Boy Names Lists · International Baby Names
By Brynn McKeon · Updated September 2026
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Arabic,"rock, bright, clear, sunny day"
"rock, bright, clear, sunny day"
A name with two nature meanings and borne by a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, Safwan was a fast rising name in the UK in 2023.
Hebrew
"sheaf of corn"
A symbolic name for boys born during a period between Passover and Shavuot.
Arabic, exact meaning unknown
"holy city; temple; place of great importance"
The Islamic prophet Muhammad was born in the city of Mecca, now known as the holiest city in Islam. Officially called Makkah al-Mukarramah, or Makkah, it is located in modern-day Saudi Arabia.…
Sameer is a masculine name of Arabic and Indian subcontinental origin, meaning 'companion in evening conversation' or 'evening breeze.' In Arabic (سمير), it refers to someone who engages in pleasant…
Jibreel is a masculine name of Arabic origin representing the Arabic form of Gabriel, the archangel who serves as a messenger of God in several religious traditions. The name means 'God is my…
Arabic, Indonesian, Malay
"wise, intelligent"
Luqman is an Arabic name of unknown meaning, that is also used in Indonesia and Malaysia. It is the name of a sage in the Quran who was given knowledge by God and while its exact meaning is unknown,…
Younes is a masculine name of Arabic origin, representing a variant of Yunus or Jonah. The name derives from the Arabic word meaning 'dove,' symbolizing peace and gentleness. Younes appears in…
Younis is a masculine name with Arabic and Islamic origins, representing a variant of Yunus, which is the Arabic form of Jonah. In Islamic tradition, Yunus (Jonah) was a prophet mentioned in the…
Arabic
"announcement, call to prayer"
A strong and meaningful Muslim name which is popular in the UK.
"praiseworthy"
This variation of Muhammad is common among Turkish Muslims.
"bestowed"
Musab is a masculine name of Arabic origin with rich historical and religious significance. The name means 'bestowed' or 'granted' and has connections to Islamic heritage, notably through Mus'ab ibn…
Shayan is a masculine name with Persian origins, meaning 'worthy' or 'deserving'. It's also found in Arabic cultures where it can mean 'follower' or 'devotee'. In Indian naming traditions,…
"empathetic, merciful"
To Muslims, an auspicious name.
Akram is a masculine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'most generous' or 'more generous,' derived from the root 'karam' (generosity). It's widely used throughout the Muslim world, including the…
Ayoub is a masculine name with Arabic origins, being the Arabic form of Job (from the Hebrew Iyyov). The name means 'returning' or 'repentant' and is associated with the biblical and Quranic prophet…
Rayaan is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'gates of heaven,' 'well-watered,' or 'satiated.' In Islamic tradition, Ar-Rayyan refers to a special gate in Paradise through which those who…
Subhan is a masculine name of Arabic origin derived from the word 'subḥān' which relates to praise and glorification in Islamic terminology. The phrase 'Subhan Allah' is a common expression in Islam…
"slender"
A common Islamic name, borne by Abu Sufyan, a figure from early Islamic history.
Hindi
"guide, leader"
A name that could set an Indian boy on a path to leadership.
"lion, stern"
Not one of the five hundred names of Muhammad, but that of his uncle.
