Girl Names Lists · International Baby Names
By Brynn McKeon · Updated September 2026
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Arabic
"spring"
Thought to be one of the ten angels who accompanies the sun on its daily course: a lovely image redolent of mythology. If you're looking for names that mean new beginnings , this makes an unusual and…
"mercy, grace, compassion"
A warm-sounding Arabic name with a gentle meaning, mentioned frequently in the Quran.
"leader"
Rhythmic choice sometimes heard in Muslim families.
Russian; Yiddish; Arabic
"easygoing; rose; leader"
Known in America via the wife of Soviet head Mikhail Gorbachev; a possibility for parents of Eastern-European descent wanting to move beyond Natasha and Nadia or for parents from the Middle East…
Rajaa is a feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'hope' or 'expectation.' This beautiful name carries positive connotations of optimism and anticipation for the future. Common in Middle Eastern…
Arabic, Greek
"to gaze, to look; heavenly"
As an Arabic name, Rania is a variation of Raniya, ultimately derived from the Arabic word ranā meaning "to gaze" or "side look". Other descendants of this root include Ranya and Rana itself.…
Rayah is a feminine name with multicultural origins and various meaningful interpretations. In Arabic, it means "flag" or "banner," symbolizing leadership and prominence. In Hebrew contexts, it…
"land that is lush and rich in water"
This unisex Arabic name is most frequently used for baby boys in the US, although a significant number of girls are named Rayan each year as well. The emphasis belongs on the second syllable.
Reyah is a feminine name with multiple potential origins, including Hebrew roots where it means 'vision' or 'sight,' or possibly as a variant of Raya meaning 'friend.' Some connect it to Arabic…
Reza is a feminine name (though also used for males in some cultures) with Persian origins, meaning 'contentment,' 'satisfaction,' or 'agreement.' In Iran and other parts of the Middle East, it's a…
"God-fearing or devoted to God"
Rida is a name indirectly mentioned in the Quran. While it can be used for both girls and boys, in English-speaking countries its similarity to the more common Rita makes it more appropriate for…
Spanish and Catalan surname
"arched wood that forms a bow"
This Catalan and Spanish surname is derived from the Spanish word "rueda" from the Latin "rota," meaning "arched wood that forms a bow."
Roula is a feminine name with Mediterranean origins, particularly common in Greece and Lebanon. In Greek contexts, it often serves as a diminutive of more formal names like Paraskevi or Panagiota,…
Arabic via Urdu
"soul"
A lovely Arabic name for girls mostly used for Muslim girls of South Asian descent.
"Sirius"
A pretty name of Arabic origin, Rumaisa is used as one of the names for the star Sirius and is associated with Rumaisaa bint Milhan, also known as Sahabiyyah or Umm Sulaym, who was a companion to the…
"wind that scatters dust; or increase"
A beautiful and little-used Arabic name with two great meanings, depending on the Arabic spelling used.
Japanese
"beauty, flow, lapis lazuli"
Rumi is a Japanese girl name, with a sweet yet substantial sound. Reminiscent of other popular choices in the West — think Ruby, Remy, and Romy — it is currently achieving more notice thanks to…
