International Baby Names
Muslim Names
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Aïda
Arabic
"visitor"
Variant of Ayda and Aida, found especially in French-speaking Muslim communities. The trema indicates that the name is pronounced with three syllables: ah-EE-da.
Ihsan
Imaan
Arabic
"faith"
Variantion of Iman borne by model Imaan Hammam.
Iman
Arabic
"faith"
One of the best-known African names in the Western World because of the Somali-born model and wife of the late David Bowie.
Abdullahi
Abdullahi is a masculine name of Arabic origin, representing a variant form of Abdullah, which means 'servant of Allah' or 'servant of God.' This name holds deep religious significance in Islamic…
Fahad
Arabic
"leopard, panther, cheetah"
An animal related name, associated with strength, Fahad is derived from the Arabic fahd which can refer to a variety of big cats. It may indicate someone who owns or trains panthers, leopards, or…
Eyad
Arabic
"support; reinforcement"
In the Quran, Eyad (and names with similar roots like Iyad and Ayad) refers to a person/entity that strengthens another. Eyad is one of the modern Arabic names for boys .
Imtiaz
Arabic and Urdu
"distinction"
An unusual Arabic name, borne by the (female) British poet and author Imtiaz Dharker.
Inaaya
Arabic, Urdu
"care, concern"
Variant spelling of Inaya
Inara
Arabic, Basque, mythology, "shining light, enlightenment; sunray; goddess"
"shining light, enlightenment; sunray; goddess"
Inara is an appealing choice with multiple origins, currently in the Top 500 in the UK and the Netherlands. Gentle looking but bright in feel, it is also on the rise in the US, possibly owing to its…
Inas
Arabic
"sociability"
Inas is one of those simple but rare names that's worth a look, whether you're trying to bridge Arabic and English cultures or are looking for a meaningful, unusual choice. No baby girls were named…
Amyra
Arabic, variation of Amira
"princess"
Delicate yet strong, Amira has been a cross-cultural sensation in recent years, rising fast internationally. Spelling variation Amyra is joining in on the love, and features in the Top 1000 in the UK…
Inayah
Inayah is a feminine name with Arabic origins, derived from the word meaning "care," "concern," or "providential care." More specifically, it refers to God's care and protection over humanity in…
Ines
Italian, Portuguese, Slovene and Croatian variation of Agnes
"pure, virginal"
This form of Agnes, Ines has always been popular since the true story of the thwarted lovers Queen Ines of Castro and King Peter of Portugal. This has to be one of the most heartbreaking and bloody…
Essa
Essa is a multicultural masculine name with various origins and meanings across different traditions. In Arabic contexts, it is the form of Jesus (Isa) used in the Quran, carrying profound religious…
Esma
Turkish, Bosnian
"supreme"
Turkish and Bosnian form of the Arabic name Asma, with the powerful meaning of "supreme".
Amna
Arabic
"safety"
A sleek Arabic name common in Bosnia and Herzegovina and also regularly used in the UK and Slovenia, Amna has an international sound and a pleasing simplicity. Derived from amina , it means "safety",…
Aida
Arabic; Italian; Lithuanian
"returning visitor; happy; echo"
Aida is a melodic name largely associated with the title character of the 1871 Verdi opera, an enslaved Ethiopian princess who dies to save her people. In the past, her name was rarely heard outside…
Eshaal
Arabic
"kindled, enlivened"
A bright and lively name of Arabic origin, also spelled as Eshal. Currently in the England and Wales Top 1000, it is popular among Muslim families.
Ammiras
Arabic
"commander"
Related to Amir and Amira, an antiquated name that holds some modern appeal.