325+ Arabic Names (with Meanings and Popularity)

Spelled Najee, this was chosen by rapper LL Cool J for his son several years ago.

Well used in the Arabic world, as is the related Aditya.

Kahlil, spelled in various ways, was first brought into the American consciousness by the poet Kahlil Gibran, author of The Prophet.

This name has considerable meaning in the Islamic world, as Hamzah the brave was the uncle and protector of the Prophet of Islam. A more contemporary Hamzah is the eldest son of the late King Hussein and Queen Noor of Jordan. More commonly encountered in English-speaking countries as Hamza.

Pola is an international name that still bears the femme fatalish air of Polish-born silent screen vamp Pola Negri, whole birth name was Apolonia. Rarely used, she could join sisters Lola and Nola.

This name of a triple star system in Virgo has a New Agey astral feel.

Soft and appealing, with a whiff of vanilla.

A popular Arabic name borne by a famed Lebanese actress and singer, could provide an intriguing alternative to Sarah.

For several years this name ranked high with African-American parents, but it's definitely started to slide.

Nature girl played by Audrey Hepburn in "Green Mansions," it now has an old-style bohemian feel.

Traditional Arabic choice, used for both boys and girls.

Alzira found its highest degree of popularity in the mid-nineteenth century after Giuseppe Verdi created an opera of the name Alzira, after its romantic heroine. Despite Verdi using the name for a Peruvian princess, Alzira is an arabic name Verdi's opera, despite the name's arabic roots, the name was given to a Peruvian princess. Alzira is also the name of a Spanish city in Valencia.

A rarely heard name that was the title of a hugely popular Big Band song in the forties. Amapola, with the emphasis on the third syllable, is one flower name that has not been widely discovered.

Feminine form of Nadir

Zerlina is a variation of Zerlin, meaning "beautiful dawn". Zerlina is most famous as the wily, clever servant girl in Mozart's opera Don Giovanni, where she is the only character to seemingly get her way.

The original spelling of a name often Anglicized as Anisa was chosen by singer Macy Gray for her daughter.

A name with considerable history, as the celebrated sultan of Egypt and Syria in the time of the Crusades.

This beautiful and fresh name has a timeless meaning. Its popular -eth ending ensures it sits well with traditional names like Judith and Elizabeth, while its uncommon Y beginning makes it a good choice for parents looking for unique baby names. We think this name is a pretty alternative to the tired Yasmin/Yasmeen and the minimalist Yara.

Related to Amir and Amira, an antiquated name that holds some modern appeal.

Strong cross-cultural name that could be a feminine spin on the Zachary family.