International Baby Names
By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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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,…
"gift"
A simple and pretty Arabic option that has been on the rise in the UK in recent years, possibly thanks to several famous Hibas, including telenovela actress Hiba Abouk from the hit show El Principe…
"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…
Nusaybah is a feminine name of Arabic origin with deep historical significance in Islamic tradition. It honors Nusaybah bint Ka'ab (also known as Umm Umara), a notable female companion of the Prophet…
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…
Variation of Nur or Noor
"light"
Stylish and sweet, Noura is a strictly feminine form of the Arabic Nur. A name that could work well in various cultures and languages, Noura means "light" and is derived from one of 99 Names of Allah…
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.
"mercy, grace, compassion"
A warm-sounding Arabic name with a gentle meaning, mentioned frequently in the Quran.
Hindi
"guide, leader"
A name that could set an Indian boy on a path to leadership.
Hebrew
"lion, stern"
Not one of the five hundred names of Muhammad, but that of his uncle.
Aman is a multicultural masculine name with origins spanning several traditions. In Sanskrit, it means 'peace' or 'tranquility,' while in Arabic it can mean 'security' or 'safety.' The name also…
Arabic, "to make calm, to tranquilize".
"to make calm, to tranquilize"
A serene name of Arabic origin that was a fast rising choice in the UK in 2022.
