain".
AfifaGirlThe feminine form of Afif: "chaste" or "virtuous", referring to modesty and moral purity.
AfnanGirlFrom Arabic أفنان: "tree branches", the plural of فنن. The name holds Quranic significance.
AfzalBoyFrom Arabic أفضل: "superior" or "better", derived from a root meaning "to excel or surpass".
AghlabBoyFrom Arabic أغلب: "predominant" or "supreme", conveying superiority and prevalence.
AhlamGirlFrom Arabic أحلام: "dreams", the plural of حلم. The name carries aspirational and imaginative connotations.
AhmadBoyFrom Arabic أحمد: "most commendable" or "most praiseworthy", a superlative form related to the root meaning "to praise".
AhmatBoyFrom Arabic Ahmad: "most praiseworthy", spelled in Chad with a final "t".
AhsanBoyThe superlative form of Hasan, conveying the sense of "most handsome" or "most beautiful".
AïchaGirlFrom the Arabic عائشة (ʿāʾishah): "alive, well, living".
AídaGirlA variant form related to Ayda, sometimes associated with returning or coming back.
AishaGirlFrom the Arabic root meaning "to live", conveying the sense of "living" or "alive".
AïssatouGirlFrom Arabic Aisha: "living, alive", in a West and Central African spelling.
AkbarBoyThe superlative form meaning "greater" or "greatest", derived from the Arabic root signifying "big" and "great".
AkifBoyConveying devotion and focus, referring to one engaged in ritual seclusion and prayer within a mosque.
AkmalBoyThe comparative form meaning "more perfect" or "more complete", derived from the Arabic root for perfection.
AkramUnisexThe superlative form meaning "most generous", derived from the Arabic root for generosity and nobility.
Al-AminBoy"The Trustworthy" or "The Faithful", one of the honourable titles applied to Islamic figures.
Al-AmirBoy"The Commander" or "The Prince", an honourable title denoting leadership and authority.
Ala (Arabic)BoyAn Arabic name meaning roughly "nobility" or "elevation", from a root associated with height and rank.
AlaaGirlFrom Arabic ālāʾ: "blessings, favours", a word used in the Quran for gifts from God.
AltairBoyFrom Arabic an-nasr aṭ-ṭāʾir, "the flying eagle": later shortened to aṭ-ṭāʾir, "the flyer".
AludraGirlFrom Arabic al-ʿadhrāʾ, "the virgin, the maiden".
Alya (Arabic)GirlConveys notions of the celestial realm, elevation and vastness in Arabic.
Aman AllahBoyA compound name meaning "God's protection" or "refuge in God", combining the word for protection with Allah.
AmaniGirlPlural of a root meaning to desire or to request; suggests aspirations and longings.
AmanullahBoyMeaning "refuge in God" or "God's protection", a compound name joining words for protection and the divine.
AminBoyDerived from an Arabic root referring to someone trustworthy, faithful or truthful; conveys reliability and integrity.
AminaGirlDerived from an Arabic root meaning to feel secure or protected; conveys safety, peace and tranquillity.
Amir (Arabic)BoySignifies a leader, ruler or commander; originally a title that has become a given name across many cultures.
Amira (Arabic)GirlThe female form of Amir, derived from the root meaning "to command"; implies a woman who rules or governs.
AmjadBoyA comparative form in Arabic denoting "more glorious" or "more splendid", derived from the root associated with majesty…
AmmarBoyDerived from an Arabic root meaning "to live long" or "to thrive"; one who lives a long life or one who builds and…
AmnaGirlDerived from an Arabic root meaning "to be safe"; signifies safety, security, or freedom from danger.
AmrBoyDerived from an Arabic root meaning "to live long" or "to thrive"; denotes life, vitality and longevity.
AnasBoyDerived from an Arabic root meaning "to be friendly" or "companionship"; conveys friendliness and sociability.
AnisBoyDerived from an Arabic root meaning "to be friendly"; denotes a friend or one who is friendly and companionable.
AnisaGirlThe feminine form of Anis, derived from a root meaning "to be friendly"; denotes a woman who is friendly and…
Asil (Arabic)GirlFrom Arabic meaning "smooth", "slender" or "delicate".
Ata (Arabic)BoyFrom Arabic: "gift", "present" or "offering".
Aya (Arabic)GirlFrom Arabic, meaning "verse" or "sign", particularly in the context of Quranic verses.
BarackBoyDerived from Arabic, meaning "blessed" or "one who is blessed".
BayaGirlFrom an Arabic and Turkic blend: a feminine title meaning "lady" derived from the Turkic root meaning "chieftain" or…
BrahimBoyA shortened form of Ibrahim, from the Arabic إبراهيم (Ibrāhīm): "father of many" or derived from the root meaning "to…
FarajBoyFrom Arabic فرج meaning "comfort" or "relief".
FarhanBoyFrom Arabic فرحان, derived from فرح meaning "happy" or "joyful".
FarhanaGirlFrom Arabic فرحانة, the feminine form of Farhan, derived from فرح meaning "happy" or "joyful".
FaridBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning to be singular or distinctive: "unique, precious".
FaridaGirlThe feminine form of Farid, derived from the Arabic root meaning to be singular or distinctive: "unique, precious".
FarihaGirlFrom the Arabic root meaning to be joyful or gladden: "happy, delighted".
FarisBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning to ride or traverse: "horseman, knight".
FaruqBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning to distinguish or discern: "one who separates right from wrong".
FathiBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning to open or conquer: "victor, conqueror".
FathiyyaGirlThe feminine form of Fathi, derived from the Arabic root meaning to open or conquer: "victor, conqueror".
FatihBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning to open or conquer: "victor, conqueror, opener".
FatihaGirlFrom the Arabic فاتحة (fātiḥah): "opening, start, beginning". The term originates in the verb فتح (fataḥa), which…
FatimaGirlFrom the Arabic root meaning to abstain or wean: "one who abstains".
Fatima az-ZahraGirlA compound name combining Fatima and Zahra ("the radiant, the luminous"): a formal honorific title for Fatima, daughter…
Fatin (Arabic)GirlFrom Arabic فاتن meaning "charming", "seductive" or "fascinating".
Fatin (Arabic)BoyFrom Arabic فطين meaning "intelligent" or "clever".
FatmaGirlFrom Arabic فاطمة, traditionally understood to mean "one who abstains" or "the one who refrains".
FawziBoyFrom Arabic فوزيّ, derived from فاز meaning "to triumph" or "to win", conveying victory and success.
FawziaGirlFrom Arabic فوزيّة, the feminine form of Fawzi, derived from فاز meaning "to triumph" or "to win".
FayruzGirlFrom Arabic فيروز meaning "turquoise", the precious gemstone. The word ultimately derives from Persian origins.
FaysalBoyFrom Arabic فيصل meaning "a judge" or "an arbiter", one who makes decisive judgements.
GalalBoyFrom Arabic جلال (jalal): "majesty, grandeur, honour".
GamalBoyFrom Arabic جمال (jamal): "beauty, elegance".
GamilBoyFrom Arabic جميل (jamil): "handsome, beautiful".
GamilaGirlFrom Arabic جميلة (jamilah): "beautiful" (feminine form).
HabibullahBoyCombines حبيب (habib) "friend" with الله (Allah), meaning "friend of God".
HadiBoyFrom the Arabic root هدى (hadā) meaning "to guide"; the name conveys the sense of one who leads or shows the way.
HadiaGirlCan mean both "gift" and the feminine form of Hadi, deriving from the root هدى (hadā) meaning "to guide"; the…
HadilGirlFrom Arabic هديل (hadīl), meaning the soft murmuring sound made by pigeons, particularly the cooing of doves.
HafizBoyFrom the Arabic root حفظ (hafaza) meaning "to preserve" or "to protect"; the name signifies a guardian, protector, or…
HafsaGirlFrom Arabic حفصة (hafsa) or related forms, traditionally understood to mean "gathering" or "assembly" in the language.
HaidarBoyFrom Arabic حيدر (haidar), meaning "lion" or "warrior"; the name evokes strength, courage, and fearlessness.
HajarGirlThe Arabic form of the Biblical name Hagar; the name itself may derive from meanings related to emigration or flight…
HajiBoyA title bestowed on someone who has completed the Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca.
HakeemBoySignifying "wise" or "judicious" in Arabic, derived from a root denoting the ability to make sound decisions.
HakimBoyMeaning "wise" or "judicious" in Arabic, derived from a root signifying the ability to pass sound judgement and make…
HakimaGirlThe feminine form of Hakim, meaning "wise" or "judicious" in Arabic.
HalaGirlMeans "halo" or "luminous ring around the moon" in Arabic.
HalimBoyMeaning "patient," "tolerant," or "gentle" in Arabic, derived from a root connected to forbearance and restraint.
HalimaGirlThe feminine form of Halim, meaning "patient," "tolerant," or "gentle" in Arabic.
HaliméGirlFrom Arabic Halima: "patient, gentle-natured", in a Central African spelling.
HamadBoyMeaning "praise" or "gratitude" in Arabic, derived from a root denoting the act of commending or giving thanks.
HamadaBoyMeaning "praising" or "the one who praises" in Arabic, derived from a root signifying the act of offering praise or…
Hana (Arabic)GirlConveys contentment and joy, derived from an Arabic root expressing the concept of bringing happiness or enjoyment.
HaniyyaGirlFrom the Arabic verb meaning to gladden or bring joy, suggesting something welcome and beneficial.
HaouaGirlFrom Arabic Hawwa: "living one", the Quranic name for Eve.
HarithBoyFrom the Arabic word for plowman or cultivator, referring to someone who tills the land and tends crops.
HarunBoyArabic form of Aaron, the brother of Moses in Islamic and Quranic tradition.
HasanBoyFrom the Arabic verb for being beautiful and good, signifying someone of excellent character and appearance.
HashimBoyFrom the Arabic word meaning to break or crush, originally a nickname describing someone's actions or way of life.
HasibBoyFrom the Arabic words for noble and worthy of respect, describing someone of high standing and honourable character.
HasimBoyFrom the Arabic word meaning to sever or make final decisions, describing someone resolute and determined.
HasnaGirlDerived from the Arabic word expressing beauty and goodness, describing something or someone lovely and fine.
HassanBoyFrom the Arabic words for beautiful and good, describing someone of excellent character and fine appearance.
HatimBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning to decree or establish: the name conveys a sense of being steadfast and resolute.
HawwaGirlThe Arabic form of Eve, the name of the first woman in Islamic and biblical tradition.
HayaGirlFrom an Arabic verb meaning to move with speed or urgency; evokes a sense of vitality and briskness.
HayatUnisexThe Arabic word for life itself, derived from a root meaning to live or exist.
HayfaGirlFrom Arabic roots denoting grace and elegance: the name conveys refinement and delicate beauty.
HaythamBoyFrom Arabic roots referring to a young bird of prey: the name symbolises keen vision, power and noble bearing.
HazimBoyFrom Arabic roots meaning steadfast and resolute: the name conveys strength of character and unwavering conviction.
HibaGirlFrom the Arabic verb meaning to bestow or grant: the name denotes a gift or blessing, something cherished and freely…
HidayatBoyFrom an Arabic root meaning to show the way or direct aright: the name embodies spiritual and moral guidance.
HikmatUnisexFrom an Arabic root meaning sound judgment and discernment: the name denotes wisdom and wise understanding.
HusnaGirlFrom Arabic حسنى (husna): "the most beautiful, the fairest".
HusniBoyFrom Arabic حسن (husn): "beauty, excellence, goodness".
HusniyaGirlFrom Arabic حسنية (husniya): the feminine form of the name Husni, derived from حسن (husn) meaning "beauty, excellence".
IbrahimBoyArabic form of Abraham, derived from the Hebrew name carried through Islamic tradition.
IbtihajGirlFrom Arabic ابتهاج (ibtihaj): "joy, gladness, festive spirit".
IbtisamGirlFrom Arabic ابتسام (ibtisam): "a smile, smiling".
IdrisBoyPossibly derived from Arabic درس (darasa): "to study, to learn, to interpret". The exact origin is uncertain, but…
IhabBoyFrom Arabic إيهاب (ihab): "a gift, something bestowed".
IhsanBoyFrom Arabic إحسان (ihsan): "charity, good deed, benevolence".
IkramUnisexFrom Arabic إكرام (ikram): "honour, respect, dignity, generosity".
IlhamUnisexFrom Arabic: "inspiration, sudden insight".
IlyasBoyFrom Greek Elías, derived from Hebrew Ēliyāhu: "God is my strength".
ImadBoyFrom Arabic: "support, pillar, mainstay".
ImamBoyFrom Arabic: "leader, guide, prayer leader".
ImanUnisexFrom Arabic: "faith, belief, conviction".
ImranBoyFrom Hebrew Amram, the father of Moses: "exalted father".
ImtiyazBoyFrom Arabic: "distinction, privilege, special quality".
InamUnisexFrom Arabic: "giving, bestowal, generosity, bounty".
InasGirlFrom Arabic: "friendliness, sociability, warmth".
InayaGirlFrom Arabic: "care, concern, attention".
IshfaqBoyFrom Arabic: "kindness, compassion".
IskandarBoyFrom Greek: "defender of the people"; the Arabic equivalent of Alexander.
IslamBoyDirectly from the Arabic word for the Islamic faith: "submission to God".
IsmailBoyFrom Arabic: "God listens"; the Arabic form of the biblical Ishmael.
IsmatUnisexFrom Arabic: "protection, safeguarding" or "virtuousness, chastity"; derived from the root meaning to protect.
IsraGirlFrom Arabic: "nocturnal journey"; refers to the Isra, the night journey in Islamic tradition.
ItidalGirlFrom Arabic: "temperance, moderation" or "equilibrium"; suggests balance and reasonableness.
ItimadGirlFrom Arabic: "reliance, confidence" or "trust"; evokes dependability and steadfastness.
IyadBoyFrom Arabic: "strength, support" or "aid"; derived from the root meaning to strengthen or uphold.
IzdiharGirlFrom Arabic: "blossoming, flourishing" or "to shine"; derived from the root meaning to bloom.
Janna (Arabic)GirlParadise or garden in Arabic; refers to the Islamic concept of paradise.
JawahirUnisexPlural of the Arabic word for precious stones: the name translates to "jewels" and comes from a Persian root signifying…
JawdatUnisexFrom the Arabic root meaning to be outstanding: the name conveys a sense of distinction, superiority and positive…
JazibiyyaGirlAn Arabic feminine adjective form derived from a root meaning to attract or draw: the name signifies appeal…
JibrilBoyThe Islamic and Arabic form of Gabriel: from Hebrew meaning "God is my strength". This is the name of one of the most…
JihadUnisexFrom the Arabic root meaning to strive or struggle: the name represents effort, perseverance and the inner struggle…
JilaniBoyFrom the Arabic regional surname indicating a person from the town of Gilan: the name derives from the geographic…
JinanUnisexAn Arabic term meaning paradise or a peaceful enclosure: the name evokes spiritual tranquillity and divine reward.
JudaBoyFrom the Arabic root meaning excellence or superior quality: the name conveys distinction, moral strength and admirable…
JumaBoyFrom the Arabic word for Friday or a week: the name carries religious significance as Friday is the holy day in Islam.
JumanaGirlFrom the Arabic word for pearl: the name evokes beauty, purity and something precious from the sea.
Kamal (Arabic)BoyFrom Arabic كمال (kumāl): "perfection, completion".
KareemBoyFrom Arabic كريم (karim): "generous, magnanimous".
KarimBoyFrom Arabic كريم (karim): "generous, magnanimous, noble".
KarimaGirlFrom Arabic كريمة (karima): "generous, magnanimous, noble." The feminine form of Karim.
KarrarBoyFrom Arabic كرّار (karrar): "recurring, repeating, returning."
KawtharGirlFrom Arabic كوثر (kawthar): "abundance, plenty, abundance of good."
KazimBoyFrom Arabic كاظم (kazim): "one who restrains anger, forbearing, patient."
KhadigaGirlFrom Arabic خديجة (khadijah): etymology uncertain, possibly related to "early" or "prematurely born".
KhadijaGirlFrom Arabic خديجة (khadija): "premature, one born prematurely."
KhadraGirlFrom Arabic خضراء or خضرة (khadra): "green; verdant." The feminine form derived from the root meaning the colour green.
KhalidBoyFrom Arabic خالد (khalid): "eternal, enduring, immortal."
KhalidaGirlFrom Arabic خالدة (khalida): "eternal, enduring, immortal." The feminine form of Khalid.
KhuludGirlKhulud conveys the sense of eternality and permanence in Arabic, derived from خلد (khalada) meaning "to last forever".
KubraGirlKubra is the feminine form of Akbar, meaning "the greater" or "the greatest" in Arabic.
KulthumGirlKulthum evokes physical beauty in Arabic, referring to fullness of the cheeks, a feature associated with youthfulness…
LakhdarBoyFrom the Arabic الأخضر (al-ʾakhḍar): "the green one", derived from the root أخضر (akhḍara) meaning "green".
LamineBoyA shortened form of Al-Amin, from the Arabic الأمين (al-ʾamīn): "the trustworthy one", "the faithful one", derived from…
LamisGirlLamis conveys gentleness and smoothness in Arabic, evoking tactile softness.
LamyaGirlLamya draws from the poetic Arabic root لمى (lamā), referring to the warmth and colour of lips, a classical image of…
LatifBoyLatif expresses kindness and gentleness in Arabic, representing qualities of refinement and subtle strength.
LatifaGirlLatifa is the feminine form of Latif, conveying qualities of kindness, gentleness and refined grace in Arabic.
LawahizGirlLawahiz refers to glances or looks in Arabic, evoking moments of connection or attraction.
LayanGirlLayan expresses softness and delicate qualities in Arabic, derived from the verb لان (lāna) meaning "to be soft" or "to…
LaylaGirlFrom Arabic: "night".
LaythBoyLayth means "lion" in Arabic, symbolizing strength, courage and majesty.
Lina (Arabic)GirlTender, delicate, or soft in Arabic and Turkish traditions.
Lulu (Arabic)GirlPearls, representing beauty, purity and value.
Magdi (Arabic)BoyFrom Arabic مجدي (majdi): "glorious, magnificent".
MahamatBoyFrom Arabic Muhammad: "praised one", in a Chadian spelling.
MahbubaGirlFrom Arabic محبوب (mahbūb): "beloved, adored".
MahdiBoyFrom Arabic مهدي (al-Mahdī): "the guided one, the one rightly guided".
MahfuzBoyFrom Arabic محفوظ (mahfūẓ): "safeguarded, preserved, protected".
MahirBoyFrom Arabic ماهر (māhir): "skilled, expert, proficient".
MahiraGirlFrom Arabic ماهرة (māhirah): "skilled, expert, proficient" (feminine form).
MahmudBoyFrom Arabic محمود (mahmūd): "praised, lauded, commended".
MahometBoyAn archaic Anglicised rendering of Muhammad, derived from the Latin form Mahometus.
MahometusBoyA Latinised form of Muhammad, used in medieval and Renaissance European texts.
MajdBoyFrom Arabic مجد (majda): "glory, splendour, magnificence".
MajdiBoyFrom Arabic مجدي (majdī): "glorious, illustrious, worthy of praise".
MajidBoyFrom Arabic مجد (majada): "glorious, magnificent, splendid".
MajidaGirlThe feminine form of Majid: "glorious, magnificent".
MakramBoyFrom Arabic كرم (karuma): "a noble quality, generosity, honour".
MalakUnisexFrom Arabic ملك (malik): "angel".