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Muslim Names

  1. Mawar

    • Origin:

      Bahasa and Urdu

    • Meaning:

      "rose"

    • Description:

      Mawar is another of the "rose" variants that is almost unheard of outside its home country (in this case, Indonesia), but which deserves consideration given its lilting sound.
  2. Manna

    • Origin:

      Hebrew

    • Description:

      According to the Bible (and Quran), manna was the foodstuff miraculously provided for the Israelites in exile. This nourishing little name is one of the spiritual names that has seen a slight rise in recent years.
  3. Faruq

    • Origin:

      Arabic

    • Meaning:

      "the one who distinguishes between right and wrong"

    • Description:

      A common first and surname among Muslims.
  4. Shazia
    • Halimah

      • Origin:

        Arabic

      • Meaning:

        "gentle and patient"

      • Description:

        The name of the Prophet Muhammad's childhood nurse carries special resonance for Muslim parents.
    • Waris
      • Badar

        • Origin:

          Arabic, Hindi

        • Meaning:

          "full moon"

        • Description:

          Strong name, with a regal, romantic natural imagery image.
      • Mehmet

        • Origin:

          Turkish variation of Muhammad, Arabic

        • Meaning:

          "praiseworthy"

        • Description:

          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.
      • Asif
        • Mishal

          • Origin:

            Arabic

          • Meaning:

            "source of light"

          • Description:

            A soft and sweet unisex Arabic name with an international sound.
        • Abubakr

          • Description:

            Abubakr is a masculine name of Arabic origin, representing a variant transliteration of Abu Bakr. The name carries profound historical and religious significance in Islamic tradition, as Abu Bakr was the first caliph and closest companion of the Prophet Muhammad. The name literally means 'father of the camel foal' in Arabic, though its cultural importance far outweighs this literal translation. Abubakr is popular in Muslim communities worldwide, particularly in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. The name symbolizes wisdom, loyalty, and steadfast faith, qualities associated with the historical figure. Various spelling variations exist due to transliteration differences from Arabic script to Latin alphabet. Parents choosing this name often do so to honor religious heritage and to inspire values of integrity, leadership, and devotion.
        • Yahya

          • Origin:

            Arabic, Turkish, and Persian form of Yochanan

          • Meaning:

            "God is Gracious"

          • Description:

            Yahya is an Islamic name derived from the Hebrew Yochanan, making it both an honor for the prophet John the Baptist, and one of many international forms of John. In Islamic tradition, Yahya is celebrated for his gentleness, his goodness, and his dedication to and understanding of scriptures from a young age.
            Currently popular in England and Wales, Tunisia, and Belgium, Yahya has also been on and off of the US Top 1000 charts since 2015. Since 2022, however, it has climbing up the ranks, and 2024 saw it become one of the fastest rising names of the year when it rose 175 places when it was given to nearly 380 boys.
        • Juwayriyyah

          • Origin:

            Arabic

          • Meaning:

            "young woman; Damask rose"

          • Description:

            A significant name in Islamic tradition, Juwayriyyah was borne by the eighth wife of the Prophet Muhammad. Also spelled Juwayriya, Juwairiyya, and Juwairiya, the name has two meanings depending on which syllable is emphasized, though many use them interchangeably.
        • Farheen
          • Hatice

            • Origin:

              Turkish variation of Khadija, Arabic

            • Meaning:

              "premature child"

            • Description:

              The Turkish form of Khadija, an important Muslim name connected to the first wife of Prophet Muhammed in the Quran. Double-barreled Hatice Kübra also makes the Turkish Top 100.
          • Syed

            • Description:

              Syed is an Arabic male name with deep Islamic significance. Rather than being just a given name, it originated as an honorific title meaning 'master' or 'lord.' The name holds special importance in Muslim communities as it traditionally denotes descendants of the Prophet Muhammad through his grandsons Hassan and Hussein. Many Muslim families use Syed as a prefix to their name to indicate this lineage. As a standalone given name, Syed has gained popularity beyond exclusively being a title. It's widely used throughout the Muslim world including Arab countries, South Asia (particularly Pakistan and India), and Muslim communities worldwide.

          • Rukhsana
            • Reza

              • Description:

                Reza is a feminine name (though also used for males in some cultures) with Persian origins, meaning 'contentment,' 'satisfaction,' or 'agreement.' In Iran and other parts of the Middle East, it's a popular name with royal associations, as it was part of the name of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. The name has a beautiful spiritual significance in Islamic contexts, where it can represent divine pleasure or approval. As a female name in Western countries, Reza offers a distinctive alternative to more common names while maintaining an exotic yet accessible sound. Its cross-cultural appeal and positive meaning have contributed to its gradual adoption beyond Persian communities, though it remains relatively uncommon in English-speaking countries.

            • Lujain

              • Origin:

                Arabic

              • Meaning:

                "silver"

              • Description:

                A sweet and cheerful Arabic name, offering cute nicknames like Lu and Jaynie. It can also be written as Lujayn, Loujain or Loujayn. Loujain al-Hathloul is a well-known Saudi women's rights activist.
            • Wajih

              • Origin:

                Arabic

              • Meaning:

                "eminent, distinguished; man of status"

              • Description:

                An elegant and illustrious Arabic name, Wajih can also be related to the Arabic word for face. Notable Wajihs include literary critic Wajih Fanous and football player Wajih Abdel-Azim.