International Baby Names
By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Turkish variation of Muhammad, Arabic
"praiseworthy"
A common form of Muhammad in Turkey, where the spelling Muhammed is also used. In the US, Mehmet is commonly known as the first name of Dr. Oz.
Arabic
"capable, powerful"
Qadir is a classic Muslim name that represents one of the ninety-nine attributes of Allah. Since the initial Q is pronounced as K, this handsome name is sometimes Anglicized as Kadir.
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…
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.…
"glowing face, bright"
A joyful name with a beautiful meaning, Musfirah, also spelled Musfira, refers to the idea of glowing with happiness", or more specifically, to bright happy faces. It is considered a Muslim name as…
Safaa is a feminine name of Arabic origin, meaning "purity" or "clarity." It derives from the Arabic word "safa" which signifies clearness, serenity, and moral purity. The name is particularly…
"full moon"
An unusual Arabic name, given to a handful of boys in the US each year, also spelled Ehaan or Ihan.
Turkish, Bosnian
"supreme"
Turkish and Bosnian form of the Arabic name Asma, with the powerful meaning of "supreme".
Hidayah is a feminine name of Arabic origin meaning 'guidance' or 'divine guidance.' The name carries significant spiritual meaning in Islamic tradition, where it represents the guidance that comes…
Sanskrit
"diamond"
Hira is a significant name in Islam, as in the Quran it is the name of the cave where Prophet Muhammed received revelations from Allah.
"beautiful"
Maliha comes from the Arabic word malih , meaning "beautiful."
Siyana is a feminine name with multiple cultural origins. In Bulgarian, it's derived from a word meaning 'shining' or 'radiant,' while some also connect it to Sanskrit origins where it may relate to…
Zimal is a feminine name with multiple cultural connections. In Urdu, it can mean 'beautiful' or 'earth,' while in some contexts it relates to winter or cold weather. The name has gained modest…
"pensive, wistful, melancholic"
Aasiyah is an alternative spelling of Asiya and was a fast rising name in the UK in 2022. Made familiar perhaps by its similarity to the well-known Aaliyah, Aasiyah jumped up more than 100 places on…
"gentle and patient"
The name of the Prophet Muhammad's childhood nurse carries special resonance for Muslim parents.
Hammad is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'praiser' or 'one who praises [God].' It derives from the Arabic root 'hamd,' which relates to praise, gratitude, and thankfulness. The name…
Arabic, Urdu
"flourish, prosper"
A cognate of Omar and Umar, Umair is an Arabic name with a bright, and distinctive end sound. Also spelled Umayr, it is associated with prosperity, long life, and thriving,
"God is salvation"
Arabic form of Joshua
"father"
Most names with the Ab beginning, including the more familiar Abigail and Abner, mean father, as does this streamlined Arabic choice. American children might recognize Abu as the name of Aladdin's…
"falcon"
The eleventh brightest star in the sky has a celestial feel, but also could be the name of a commercial airline.
