International Baby Names
By Sophie Kihm · Updated September 2026
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Hebrew
"laborer"
Amal is the name of a male figure in the Bible, a member of the tribe of Asher. Not, in this case, Mrs. George Clooney.
Sanskrit
"affection, love"
An Indian name with a beautiful meaning, and a light sound that could easily travel across cultures.
Sadaf is a feminine name of Persian origin meaning 'shell' or 'mother-of-pearl.' The name evokes the beautiful, luminescent quality of seashells and the precious materials they sometimes contain. In…
Hindi
"pearl"
Indian tennis sensation Sania Mirza is popularizing this one.
Arabic, Urdu, Persian
"victorious, triumphant, successful; grace, abundance, plenty"
Faiz derives from either the Arabic Fa'iz meaning "triumph, success" or from the Persian Feyz meaning "grace, abundance, overflow". Also transcribed as Fayiz, Fayez, and Faizan this name has a…
Sereen is a feminine name that represents a variation of Serene, reflecting qualities of peace, calmness, and tranquility. This alternative spelling gives the name a slightly more distinctive…
Arabic
"replacement, substitute"
An Arabic name popular in the Muslim community. It may derive from an Arabic word meaning "replacement, substitute", or from Aisha, the name of a wife of the Prophet Muhammad.
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…
Haleema is a feminine name with Arabic origins, derived from 'haleem' meaning 'gentle,' 'patient,' or 'forbearing.' The name carries significant historical importance in Islamic tradition as Halimah…
Saida is a feminine name with multicultural origins, primarily used in Arabic, Swahili, and Spanish-speaking communities. In Arabic, Saida (سعيدة) means "happy" or "fortunate," deriving from the root…
Zaha is a distinctive feminine name with multiple cultural connections. It has Arabic origins where it can mean 'brilliant' or 'shining,' carrying connotations of brightness and radiance. The name…
Maram is a feminine name with Arabic origins, meaning 'wish,' 'desire,' or 'aspiration.' This beautiful name carries significant meaning in Arabic-speaking cultures, representing hopes and dreams.…
"virtuous"
A Quranic name used for Muslim children of both sexes.
"handsome, beautiful; fine, well"
A Top 1000 name in England and Wales, Hasnain combines Husain and Hassan into one name.
Sehrish is a feminine name of Urdu and Persian origin popular in Pakistan, India, and among Muslim communities worldwide. The name conveys beautiful meanings including "magical," "enchanting," or…
"shield; protector"
A smooth and soulful Arabic name that travels well between languages and cultures. Lindsay Lohan chose a variation for her son Luai, born in 2023.
Nadeem is a masculine name with Arabic origins, meaning "friend," "companion," or "drinking companion." It derives from the Arabic word "nadim" (نديم) which historically referred to a courtier or…
Urdu
"contentment"
Urdu form of the Arabic name Ridha.
"ambassador, messenger"
Also spelled Safeer or Saphir, this rare Arabic name connotes power and beauty.
