Girl Names Lists · International Baby Names
By Brynn McKeon · Updated September 2026
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Ruqayyah is a feminine name of Arabic origin with deep Islamic significance. It was the name of one of Prophet Muhammad's daughters, giving it special importance in Muslim communities worldwide. The…
Arabic
"vision, sight, dream"
Ruya is a beautiful Arabic name with a lovely meaning, associated with dreams, ambitions, and receiving a vision. Also spelled as Roya and Rouyaa, it has an approachable and appealing sound.
Saba is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Hebrew, it means 'grandfather' or 'aged one,' though as a female name it takes on different connotations. In Arabic, Saba refers to the…
"morning"
A popular Arabic name borne by a famed Lebanese actress and singer, could provide an intriguing alternative to Sarah.
Feminine variation of Sabir
"patient"
Sabira is an appealing Arabic name that refers to one of the essential Quranic qualities of patients. Sabri is another form of the name that can be used for both girls and boys and has a modern,…
"brilliant, splendid, eastern wind"
A strong and feminine Arabic choice for a girl, predominantly used among Muslims.
Variation of Sabir
Sabri is a unisex spin on the Quranic Sabir or Sabira, for the parent who wants a traditional Arabic name that feels more contemporary.
Sadaf is a feminine name of Persian origin meaning 'shell' or 'mother-of-pearl.' The name evokes the beautiful, luminescent quality of seashells and the precious materials they sometimes contain. In…
"fortunate, lucky"
A feminine form of Sadi, this Arabic name has the bright and hopeful meaning of "lucky, fortunate". Reflecting a parent's wishes for a child's future, or their feelings towards having a baby, Sadia…
Persian
"lote tree, sidr tree"
Also appearing as Sidra, this botanical name has roots in Persian, and holds multiple levels of spiritual significance. It refers to the Ziziphus spina-christi , a spikey, evergreen plant, also known…
"pure, serenity, clarity"
An English, Persian, and Turkish transcription of Arabic Safaa or Safaa', Safa is a a serene but strong choice and has proved popular among Muslim parents in the UK. Spritually significant, As-Safaa…
Safaa is a feminine name of Arabic origin, meaning "purity" or "clarity." It derives from the Arabic word "safa" which signifies clearness, serenity, and moral purity. The name is particularly…
Safia is a feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'pure' or 'clear.' It's a variant of the name Safiya (or Safiyyah), which has significant historical importance in Islamic tradition as it was…
Portuguese variation of Sapphira, Greek
"sapphire"
The Portuguese word for sapphire was formerly a Top 100 name in Portugal.
"pure"
The soft and pretty name of one of the wives of the Prophet Muhammad.
Safiyah is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'pure' or 'chosen friend.' This beautiful name appears in Islamic history as the name of one of Prophet Muhammad's wives, giving it significant…
Safiyyah is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'pure' or 'chosen friend.' This beautiful name holds significant importance in Islamic tradition as it was the name of one of Prophet Muhammad's…
Arabic, Persian, Hebrew
"dawn, morning, awakening; crescent"
A soft, strong name, commonly heard in the Middle East, Sahar is an Arabic and Persian name, associated with dawn and beginnings, and a Hebrew name, meaning "crescent", in turn linking it to the…
Saida is a feminine name with multicultural origins, primarily used in Arabic, Swahili, and Spanish-speaking communities. In Arabic, Saida (سعيدة) means "happy" or "fortunate," deriving from the root…
Arabic,, Hebrew
"peace, tranquility"
Sparky and bright but with a serene meaning, Sakina is a multicultural choice, quietly on the rise in the US. Derived from the Arabic Sakun or the Hebrew shekinah , it means "peace, tranquility" and…
