International Baby Names
By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Feminine form of Faiz
"victorious, triumphant, successful"
Also appearing as Fayza, Faizah, Fayiza, and Feyza (in Turkish), Faiza is a strong-willed and ambitious name of Arabic origin. It comes from the word Fa'iz meaning "successful". Notable bearers…
Nabeel is a masculine name of Arabic origin, meaning 'noble,' 'honorable,' or 'distinguished.' Well-established throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asian Muslim communities, Nabeel…
Arabic
"land that is lush and rich in water"
This unisex Arabic name is most frequently used for baby boys in the US, although a significant number of girls are named Rayan each year as well. The emphasis belongs on the second syllable.
"high up"
Sumayyah was the first Muslim martyr. This name, with its mellifluous sounds, works well in the West.
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…
Shahzain is a masculine name with Persian and Arabic origins, combining elements that convey nobility and excellence. The prefix 'Shah' means 'king' or 'royalty' in Persian, while 'zain' derives from…
"light"
"virtuous"
An attractive Arabic name popular among Muslims.
Serina is a feminine name with multiple potential origins. It may be a variant of Serena, derived from the Latin word "serenus" meaning "clear, tranquil, or serene." Alternatively, it could be…
"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…
"generous"
The meaning derives from the traditional Arab act of crushing bread into crumbs in order to share it. Recently heard in the hit French Netflix series Call My Agent in its French form Hicham.
Ruqayyah is a feminine name of Arabic origin with deep Islamic significance. It was the name of one of Prophet Muhammad's daughters, giving it special importance in Muslim communities worldwide. The…
Md is most commonly used as an abbreviation for 'Mohammed' (or Muhammad), one of the world's most popular masculine names honoring the Prophet of Islam. This abbreviated form is particularly common…
"fortunate, lucky"
A feminine form of Sadi, this Arabic name has the bright and hopeful meaning of "lucky, fortunate". Reflecting a parent's wishes for a child's future, or their feelings towards having a baby, Sadia…
Suraya is a beautiful feminine name with multicultural origins, primarily from Persian and Arabic languages. It means 'the Pleiades' or 'star cluster,' referring to the constellation. The name has…
"warrior"
This Arabic names has many spelling variations but this is the one that of the more phonetic transliterations and is therefore most used in English-speaking countries.
Ayeza is a beautiful feminine name with roots in multiple cultures. In Urdu, it means 'princess' or 'daughter of the moon,' giving it an ethereal and regal quality. The name has gained significant…
Pakistani, Arabic
"treasure"
Kinza might sound or look like a modern choice, inspired by Kenzie and Kinzley, however, it is a variation of the Arabic Kanza and Kenza with the appealing meaning "treasure". It was one of the…
Madiha is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'praiseworthy' or 'one who praises (God).' This beautiful name has deep cultural significance in Muslim communities across the Middle East, North…
Maysa is a beautiful feminine name with Arabic origins, derived from the word 'mays' meaning 'to walk with a proud, swinging gait' or referring to a type of fragrant tree. The name is also associated…
