Boy Names Lists · International Baby Names
By Brynn McKeon · Updated September 2026
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Arabic variation of Jesus
"savior"
Eissa, a name found frequently as both a last and a first in Arabic lands, is the Arabic form of Jesus. Also spelled Isa, Issa, and Esa, Eissa came to greater prominence when it was chosen for their…
Ishaaq is a masculine name of Arabic and Hebrew origin, representing a variant transcription of Isaac (Ishaq in Arabic). The name carries profound significance in Abrahamic religions as Isaac was the…
Arabic
"friend"
Friendly option: has also been defined as "drinking companion".
"scorching heat"
Ramadan is the holy ninth month of the Islamic calendar that commemorates the Prophet Muhammad's first revelation. Muslims fast during this month, observed between crescent moons. Ramadan is derived…
Zeeshan is a masculine name of Arabic and Persian origin, popular in Muslim communities, particularly in Pakistan, India, and the Middle East. The name combines 'zee' meaning 'high position' or…
"guardian, keeper, protector; one who remembers"
A handsome Arabic choice with spiritual significance — al-Ḥafīẓ being one of the 99 names of Allah — Hafiz is both a given name meaning "preserver, protector, guardian" and a term used for Muslims…
"breeze, fresh air"
A traditional Arabic choice, used on girls and boys, with a bright, fresh, and nature connected meaning. Naseem is an alternative Arabic and Urdu form, while Nesim is used in Turkey. Though unisex,…
Raees is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'leader,' 'chief,' or 'president.' It derives from the Arabic root ra's (head) and conveys connotations of authority, respect, and prominence within…
Sanskrit
"able, efficient"
A perennially popular choice in India, where it is inextricably linked to Buddha's son. Rahul briefly ranked in the US Top 1000, from 1998 to 2004.
Keyaan is a modern masculine name with multiple potential origins. It may derive from Arabic roots, possibly related to 'kayān' meaning 'existence' or 'entity,' conveying a philosophical depth.…
"struggle, strife; warrior"
A short but impactful name of Arabic origin, Nidal literally translates to "struggle" in Arabic, however, it can more broadly be interpreted as "warrior", "fighter" or "defense", as in, someone who…
West African, Arabic
"interpreter, studious"
A West African form of popular Arabic Idris, Idrissa more literally means "studious" or "learner", though it is also linked to the act of interpretation, via its connection to a Quranic prophet…
"believer"
Not to be confused with Tove Jansson's fictional Moomins, Mumin is a spiritual Arabic name, deriving from amuna , meaning "to be faithful". The term appears in the Quran to describe someone who is…
"moon"
Appearing in the name of the 54th chapter in the Quran and used as a given name and a surname, Qamar is a unisex option, with the celestial meaning of "moon". It is occasionally written as Kamar too.
"world"
Aalam is surely the first name in many books, introduced to the US by DJ Khaled, who chose it for his son in 2020.
"shield; protector"
Lindsay Lohan and Bader Shammas chose the name Luai for their Dubai-born son — a perfect mini name with cross-cultural appeal. Luai hits on several international name trends, including Lu- names and…
"patient"
Sabri is a unisex spin on the Quranic Sabir or Sabira, for the parent who wants a traditional Arabic name that feels more contemporary.
