Boy Names Lists · International Baby Names
Muslim Boy Names
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Badar
Arabic, Hindi
"full moon"
Strong name, with a regal, romantic natural imagery image.
Bashir
Arabic
"the one who brings good news"
Used both as a given name and as a surname, Bashir is a familiar but still unusual choice in the USA and UK, even among Muslim families. In 2014, only 25 boys were named Bashir in the US. One reason…
Ashar
Ashar is a masculine name with Arabic and Hebrew origins, carrying beautiful meanings across cultures. In Arabic, it can mean 'dawn' or 'morning,' symbolizing new beginnings and hope. In Hebrew…
Adnan
Arabic
"settler"
Adnan in the Muslim religion was an ancestor of Muhammad. More recently, the name was introduced to many Westerners via Adnan Syed, the young man at the center of the sensational Serial podcast.
Osman
Arabic
"baby bustard"
Its most famous bearer was Prince Osman the First, founder of the Ottoman Empire, the third caliph of the Muslims, and a companion and son-in-law of Muhammad. Osman is sometimes written as Usman. And…
Aayan
Persian or Arabic
"long night; era"
A common name in the Muslim community, where it may be a Persian name or a variation of Ayan, a name with a timely meaning.
Aalam
Arabic
"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.
Arshia
Arabic, Persian, and Urdu
"throne"
Arshia, also spelled Arshiya, is a name used for both boys and girls mainly in Iran and among Indo-Persians. Nine girls and five boys were named Arshia in the US last year, with another seven girls…
Arsalan
Arsalan is a masculine name of Persian origin, meaning 'lion' or 'hero.' This regal name has deep historical roots, particularly associated with several Turkish and Persian rulers and warriors…
Adil
Arabic
"just, fair"
Also spelled Adel, this name of Arabic origin is also used in Urdu, Turkish, and Persian. It comes from the Arabic root adala meaning "to act justly", linking it to honesty and fairness —…
Armaan
Urdu
"wish, desire"
A meaningful name for a long-awaited child.
Arham
Arabic
"merciful"
Rising Muslim boy name.
Abdulaziz
Abdulaziz is a masculine Arabic name combining 'Abdul' (servant of) and 'Aziz' (the Almighty, Beloved, Precious), literally meaning 'servant of the Almighty' or 'servant of the Precious One'. This…
Aqil
Anwar
Arabic
"brighter, clearer"
Strongly identified with peace-accord-seeking Egyptian president Anwar el-Sadat.
Abubakr
Abubakr is a masculine name of Arabic origin, representing a variant transliteration of Abu Bakr. The name carries profound historical and religious significance in Islamic tradition, as Abu Bakr was…
Anas
Arabic
"friendliness"
Anas is an Arabic name uncommon in the US -- it was given to 130 baby boys last year -- but popular in Spain, England and Wales, Italy, and especially France.
Farhan
Farhan is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'joy' or 'happiness.' Popular throughout the Muslim world, including the Middle East, South Asia, and Muslim communities globally, it carries…
Ammiras
Arabic
"commander"
Related to Amir and Amira, an antiquated name that holds some modern appeal.
Abubakar
Abubakar is a masculine name of Arabic origin with deep Islamic significance. It honors Abu Bakr, the first caliph after Prophet Muhammad and one of his closest companions. The name literally means…