By Pamela Redmond · Updated September 2026
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Arabic
"purity, bright whiteness"
The final a adds a lot of style.
"honorable, noble"
Pretty and feminine Muslim name popular in Egypt.
Ranya is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Arabic, it means 'delightful to look at' or 'she who looks good,' suggesting beauty and pleasing appearance. The name also has Sanskrit…
"precious, rare"
A beautiful name with a meaning befitting a treasured baby, Nadira is a feminine form of Nadir. Also spelled as Nadirah and appearing as Nadire in Albanian and Turkish, it means "precious, rare",…
"confidante, best friend"
The fact that this is pronounced sah-FEE-yah would cause Western ears to hear it as Sophia.
"peace"
A rare Arabic name related to the Hebrew Shalom, Solomon or Salome, meaning "peace", " safety" or "completeness". In complete contrast, it could be related to the word "dhulm" or "zulm" meaning…
"noble"
Sari is a cute spin on Sarah, though some may hear it as "sorry," and it is also an item of clothing worn in India. These days many people will also confuse Sari with Suri, the lovely and unsual name…
"thankful, woman of grace"
The mononymous Colombian-born singer inspired a popularity blip in the 90s and early 00s.
"to succeed"
Has a gemlike glow, as in Sapphire.
"garden, paradise"
One of the most appealing Muslim names, both in sound and meaning.
"the bearer of good news"
Nashira is one of those obscure space names that might rise along with such heavenly choices as Orion, Luna, and even Nevaeh. A giant star in Capricorn, Nashira is an unusual and attractive name with…
"intelligent, logical"
The meaning of intelligent elevates this A-starting name for girls above other similar possibilities.
Short form of Amapola, Arabic
"poppy"
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.
Arabic and Hebrew
"pure"
Strong cross-cultural name that could be a feminine spin on the Zachary family.
"castle, fortess"
Extremely simple and extremely distinctive -- a winning combination. Sound-alike Calla is a Greek (and botanical) name that means beautiful.
"long-necked beauty"
Both an independent name and an alternate spelling of Jada.
"illustrious"
The two l's in this Arabic name give it a particularly rich rhythmic quality.
"equal"
Striking, azure-tinted choice.
"right, proper"
Attractive Middle Eastern choice used in a variety of spellings.
"great, illustrious"
Simple, pretty, and delicate.
