Boy Names Lists · International Baby Names
Muslim Boy Names
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Rahim
Arabic
"empathetic, merciful"
To Muslims, an auspicious name.
Rahul
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.
Raif
Arabic; English
"compassionate; wolf counsel"
Raif (or Raef, Rayif) is a Muslim name usually given in reference to the Qur’anic verse "God is most compassionate and most merciful to mankind." A notable bearer is Saudi writer, dissident and…
Raife
Raife is a distinctive masculine name of English origin, representing a modern variation of Ralph. Deriving from Old Norse 'Ráðúlfr,' combining elements meaning 'counsel' and 'wolf,' the name carries…
Ramadan
Arabic
"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…
Ramazan
Turkish variation of Ramadan, Arabic
"scorching heat"
The Turkish name for Ramadan, the holy ninth month of the Islamic calendar during which Muslims typically fast.
Rami
Finnish, Arabic, Sanskrit "wise protector; father of multitudes; archer; pleasing"
"wise protector; father of multitudes; archer; pleasing"
Rami has gained notoriety in the English-speaking world as the first name of the Oscar-nominated actor Rami Malek, whose parents immigrated to the US from Egypt. Rami also feels more approachable…
Rashid
Arabic
"righteous, rightly advised"
This is a widely used Arabic choice — but Rashad is more popular here. Actress Rashida Jones represents the feminine version.
Rayaan
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…
Rayyan
Variation of Rayan, Arabic
"land that is lush and rich in water"
Raza
Urdu
"contentment"
Urdu form of the Arabic name Ridha.
Rehaan
Rehaan is a masculine name with roots in multiple cultures, primarily Arabic, Persian, and Indian origins. The name generally means 'sweet-smelling' or 'fragrant', sometimes associated with the…
Rehan
Rehan is a masculine name with multicultural origins, primarily used in Arabic, Persian, and South Asian cultures. In Arabic, it means 'sweet-smelling herb' or 'fragrant plant,' often specifically…
Ridwan
Ridwan is a masculine name of Arabic origin derived from the root word meaning "pleasure," "satisfaction," or "approval." In Islamic tradition, Ridwan holds special significance as the name of the…
Rishaan
Rishaan is a masculine name of Indian origin that has gained popularity in recent decades. It combines elements that are meaningful in Sanskrit and Hindi traditions. The prefix 'Rish' may connect to…
Rohaan
Rohaan is a masculine name with multicultural origins, primarily found in Indian, Persian, and Arabic traditions. It's a modern variation of Rohan, which has Sanskrit roots meaning 'ascending' or…
Rumi
Japanese
"beauty, flow, lapis lazuli"
While Rumi has received attention in the contemporary US as the name of Beyonce and Jay-Z's young daughter, it's most famously the name of a (male)13th century Muslim mystic and poet. The most famous…
Saad
Aramaic
"help, support"
A traditional name in the Arabic world.
Sabri
Arabic
"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.
Safir
Arabic
"ambassador, messenger"
Also spelled Safeer or Saphir, this rare Arabic name connotes power and beauty.