Muslim Baby Names A–Z

Aabid Worshipper. Doubled-a Pakistani form of Abid Aabida Aabida, Devoted worshipper, she who gives her life to worship Aahil Prince, great emperor, sovereign. From Arabic/Urdu أهيل… Aairah Noble, respectful, visiting, from root ع-ي-ر… Aaliya Elevated. The Aaliyah/Aaliya spelling dominant in Western… Aaliyah Exalted, highest Aamir Prosperous, full of life, flourishing. From root ع-م-ر… Aamira Princess, full of life, the prosperous leader. From root ع-م-ر… Aaqib The follower, the last. One of the Prophet titles Aariz Respectable… Aatika Pure, clear. Companion Atika bint Abd al-Muttalib… Aayat Verses, signs of Allah Aban Clear, lucid, manifest Abbas Abbas, Lion, stern-faced, the fierce protector Abd al-Mumin Servant of the Granter of Security Abd Servant of the Most Merciful… Abd ar-Rahman ibn Awf Servant of the Merciful Abdallah Servant of Allah… Abdelali Servant of the High. Abd al-Ali is a compound divine name Abdelaziz Servant of Al-Aziz (the Mighty)… Abdelfattah Servant of the Opener… Abdelghani Servant of the Self-Sufficient. Al-Ghani… Abdelhafid Servant of the Guardian. North African form of Abd al-Hafid Abdelhak Servant of the Truth. Abd + Al-Haqq (the Truth) Abdelhamid Servant of Al-Hamid (the Praised). North African spelling Abdelilah Servant of Al-Ilah (God). North African/Moroccan Abdeljabbar Servant of the Compeller… Abdelkader Servant of Al-Qadir (the All-Capable). North African spelling Abdelkarim Servant of Al-Karim (the Generous)… Abdellatif Servant of Al-Latif (the Subtle, the Gentle)… Abdelmajid Servant of Al-Majid (the Glorious). North African spelling Abdelmoumen Servant of Al-Mumin (the Granter of Security)… Abdelnour Servant of the Light… Abdelouahed Servant of the One… Abdelouahid Servant of the One. Moroccan variant with -ou- spelling Abdelwafi Abdelwafi, Servant of the Faithful, North African Abdelwahed Servant of One. Variant spelling of Abdelouahed Abdelwahid Servant of Al-Wahid (the One). North African/Algerian spelling Abderrahim Servant of Al-Rahim (the Merciful). North African spelling Abderrahmane Servant of the Most Merciful. The Algerian, Moroccan… Abderraouf Servant of Al-Rauf (the Most Compassionate)… Abderrazzak Abderrazzak, Servant of the Provider, North African Abdessabour Abdessabour, Servant of the Patient, North African Abdessalam Servant of Al-Salam (the Peace). North African spelling Abdessalem Servant of Peace… Abdessamad Servant of the Eternal. Al-Samad… Abdirahman Servant of the Most Merciful… Abdou Abdullah/Abd. West African and North African short form Abdoulaye Abdullah. The Fulani/Mande West African form Abdul Adl Servant of the Just Abdul Baqi Servant of the Everlasting Abdul Basit Servant of the Expander Abdul Fattah Servant of the Opener Abdul Hafeez Servant of the Preserver Abdul Hakim Servant of the Wise Abdul Halim Servant of the Forbearing Abdul Jalil Servant of the Majestic Abdul Khaliq Servant of the Creator Abdul Latif Servant of the Gentle Abdul Servant of Al-Malik. From Arabic abd… Abdul Mannan Servant of the Great Benefactor Abdul Mubdi Servant of the Originator Abdul Muhaymin Servant of the Guardian, the Watchful Abdul Muizz Servant of the Giver of Honor Abdul Mumin Servant of the Faith-Giver Abdul Mumit Servant of the Giver of Death Abdul Muqtadir Servant of the All-Powerful Abdul Nasser Servant of the Helper Abdul Qawi Servant of the Strong Abdul Quddus Servant of the Most Holy Abdul Rauf Servant of the Compassionate Abdul Samad Servant of the Eternal Abdul Shakur Servant of the Grateful Abdul Wadud Servant of the Loving Abdul Wahid Servant of the One Abdul Wali Servant of the Protecting Friend Abdulalim Servant of Al-Alim. From Arabic abd… Abdulaziz Servant of Al-Aziz. From Arabic abd… Abdulbari Servant of Al-Bari. From Arabic abd… Abdulbasit Servant of Al-Basit. From Arabic abd… Abdulghafoor Servant of Al-Ghafoor. From Arabic abd… Abdulghani Servant of Al-Ghani. From Arabic abd… Abdulhadi Servant of Al-Hadi. From Arabic abd… Abdulhamid Servant of Al-Hamid. From Arabic abd… Abduljalil Servant of Al-Jalil. From Arabic abd… Abdulkarim Servant of Al-Karim. From Arabic abd… Abdullah Servant of Allah… Abdullah ibn Abbas Servant of God, son of Abbas Abdullah ibn Umar Servant of God, son of Umar Abdullahi Abdullah. The Hausa Nigerian form Abdullatif Servant of Al-Latif. From Arabic abd… Abdulmajeed Servant of the Most Glorious Abdulmajid Servant of Al-Majid. From Arabic abd… Abdulmatin Servant of Al-Matin. From Arabic abd… Abdulmohaimin Servant of the Guardian Abdulmuttalib Servant of Al-Muttalib. From Arabic abd… Abdulqadir Servant of Al-Qadir. From Arabic abd… Abdulqayyum Servant of Al-Qayyum. From Arabic abd… Abdulrahim Servant of Al-Rahim. From Arabic abd… Abdulrahman Servant of the Most Merciful (Al-Rahman)… Abdulwahab Servant of Al-Wahhab. From Arabic abd… Abdulwahid Servant of Al-Wahid. From Arabic abd… Abdurrahman Servant of the Most Merciful… Abdurrazzaq Servant of Al-Razzaq. From Arabic abd… Abdussalam Servant of Al-Salam. From Arabic abd… Abeer Fragrance, the lingering scent, from root ain-b-r… Abiha Her father, from Arabic أبيها (abiha, her father) Abir Fragrance, a mix of sweet scents, from root ain-b-r… Abla Perfectly formed, full-figured. From root ain-b-l… Ablikim Uyghur form of Abd al-Hakim, servant of the Wise Aboubacar Abu Bakr. The Guinean, Malian… Aboubakr Abu Bakr. The North African and French-speaking Muslim… Aboubakry Abu Bakr. The Senegalese and Guinean spelling variant with -y… Abrahim The friend of God Abrar The righteous ones, the most virtuous, from root ب-ر-ر… Abu Bakr al-Razi The Physician of Rayy (Rhazes). Abū Bakr… Abu The wise scholar of Damascus. Abu Darda (RA)… Abu Dharr The father of tiny particles Abu Hamza The father of Hamza Abu Hanifa Al-Imām al-Aʿẓam, The Greatest Imam, Abū Ḥanīfa… Abu Father of the little cat. Abu Hurairah (RA)… Abu Hurayrah The father of a small cat Abu Musa al-Ashari The father of Musa Abu Father of dust… Abu Ubaidah The father of the little servant Abu Trustee of the Ummah. Abu Ubayda ibn al-Jarrah (RA)… Abubakar Abu Bakr. The Hausa and West African form Abubakr Abu Bakr al-Siddiq. The first Caliph… Abul Father of Qasim. The Prophet Muhammad's own kunya (Abul-Qasim) Ada Island Adam The first man, created from earth, from root a-d-m… Adamu Adam. The Hausa form of Adam (AS) Adeeb Adeeb, Literary, cultured, the person of letters and refined character Adeel Adeel. Just, virtuous, one of noble and balanced character Adeena Pious, devoted, from root د-ي-ن… Adel Just, fair. Egyptian and Levantine spelling of Adil Adham Dark bay horse, from root د-ه-م… Adib Cultivated, learned in adab (etiquette and letters) Adiba Feminine of Adib Adid The supporter Adil Just, fair, from root ain-d-l… Adila Adila, Just, fair, the woman of perfect justice and balance Adilet Justice Adilzhan Just soul Adis Justice. Bosnian Muslim name from Arabic adil (just) Adja Hajja. The respectful title for a woman who has performed… Adlan Just, fair, upright, from root ain-d-l… Admir Admirable, one who is to be admired… Adnan Forefather of the northern Arabs… Adzhar The most radiant, the most brilliant Afaf Chastity, abstinence, moral purity… Afaq Afaq, The horizons, where earth and sky meet, the breadth of the world Affan Affan, Forgiving, modest, chaste, father of Uthman, the third Caliph Afia Afia, Health, wellbeing, freedom from illness and all that harms Afif Chaste, virtuous Afifa Chaste, morally pure, the woman of refined dignity… Afifah Feminine of Afif Afiqah Superior in beauty and virtue Afiya Good health, wellbeing, the state of being free from all harm… Afiyah Health, wellbeing, freedom from illness and harm… Afnan Tree branches. Directly Quranic Afra White, bright white complexion, from root ain-f-r… Afrah Afrah, Joys, celebrations, the one who brings happiness and festivity Afreen Creation, well done. From Persian afrin… Afshan Scattering of light, glitter, gold-dust Afzal Afzal, Superior, most excellent, the one who excels all others Aghsan Branches. Plural of ghusn (branch) Ahad Ahad, The One, the divine name of absolute unity Ahd Promise, covenant, from root ain-h-d… Ahlam Dreams, from root ح-ل-م… Ahlem Dreams. Plural of hulm (dream) Ahmad The most praised. The Quranic name of the Prophet… Ahmar Red, ruddy Ahmed The most praised… Ahmet The Most Praised. The Turkish form of Ahmad Ahsan Most beautiful. 'We created human in the most beautiful form… Ahyan Times, the moments, from root ح-ي-ن… Aibak Moon-lord Aicha Aisha. The French and Francophone West African spelling Aida Returning, the visiting one, from root ain-w-d… Aidan Fire, little fire, bright… Aidana Wise moon Aidar The moon that walks with someone Aidyn Moon-like, bright as the moon Aigerim Beautiful moon. From Kazakh aigerim… Aigul Moon flower; Kazakh and Kyrgyz Aiman The one on the right; the blessed Aiman Moon-luck Aina A woman with pure, striking eyes Ainul Spring of the eye. Ain (eye/spring) + ul (of) Ainura Moon light Aisha Living, full of life… Aishah Aisha. Gulf/Malay formal h-ending Aishatu Aisha. The Hausa and West African form of Aisha Aissatou Wolof form of Aisha; the Mother of Believers Aisulu Moon beauty Aisyah Living. The Indonesian and Malaysian standard spelling of Aisha Aiyana Forever flowering. From Ojibwe aiyana Aiza Aiza, Noble, respected, dear, she of high standing and honour Aizada Moon princess Aizat Honour, dignity. From Arabic izzat… Aizhan Moon soul Ajmal Ajmal, Most beautiful, most handsome, beauty in its superlative form Ajwa The Prophetic date… Akbar The Greatest. Superlative of kabir (great) Akhtar Akhtar, Star, good omen, the bright point that guides Akif Devoted in worship, one who keeps itikaf Akmal Most perfect, most complete, from root k-m-l… Akram Most generous. From root k-r-m Al-Adil The just Al-Battani The Astronomer of Raqqa. Nisba from Battan… Al-Biruni The Polymath of Khwarezm. Nisba from bīrūn… Al-Dinawari Founder of Arabic Botanical Science, Al-Dīnawarī… Al-Farabi The Second Master (after Aristotle). From Fārāb… Al-Farghani The Astronomer of Fergana. Nisba from Fergana… Al-Ghazali Hujjat al-Islām, the Proof of Islam. From Ghazāla… Al Al-Husain. The full formal form with the definite article Al-Idrisi Cartographer of Roger II, the Tabula Rogeriana… Al-Jazari Badīʿ al-Zamān, Wonder of the Age, From al-Jazīra… Al-Kamil The complete Al-Khazini Master of the Balance. From khāzin… Al-Khwarizmi Father of Algebra. From Khwarezm… Al-Kindi First philosopher of the Arabs. From Kinda… Al-Masudi The Herodotus of the Arabs. From Masʿūd, fortunate, blessed… Al-Shafii Imām al-Mujaddid, Renewer of the Second Century, Al-Shāfiʿī… Al-Tabari Shaykh al-Mufassirīn, Shaykh of the Exegetes, Al-Ṭabarī… Al-Tusi The Master of Mathematics. Nisba from Tūs in Khurasan… Al-Yaqubi Among the first systematic Muslim geographers… Al-Zahrawi Father of Surgery (Albucasis). Nisba from Madīnat al-Zahrāʾ… Alaa Loftiness, elevation, exaltedness, from root ain-l-w… Aladdin Glory of religion. Compound Ala (glory/exaltation) + al-Din… Alaia Sublime, joyful, the elevated heights, from root ع-ل-و… Alam The world, the universe; also banner Alassane Wolof/Mande form of Al-Hasan Alaya Heights, the exalted, from root ع-ل-و… Aleem Aleem, The all-knowing, the deeply knowledgeable, one of the divine names Aleena Aleena, Soft, delicate, of gentle nature, silken in quality Aleeya Exalted, sublime Alhan Melodies, beautiful tunes. Plural of lahn (melody) Ali The High, Exalted. Fourth Caliph… Alia Exalted. Al-Ali (the Most High) is in Ayat al-Kursi: 'Wa huwa… Aliff The letter Alif; the first, the primal Alisha Noble, exalted, from Arabic علیشة… Alishba Dazzling like fire, like flames. From Urdu/Persian ali… Aliya Aliya, Exalted, noble, high in rank, she who is elevated Aliza Joyful, cheerful. Alizeh Gentle wind. Urdu/Persian alizeh Alma Soul, the learned woman. From Arabic alma… Almir The Prince. Bosnian contraction of Al-Amir Almira Princess, exalted Alou Ali. West African familiar form used across Senegal, Guinea… Alp Arslan Heroic lion Alper Brave hero. From Turkish alper (brave, heroic warrior) Alsu Rosy, beautiful; Volga Tatar Altair The flying eagle, from Arabic النسر الطائر… Alyasa The Prophet Elisha, from Arabic اليسع (Al-Yasa, Elisha) Amaan Amaan, Safety, peace, security, the divine protection that surrounds the believer Amadou Ahmad. The West African compressed form of Ahmad Amal Hope, aspiration, from root أ-م-ل (amala, to hope, to aspire) Amani Wishes, hopes, aspirations, from root a-m-n/a-m-n-y… Amara Eternal, grace, eternal beauty, from root ain-m-r… Amaya Night rain Ambreen Ambreen, Fragrance of ambergris, the rarest and most precious scent Ameen Trustworthy. Doubled-e spelling used in Gulf and Pakistani… Ameer Prince, commander, leader, from root أ-م-ر… Amel Hope. The Bosnian and French-speaking Muslim form of Amal/Emel Amela Worker of good deeds. From Arabic amila (to do, to work) Amelia Industrious, hardworking. From Latin aemulus Amghar Elder, respected scholar. From Berber/Tamazight amghar Amin Amin, Trustworthy, faithful, the custodian, title of the Prophet himself Amina Trustworthy, the one who is at peace and gives peace… Aminah Trustworthy, the faithful keeper… Aminata Amina. The Fula/Mande West African form Aminatou Wolof and Bambara form of Aminah Amine Trustworthy. French/North African spelling of Amin Aminu Trustworthy, faithful. Hausa form of Amin Amir Prince, commander, leader, from root a-m-r… Amira Princess, commander. Feminine of Amir Amjad Amjad, More glorious, more illustrious, one of exceeding honour Ammar Builder, long-lived, flourishing, from root ain-m-r… Amna Amna, Safe, peaceful, she who brings security and peace Amr Life, command. Amr ibn al-As (RA)… Amra Prosperous, the one who builds and flourishes… An-Nasir The Helper Ana Caring, kind, attentive. Used by Muslim girls globally… Anabia One who constantly turns to Allah, from root a-n-b… Anas Intimacy, comfort, from root a-n-s… Anas ibn Malik Companionship, one who serves the Prophet ﷺ Anaya Care, concern, divine solicitude. From inaya (care, concern) Andaleeb Andaleeb, Nightingale, Pakistani girls Anes Intimacy. Bosnian Serbo-Croatian spelling of Anas Anis Intimate companion, sociable, from root a-n-s… Anisa Friendly, sociable, pleasant companion. From root a-n-s… Anisah Companionable, sociable, close friend Anmol Priceless, beyond value Anoar Radiant lights. Guinean and Mauritanian variant spelling Anouar Radiant lights. North African spelling of Anwar Ansar The Helpers of Madinah who sheltered the Prophet Anta You, yourself. Wolof anta… Anum Anum, Blessing of God, she who is a divine gift and grace Anwar Lights, the most radiant… Anzar The one who watches Aqdas Aqdas, Most holy, most sacred, the superlative of divine purity Aqeel Wise, intelligent, the one who understands. From root ع-ق-ل… Aqil Aqil. Intelligent, wise, the one who uses reason well Aqilah Wise, intelligent Aqsa The farthest… Arafat The plain of recognition, from root ع-ر-ف… Aram Peace, tranquility, stillness. From Persian/Aramaic aram… Arash Brilliant, the righteous archer. From Avestan/Persian arash… Araz The Aras River. The great river between Azerbaijan and Iran Areeb Intelligent, skillful, sharp-witted Areeba Areeba, Witty, Pakistani girls name Areeha Fragrant, from Arabic أريحا… Areej Fragrance, from root a-r-j (arija, to be fragrant) Areen Lion den. Areesha Throne, the elevated dwelling, the high canopy… Arfa High-ranked, deep knowledge. From ain-r-f Arfaa Arfaa, Most exalted, Pakistani girls Arfan Mystical knowledge, gnosis, from root ain-r-f… Arham The most merciful of the merciful, from root r-h-m… Arif The knower, the one who knows deeply. From root ain-r-f… Arij Fragrance. Alternate spelling of Areej Arish Throne, canopy, the elevated seat, from root ع-ر-ش… Arisha Arisha, The throne, the canopy, she under whose shade others find rest Ariz Respected, dignified Arjumand Arjumand, Noble, beloved, the real name of Mumtaz Mahal Armaan Armaan, Desire, hope, longing, the deep wish of the heart Arman Arman, Wish/hope, Pakistani boys name Aroha The firm handhold, the link that does not break… Aroob Devoted, loving, from root ع-ر-ب (araba, devoted, loving) Aroosa Aroosa, Bride, Pakistani girls name Aroosh Angel of Paradise; those who dwell in the highest heavens Arqam Arqam, The speckled snake, Sahabi whose house was the first school of Islam Arsal The one sent. From arsala (to send) Arsalan Lion. Turkic arslan Arsh Arsh, The divine Throne, the highest station in creation Arshad Arshad, Most rightly guided, wisest, on the truest path Arshan Brave, strong, lion-like, from Persian أرشان… Arslan Lion. From Turkic arslan (lion) Arwa Arwa bint Abd al-Muttalib. Prophet aunt Arwaa Mountain gazelle, from Arabic أروى… Aryan Noble, warrior, the honourable one… As'ad As'ad, Happiest, most fortunate, the one blessed with the greatest joy Asad Lion, from root a-s-d (asad, lion) Asalah Authenticity, noble origin, deep-rootedness. From root أ-ص-ل… Asel Authentic, of pure origin, from root a-s-l… Ashamaz Circassian Nart-hero of the sun Asher Happy, blessed, felicitous Ashfaq Ashfaq. Most compassionate friend, kindest companion Ashhad I bear witness, from root ش-ه-د… Ashraf Most noble, most honourable, from root sh-r-f… Ashraff Most noble Asia Asia. The continent… Asif Asif, The wise counsellor, name of Prophet Sulaiman's trusted minister Asifah Storm, whirlwind Asim Protector, guardian, from root ain-s-m… Asiya Asiya bint Muzahim… Asiyah Asiya bint Muzahim… Askar Army, soldier Askia Muhammad Askia the Great of Songhai Aslam Aslam, The one who submits, the most at peace, pure surrender Aslan Lion Asli Original, genuine, of noble origin. From Arabic asl… Asma Names, noble names. From Arabic asma (names, the plural of ism) Asma bint Abi Bakr Elevated, most exalted Asma The Speaker of Women. Asma bint Yazid al-Ansariyyah (RA)… Asmae Names. Moroccan -ae ending variant Asmahan Elevated names, exalted. From asma (names) + han (an honorific) Asr Time, the afternoon. Surah Al-Asr (Chapter 103) Asra Night journey, from root س-ر-ي (asra, to travel by night) Assel Honey Asya Asia. Turkish form of Asia/Asiya Ata Gift, bestowal Athar Aathaar, Most pure, most clean, the superlative of purity Atid The ever-ready, one of the recording angels (Kirām al-Kātibīn) Atif Compassionate, kind. From ain-t-f (to have compassion) Atiq Atiq, Ancient, noble, the freed one, title of Abu Bakr al-Siddiq Atiya Atiya, Gift, divine bestowal, she who is a gift from Allah Atsiz A Turkic warrior-name Attar Perfumer, apothecary Aulia Friends of Allah. From Arabic awliya… Aurangzeb Ornament of the throne Avesta The sacred book of Zoroaster… Awab Awab, Repentant returner, companion name Awais Uwais al-Qarani. Pakistani dominant spelling Awais Awn Help, support, aid Aws Gift, wolf, from root أ-و-س (awa, to give as a gift) Aya Divine verse, miraculous sign. Second maximum coverage Ayaan Gift of God. The double-a South Asian spelling of Ayan Ayaana Blessing, gift of God Ayah Divine verse. H-ending spelling Ayan Gift of God, by the will of God, in the time of God… Ayana Eternal blossom, the ever-flourishing, from root أ-ي-ن… Ayaneh A soft-eyed one; one with wide beautiful eyes Ayasha Living, full of life Ayat Verses of the Quran, divine signs, from root أ-ي-ي… Ayaz Cool breeze, frost Aydi Hands, or one of strong hand Aydin Enlightened, bright, luminous. From Turkish/Arabic آيدين… Ayesha Aisha. South Asian dominant spelling Ayeza The one who seeks refuge in Allah Ayhan Moon lord; Turkish, from ay (moon) and han (ruler) Ayla Moonlight, halo of the moon, from Turkish/Arabic آيلا… Aylin Moon halo Ayman Blessed, right-handed, lucky, from root y-m-n… Aynur Light of the eye. Arabic ain (eye) + nur (light) Ayra Noble, respectful, of high dignity. From Persian/Urdu ayra… Ayse Aisha. Aysha Aysha name meaning in Islam: Living, happy. A simplified spelling used worldwide Ayshah Living. Scholarly transliteration with -ah ending of Aisha Aysun Moon-like. From Turkish aysun (like the moon, moon-beautiful) Ayyoub Job. Additional double-y spelling variant capturing Moroccan… Ayyub Job. The Prophet of patience Ayzal Gift from God. Azadeh Free, noble. From Persian azad (free, liberated, noble-born) Azan The call to prayer, from root أ-ذ-ن… Azar The father (or paternal uncle) of Ibrahim (AS), named at Quran 6:74 Azeem Azeem, The great, the magnificent, one of the divine names Azeeza Azeeza, Beloved, dear, precious, the feminine of Aziz Azhar More radiant, flowering, from z-h-r (zahara, to bloom, flower) Aziz Al-Aziz (the Mighty, the Invincible)… Aziza Mighty, dear, precious, from root ain-z-z… Azizah Precious, mighty. Malay/Singapore -ah ending form of Aziza Azlan Lion. From Turkic Arslan/Aslan (lion) Azra Azra, Pure maiden, the untouched, she who carries original purity Azrael Malak al-Mawt, the Angel of Death Azrail The angel of death Azyan Adornments, the most adorned, from root ز-ي-ن… Azzam Determination, resolution, from root ain-z-m… Azzedine Glory of the religion. Azz + al-Din

Babo Father, elder Babur Tiger Bachir Bringer of good news. North African spelling of Bashir Bade Ripened, mature Bader Full moon. Gulf spelling of Badr Badia Unprecedented beauty, from root b-d-a… Badis Al-Muizz ibn Badis. Zirid Sultan of North Africa Badr Full moon. From Arabic badr (full moon) Badra Badra, Full moon, she who illuminates the darkness with complete light Bagas Happy, joyful. Javanese/Indonesian bagas (healthy, happy) Baha Splendor, brilliance, magnificent beauty. From root b-h-w… Bahaa Splendor, brilliance, high beauty Bahar Spring. Persian bahar (spring season) Bahija Bahija, Joyful, radiant, full of happiness, she who is brilliant with joy Bahir Bahir, Dazzling, brilliant, so bright that it overwhelms the eye Bahira Bahira, Dazzling, brilliant, so bright she overwhelms the eye with her excellence Bahiya Bahiya, Beautiful/radiant Bahja Bahja, Joy/beauty Bahlul The noble-generous Bahman Shah Bahman the king Bai Noble woman, princess Baibars Great leopard Bakhtiar Fortunate, blessed by destiny; Persian Bakhtiyar The fortunate one Bakr Bakr, Young camel, Abu Bakr name root Bakyt Happiness, fortune Baligh Baligh, Eloquent, far-reaching, the one whose speech penetrates deeply Balsam Balsam. The healing resin, the fragrant balm Bana Bana, Target/building, Gulf girls Banan Banan, Slender fingertips, the delicate and refined quality of beauty Bandar Harbor, port Baneen Sons, from root b-n-y (baneen, sons, children) Banu Musa The Sons of Mūsā, Patrons of Bayt al-Ḥikma, Banū Mūsā… Baqir Baqir, One who opens knowledge, the lion, the one who splits open what was hidden Baraa Innocence, absolution, freedom from guilt. From root b-r-a… Baraka Baraka, Blessing, East African girls Barakah Barakah, Divine blessing, the sacred increase that flows from God's grace Barakat Barakat, Blessings, the plural of baraka, overflowing divine favour Baran Rain, from Persian/Turkish باران… Bariq Bariq, Lightning flash, the shining one, brilliant and momentarily illuminating Barira Barira, Pious, devoted, the freed slave woman who chose her own destiny Barirah Barirah, Pious, devoted to goodness, alternative form of Barira Baris Peace. Turkish baris (peace) Barnogul Spring rose. Uzbek bar (spring) + nogul (rose) Barquq Founder of the Circassian Burji Mamluk line of Egypt and Syria Barra Devoted, filial, righteous Barsbay Leopard-lord Basaair Basaair, Insights, Quranic girls name Basant Basant, Spring, South Asian Muslim girls Baseer Baseer, The all-seeing, the deeply perceptive, one who truly sees Bashar Bashar, Bringer of glad tidings, the intensive form of Bashir Basheer Herald of good news. From root b-sh-r (bashshara) Bashir Bashir, Bringer of glad tidings, the one who announces the good news Basim Smiling, from root b-s-m (basama, to smile) Basit Al-Basit (the Expander, the One who extends bounty)… Basma A smile, one smile, from root b-s-m (basama, to smile) Basmah Smile, a single smile, from root b-s-m (basama, to smile) Bassam The smiling one, from root b-s-m (basama, to smile) Bassel Brave, bold, from root b-s-l… Bassem Smiling. Egyptian and Levantine spelling variant Bassima Smiling, the one who smiles. Feminine of Bassam Bassir The one who sees deeply, insightful, from root b-s-r… Batool The pure, the devoted virgin, from root b-t-l… Batoul Virgin, pure… Batrisyia Noble woman Batyr Hero, brave warrior Bayan Eloquence, clarity, the power of clear expression… Bayezid Father of increase Bayyinah Clear evidence, proof. Surah Al-Bayyinah (Chapter 98) Bekzod Prince, son of nobility. From Uzbek bek (lord/prince) + zod… Belacel Bilal. Kabyle Berber form Belacel Belal Bilal ibn Rabah. The first muezzin of Islam… Belkacem Abu al-Qasim. North African spelling Belkis Queen of Sheba. Turkish form Bello Beautiful, fine. From Hausa bello (beautiful, good, fine) Belma Clear water, purity. Bosnian Muslim girl name from Slavic bel… Benali Son of Ali. Maghrebi naming tradition of using ben (son of) +… Berat Document of innocence, letter of pardon. From Arabic baraa… Bereket Blessing. Ethiopian Muslim boys name from Arabic… Berivan The milkmaid; one who tends the flock Berk Firm, strong, solid. From Turkish berk… Beyza White, pure, radiant. From Arabic bayda (white, pure) Bibars Circassian; the name of Sultan Baybars al-Mamluk… Bidel Heartless (from mystical self-annihilation) Bilal Bilal, Water, moisture, the first Mu'adhdhin of Islam, freed by Abu Bakr Bilel First muezzin… Bilkis The Queen of Sheba. Bilqis/Bilkis… Bilqis Bilqis, The Queen of Sheba, the woman of legendary sovereignty and wisdom Bilquis The Queen of Sheba Bineta Daughter. From Arabic bint (daughter) in Wolof form Binish Binish. Insight, wisdom, the ability to see what others miss Binta Daughter Bintou Daughter. From Arabic bint (daughter) in the West African… Birhan Light/Proof. Ethiopian Muslim girls name from Arabic burhan… Bishr Bishr, Joy, good cheer, the radiant happiness that shows on the face Bisma Smiling, the one with a beautiful smile Boabdil The last sultan of Granada Boubacar West African form of Abu Bakr Bouchaib Shuaib. North African spelling Bouchra Good news. North African/French spelling of Bushra Boutaina A young female camel; graceful and slender Brahim Ibrahim. Moroccan and North African short form… Budayl Budayl. Substitute, the replacement that carries greater value Budur Budur, Full moons, she who contains the brilliance of many full moons Bukhari Amīr al-Muʾminīn fī al-Ḥadīth… Bulat Steel, the tempered blade Burak The Buraq. The lightning-fast steed that carried the Prophet ﷺ… Buraq Buraq, Lightning, the divine creature that carried the Prophet on the Night Journey Burhan Clear proof, decisive argument, from root b-r-h… Buse Kiss, gentle touch. From Turkish buse (a kiss) Bushra Good news, glad tidings, from root b-sh-r… Busra Good news. Turkish form of Bushra Buthaina Buthaina, Soft earth, tender beauty, the beloved of the classical Arabic poets Buthainah Soft earth. Scholarly -ah ending of Buthayna Buthayna Soft beautiful earth, the land of tender warmth…

Cabdi Somali form of Abd (servant), often paired with a divine name Cabdinasir Servant of the Helper Cafer Cafer, River, stream, the flowing one; name of the Prophet's beloved cousin Cahit Cahit, The one who strives, devoted effort in the path of God Camelia The camellia flower. Used by Muslim girls in North Africa… Camille Perfect, complete. From Latin camillus Can Soul, life. From Persian/Turkish can (jan) meaning soul, life… Canan Canan, Beloved sweetheart, the one who is the very soul of those who love her Cansu Soul-water. Turkish compound: can (soul/life) + su (water) Cebrail Cebrail, Gabriel, the angel of revelation who brought the Quran to the Prophet Celal Celal, Majesty, glory, the overwhelming greatness of divine power Celile Celile, Sublime, magnificent, the Turkish form of Jalila, she of great majesty Cemal Cemal, Beauty, the Turkish form of Jamal, carrying divine beauty Cemil Cemil, Beautiful, handsome, the Turkish form of Jamil Cemile Cemile, Beautiful, the Turkish form of Jamila, she of comprehensive beauty Cemre Cemre, Ember, glowing coal, the warmth that persists through the coldest season Cengiz Oceanic, universal ruler. From Mongolian/Turkish Cengiz… Cenk Battle, war Ceren Young deer, fawn. From Turkish ceren (young deer, fawn) Cevher Cevher, Jewel, essence, substance, the inner reality of a thing Ceylan Ceylan, Gazelle, the graceful, swift creature of beauty and freedom Chabane Sha'ban. Month before Ramadan Chafia Healer. Feminine of Shafi Chafiq Compassionate. North African spelling of Shafiq Chahinez Royal falcon. Standard Algerian girls form of Shaheen Chahineze Royal falcon. Algerian variant spelling of Chahinez Chahrazad Sheherazade. The great storyteller of One Thousand and One… Chaima Distinguished by a birthmark. North African/French spelling Chakar The wheel Chakib Thankful. North African boys name Chalak Quick, agile, sharp Cham Al-Sham. The Levant, the blessed land Chamsi My sun. North African girls name Chand Chand, Moon, the luminous one who governs the night sky Chanda Chanda, Moon, the celestial light that governs night and tide Chandni Chandni, Moonlight, the soft luminosity that transforms the night Chanez Unique. Kabyle Berber girls name with no direct Arabic… Charaf Honour, nobility. North African/French spelling of Sharaf Chatia Coast, shore. From Arabic shatia (shore, coast) Chedia Fragrant. Tunisian girls name Cheikh Sheikh, spiritual leader. The Senegalese/French form of Sheikh Cheikhou Sheikh. Fula form with -ou suffix Cherifa Noble. North African spelling of Sharifa Chiragh Chiragh, Lamp, light, the flame that holds back the darkness Choaib Prophet Shuaib. Moroccan variant spelling Choukri Grateful. North African form related to Shukr Cigdem Crocus flower. Turkish çiğdem… Coumba Good omen, the good one… Cyra Cyra, Sun, throne, the Persian name of light and royal dignity Cyrus Cyrus the Great…

Daania The near, the close Daayan Judge; the one who administers justice Daim Daim, Eternal, perpetual, everlasting, the one who endures without end Daima Daima, Eternal, always, forever, the one who endures without end Dalal The gentle art of being indulged with love. From root d-l-l… Dalia Vine tendril, oleander, from d-l-y… Dalil Dalil. Guide, proof, the one who shows the way Dalila Guide, proof. Feminine of Dalil Dameer Dameer, Conscience, inner self, the deep interior voice of moral awareness Damir Conscience, inner mind Dana Pearl. From Arabic dana… Dania Near, close, easily reached, from root د-ن-و… Daniel God is my judge. From Hebrew Danish Knowledge, wisdom. From Persian danish (knowledge) Danisya Knowledge, wise Daniya Daniya, Near, close, the one who is accessible, within reach Daniyal Daniel. Prophet Daniyal in Islamic tradition… Daoud Prophet David. French and North African spelling Dareen Fragrant. From Dareen… Darine Fragrant. North African spelling of Dareen Darius One who holds firm the good Dariush Who holds good, who maintains goodness… Darwish Darwish, Dervish, the wandering Sufi seeker, poor before God Darwisy The Sufi seeker Darya Darya, Sea, ocean, the vast and inexhaustible depth Datu Chief, tribal leader Daud David. Short South Asian and Indonesian form of Dawud Dawood Dawood, Beloved, the one dearly loved, Prophet and King of Israel Dawud The Prophet David, from Arabic داوود (Dawud, David) Dayyan Dayyan, The judge, the ruler, the powerful one who governs with authority Deema Rain without thunder… Deen Religion, faith, way of life. From Arabic deen… Defne Laurel Deka The one who is favored, the good soul Delal Coquette, one who is dear and cherished Delara Heart-adorning Delaram Heart at rest Demir Iron Deniz Sea, ocean. From Turkish deniz (the sea) Derar Dirar ibn al-Azwar… Derya Ocean, sea, from Persian/Turkish دريا… Dewi Goddess of light. From Sanskrit/Javanese dewi… Dhafir Dhafir, Victorious, triumphant, the one who always succeeds Dhikr Remembrance of Allah, from root dh-k-r… Dhiyaa Dhiyaa, Radiance, light, the brilliant illuminating glow Dhiyab Wolves; the plural of dhib, the wolf Dhul The dual-spined sword. The name of Ali ibn Abi Talib sword… Dhul-Kifl The man of double share, the Quranic prophet of patience Dhulfiqar Dhulfiqar, The cleaver of vertebrae, the legendary sword of Ali ibn Abi Talib Dhulkifl The one of the pledge, from Arabic ذو الكفل… Diab Wolves. Plural of dhi'b (wolf) Diallo Fulani surname turned given name; one who is bold and honorable Dian Light, radiance. From Arabic diya (radiance, light) Dilan Of the heart Dilara One who fills and adorns the heart… Dilawar Dilawar, Brave-hearted, the one whose heart is full of courage Dilnoza Sweet to the heart, the one who sweetens the soul… Dilruba Dilruba, Heart-stealer, the one who captures every heart Dilshad Dilshad, Happy heart, the one whose heart is full of joy and contentment Dilyara Heart-adorning one Dima Gentle rain. From Arabic dayma… Dina Religious, the one of faith, from root d-y-n… Dinar Dinar, Gold coin, the name of worth, value and genuine currency Diyar Homelands, native places Djamel Beauty. The Algerian/Kabyle/Berber French spelling of Jamal Djamela Beautiful. Algerian -a ending variant of Djamila Djamila Beautiful. Algerian/French spelling of Jamila Djawad Jawad. Algerian French spelling Djemai Jamal. Kabyle Algerian spelling Djeneba Small pearl Djibril Jibreel. West African Fula dominant form Djouher Gem. Algerian girls name Donia World. Alternate Dounia spelling Donya The world Dorra Pearl. Tunisian girls name from Arabic durra… Douaa Supplication. North African/French spelling Dounia The present world, the lower life. From Arabic al-dunya… Dua Prayer, supplication. Direct conversation between soul and Lord Duha The forenoon, the bright morning light. Directly Quranic Duraid Duraid, The old and wise man, the experienced elder whose counsel is truth Durr Durr, Pearls, the rarest and most precious gems of the sea Durriya Durriya, Pearl-like, lustrous, she who shines with the radiance of pearls Duru Pure, clear Dzevad Bosniak form of Jawad: the generous

Ebrahim Ebrahim name meaning in Islam: Father of nations. The Persian and South African spelling Ebrar Righteous ones. Turkish girls name Ebru Paper marbling, the art of floating color on water… Ece Queen, elder. From Turkic ece (queen mother) Ecrin Gift, jewel Eda Graceful, courteous, well-mannered. From Turkish eda… Edin Worthy, the noble one… Edina Religion/Delightful. Bosnian feminine form of Edin… Ehan Ehan, Full moon, expected, the anticipated one who arrives complete Ehsan Ehsan, Excellence, perfection in doing good, the highest station of the religion Eisa Jesus, from Arabic عيسى (Eisa, the Quranic name of Jesus) Ela Ela, Hazel eyes, light, the girl of warm luminous colour Elan Announcement, proclamation. From Arabic i'lan (announcement) Elanur Hazel light. Turkish compound of ela (hazel) and nur (light) Elena Bright, shining. From Greek helene (torch, bright) Elham Divine inspiration, inspiration from the soul. From root l-h-m… Elias Prophet Ilyas (Elijah). The Western English spelling Elif Alif. The first letter of the Arabic alphabet… Elma Apple, fair beauty. Bosnian/Slavic form meaning apple… Elmas Elmas, Diamond, the hardest and most brilliant gem, formed under pressure Elmira The princess of the world Elnaz Grace of the land. From Persian el (land, people) + naz… Elvira Truthful, of true speech. From Old Spanish Elvira… Elyes Prophet Ilyas. Tunisian specific spelling Elyes Emaan Faith, belief, certainty… Emad Pillar, from root ain-m-d (amada, to be a pillar, to support) Emel Hope. The Turkish form of Amal (hope) Emilia Striving, eager to excel; from the Latin Aemilia Emina Faithful, trustworthy. Emine Aminah. Turkish Emine… Emir Prince, commander. From Arabic amir (prince, commander) Emira Princess Emirhan Prince Khan. Turkish compound: Emir (prince) + Han… Emre Love, devotion. From Turkic emre (affection, devotion) Enes Intimacy, warmth. Turkish form of Anas ibn Malik (RA) Engin Vast, like the deep ocean. From Turkish engin… Enise Enise, Intimate friend, Turkish form of Anisa, the warm companion Ensar Ensar, Helpers, Turkish boys name Erdal Manly, vigorous. From Turkish er (man) + dal (branch) Erdem Virtue, moral excellence, integrity. From Turkish erdem… Erkam Erkam, Turkish form of Arqam, the companion whose house was the first school of Islam Erkin Free Erlan Brave young man Erman Wish, aspiration. From Persian/Turkish arman… Esha Living well, the good life… Eshaal Eshaal, Flame of paradise flower, she who kindles the light Eshal Flower of paradise, the scented heavenly bloom… Esin Esin, Inspiration, the breeze of inspiration, she who brings creative illumination Esma Esma, Names, lofty qualities, Turkish form of Asma, she of many excellences Esmanur Name-light. Turkish compound esma (names) + nur (light) Esra Night Journey. Turkish form of Isra Essam Bond, safeguard, from root ain-s-m (isam, bond, safeguard) Eva Life, living, the Western form of حواء… Evin Love Evren Universe, cosmos. From Turkish evren (universe, the cosmos) Eylul September Eymen Eymen, Blessed, fortunate, Turkish form of Ayman, the man of the right hand Eyüp Eyüp, Job, the Prophet of patience, the one who endured all and was restored Ezel Pre-eternity, timelessness. From Arabic azal…

Faaiz Victorious, successful Faaizah Victorious, successful. From f-w-z (to succeed, win) Faarax Joy Faaris Horseman, knight Fadi Redeemer, the one who ransoms, from root f-d-y… Fadila Virtuous, excellent. Feminine of Fadil Fadl Grace, bounty of Allah, from root f-dh-l… Fadwa Devoted sacrifice, the one who redeems with herself… Faeq Outstanding, surpassing, the one who excels above all… Fahad Leopard. From f-h-d Fahd Leopard. Second maximum coverage Fahima Intelligent, quick-understanding to… Fahimeh Intelligent, the one who understands, from root f-h-m… Faiq Superior, outstanding Faiqa Outstanding, surpassing, the one who excels. From root ف-و-ق… Fairuz Turquoise. The Fairuz scholarly Arabic transliteration… Faisal The decisive judge. From f-s-l Faiz Grace, abundant blessing Faiza Victorious. Feminine form of Faiz Faizan Flowing bounty, overflowing grace. From Arabic faydh… Fajar Dawn. Indonesian spelling of Fajr Fajr Dawn, from root ف-ج-ر (fajara, to break forth, to dawn) Fakhra Fakhra, Pride, honour, she who is a source of pride to all who know her Fakhruddin Pride of the religion. Fakhr + al-Din Falah Falah, Success, prosperity, the ultimate flourishing in this life and the next Falak The celestial sphere, the spinning heavens. From Arabic فلك… Fanta Good, joyful, the good one. Used across Guinea, Senegal, Mali… Faouzia Victorious. West African spelling of Fawziyya Farah Joy. Directly Quranic Faraz Elevation, ascent, height Fardeen Unique, singular, the incomparable one. From root ف-ر-د… Fareeha Happy, joyful, from root ف-ر-ح (fariha, to rejoice) Farhad Farhad the hero… Farhan Happy, joyful, from root f-r-h (fariha, to be happy, joyful) Farhana Farhana, Joyful, the woman brimming with genuine happiness Faria Free, tall, joyous, from root ف-ر-و… Farid Farid, Unique, matchless, the singular one who has no equal Farida Unique, precious gem. From f-r-d (unique, one of a kind) Fariha Joyful, happy. Feminine of Farhan Faris Knight, horseman, the perceptive one, from root f-r-s… Fariz Exceptional, unique, outstanding, from root f-r-z… Farnaz Royal splendor. From Persian far (royal glory/splendor) + naz… Farooq Al-Faruq, the one who distinguishes truth from falsehood… Farrukh Happy, auspicious, of good omen. From Persian farrukh… Faryal Graceful, angel-beautiful; Persian Farzan Wise, the wise one. From Persian farzan (wise person) Farzana Wise, learned, intelligent Fateh Fateh, Opener, conqueror, the one who opens what was closed Fatemeh Fatimah. The Iranian/Persian dominant spelling Faten Captivating, from root f-t-n… Fath Opening, victory, from root ف-ت-ح… Fath Ali Shah Victory of ʿAlī, the king Fathi My victory, my opening. From fath (victory, opening) + ya (my) Fathima The pure. South Indian Muslim spelling of Fatima Fatih The Conqueror, the Opener, from f-t-h… Fatiha Fatiha, Opening, Al-Fatiha concept girls Fatima The shining, the weaned one… Fatima Fatima bint Asad (RA). The mother of Ali ibn Abi Talib (RA)… Fatimah The weaned one, the shining, the abstinent from evil… Fatimata Fatimah. The West African Fulani/Pular form with -ata suffix Fatimatu Fatimah. The Hausa West African form of Fatimah al-Zahra Fatma Fatimah. Turkish dominant spelling and North African short form Fatna Fatimah. Moroccan contracted form Fatna Fatoon Charming, fascinating… Fatou The pure one. West African Wolof/Fula/Mandinka form of فاطمة… Fatoumata Fatimah. Fula long form with -mata suffix Fatuma East African Swahili form of Fatima Fawad Heart, from root ف-أ-د… Fawaz Successful, achieving victory, from root f-w-z… Faycal Decisive. French and Senegalese spelling of Faisal Fayez Successful, the one who has won. Masculine of Faiza Fayha Fayha, Fragrant paradise Fayrouz Turquoise. From Persian/Arabic fayruz… Faysal Decisive, the judge. Alternate spelling of Faisal Fayyaz Fayyaz, Most generous, overflowing with bounty that knows no limit Fayza Victorious. Alternate Faiza spelling Fazal Fazal, Grace, divine bounty, what is given beyond what was earned Feeha In it, from Arabic فيها (Feeha/Fiha, in it, within it) Fella Jasmine. Algerian girls name from Arabic fulla (jasmine flower) Feras Knight, horseman. Levantine Arabic form of Faris… Fereshteh Angel. From Persian fereshta (angel) Feriel Noble banner. Tunisian girls name Feroz Feroz, Turquoise, victorious, the bright gem of the sky Feruza Turquoise. Uzbek/Tajik form of Fairouz Fida Self-sacrifice, from root f-d-y… Fikri Thinker, intellectual Firas Firas, Perceptive, intuitive, he who reads situations with uncanny accuracy Firdaous Paradise garden. North African/French spelling of Firdaus Firdaus Firdaus, Paradise, the highest garden of heaven Firdaws The highest garden of Paradise Firouzeh Turquoise. Iranian form of Fairouz/Feruza Firuz Shah Victorious king Firyal Noble flag, banner… Fitria Natural disposition, pure nature, from root f-t-r… Fiza Atmosphere, open sky, the vast expanse. From Arabic فضا… Foad Heart, the spiritual heart, from root f-a-d… Forough Radiance, light. From Persian forough (brightness, radiance) Forouzan Radiant, shining. From Persian forouzan (ablaze, radiant) Fouad Islamic name reading. See page for full meaning Fouzia Victorious. North African spelling of Fawzia Furkan The Criterion, the distinguisher of truth from falsehood… Furqan Furqan, The criterion, the divine separator of truth from falsehood

Gabriel Jibreel/Gabriel. The Archangel Gaith Rain, from root gh-y-th… Galil Majestic, magnificent. Al-Jalil (the Majestic) is a divine name Gamal Beauty. The Egyptian romanisation Ghada Young tender girl, graceful, from root gh-y-d… Ghadeer Stream, from root gh-d-r (ghadir, a small flowing stream) Ghaffar Ghaffar, Great forgiver, one of the divine names, the perpetual pardoner Ghafur Al-Ghafur (the All-Forgiving)… Ghaidaa Ghaidaa, Gentle and delicate, the tender woman of graceful softness Ghaith Rain that ends drought. From gh-y-th Ghala Precious, dear, expensive, from root gh-l-w… Ghali Precious, dear, from root gh-l-y… Ghalia Precious, dear, from root gh-l-w… Ghalib Ghalib, Victorious, the one who overcomes all opposition Ghanem Winner, prosperous, from root gh-n-m… Ghania Wealthy, the self-sufficient one, from root gh-n-y… Ghanim Ghanim, Successful, prosperous, the one who achieves and gains Ghassan Youth, vigor, water, from root gh-s-n… Ghassane Vigour. West African form of Ghassan Ghaylan Ghaylan, Forest, the one of deep natural power Ghazal Gazelle, and the love poetry named after it. From root غ-ز-ل… Ghazala Gazelle. Feminine form of Ghazal Ghazan The Ilkhanid sovereign of Iran whose conversion to Islam (1295) mad... Ghazi Warrior who fights in the way of Allah. From root gh-z-w… Ghazwan Raider, from root gh-z-w (ghazwan, one who raids for justice) Ghena Wealth, song, from root gh-n-y (ghana, to be wealthy, to sing) Ghina Wealth, self-sufficiency, freedom from need. From root gh-n-y… Ghinwa Song, the act of singing, from root gh-n-y (ghanna, to sing) Ghiyath Rescuer. From root gh-w-th Ghizlan Gazelles. Plural of ghazal (gazelle) Ghofran Divine forgiveness. North African form of Ghufran Ghofrane Divine forgiveness, from root gh-f-r (ghafara, to forgive) Ghosoun Tree branches, from root gh-s-n (ghusn, branch) Ghufran Forgiveness. From root gh-f-r Ghulam Ghulam, Servant, young man, the devoted one in service of the divine Gokce Sky, sky blue. From Turkish gok (sky) + ce (diminutive) Golnaz Flower face, the one with a face like a flower. Persian gol… Gulalai The bright flower, the tulip Gulanar Gulanar, Pomegranate flower, the brilliant blossom of the sacred fruit Gulchachak Flower-flower Gulmira Wondrous flower Gulnaar Pomegranate flower, from Persian گلنار… Gulnara Pomegranate flower; Persian-Turkic Gulnaz Rose fragrance, coy like a rose. From Persian/Urdu gul… Gulsanga Rock-flower, the wild flower Gulshan Gulshan, Rose garden, the one whose presence is a blooming garden Gulzar Gulzar, Rose garden, the one who cultivates beauty wherever he is Gulzhan Flower soul Gulsum Full-cheeked, the beloved…

Haadi The guide Habib Beloved. Al-Habib is the most tender title of the Prophet in… Habiba Beloved, the beloved one, from root h-b-b… Habibah Beloved. Malay/Singapore -ah form Hadeel Hadeel, Cooing dove Hadi Guide. Al-Hadi (the Guide) is a divine name Hadid Iron. Surah Al-Hadid (Chapter 57) Hadijat Khadijah. Alternate Hausa West African spelling with H initial… Hadil Hadil, Cooing, alternate Hadeel form Hadiya Gift, the one who guides, from root ه-د-ي… Hadjer Hagar. The Algerian girls spelling of Hajar Hafedh Guardian, memorizer of Quran. Tunisian -edh spelling of Hafiz Hafid Grandson Hafiz Guardian, memoriser of Quran… Hafsa Hafsa bint Umar ibn al-Khattab… Hafsah Hafsah name meaning in Islam: The guardian… Haider Lion. Title of Ali ibn Abi Talib Haifa Slender, graceful figure, from root h-y-f… Hairon The good one Haitham Young eagle. Alternate spelling of Haytham Hajar The mother of Ismail and the origin of the Hajj Hajra Hajar (AS). Mother of Ismail Hakan Khan of khans, emperor; Turkish royal title Hakim Al-Hakim (the All-Wise)… Hala Halo of the moon, radiance around light. From root h-l-l… Haleem The forbearing one Haleema Gentle, patient. Long-vowel South Asian spelling of Halima Halim Al-Halim (the Most Forbearing). Divine name Halima The forbearing, the gentle… Halimah Gentle, patient. Singapore/Malay -ah form of Halima Hamad Hamad, Praise, Gulf ruling family name Hamdah Hamdah, Praise, feminine form of Hamad Hamdan The praiser, full of praise, from root h-m-d (hamd, praise) Hamed Praiser, one who praises. Alternate spelling of Hamid Hamid The Praiser and the Praised… Hamna Hamna bint Jahsh. Companion, sister of Zainab (Prophet wife) Hamou Familiar form of Hamid/Ahmad… Hamza Hamza, Lion, the strongest companion, the Master of Martyrs Hamzah Lion, strong. -ah ending scholarly form of Hamza Hana Happiness, bliss, contentment, from root ه-ن-أ… Hanan Tender love, gentle affection, from root h-n-n… Hanane Tender love. The North African/French spelling of Hanan Haneen Longing, tender yearning, nostalgia, from root ح-ن-ن… Hani The one who is content, happy Hanifa Upright monotheist, one who turns away from all falsehood… Hanim Lady, noble woman. From Turkish hanim (lady, noblewoman) Hanin Longing, yearning, love-homesickness, from root h-n-n… Haniya Haniya, Happiness, pleasant, the one in whose company everything feels right Hannah Happiness, contentment, grace, from root ه-ن-أ… Hanouf Proud and graceful… Hareem The protected sanctuary. From h-r-m (sacred, inviolable) Haris Ploughman, cultivator, the one who cultivates. From root ح-ر-ث… Harith Cultivator, ploughman… Haroon Aaron. South Asian Urdu spelling of Harun Haroun Prophet Aaron. West African/Senegalese spelling Harun Aaron Haruna Aaron. Hausa form of Harun (AS) Harut The Quranic angel named at 2:102, sent to Babylon with Marut Hasan Beautiful, excellent… Haseeb The one who accounts Hashem Crusher of bread… Hashim The crusher, the breaker of bread, from root ه-ش-م… Hashir The gatherer, the one who assembles, from root ح-ش-ر… Hasnaa The beautiful one. Feminine superlative of hasan (beautiful) Hasnae The beautiful one. Moroccan -ae ending variant of Hasnaa Hasnah Goodness, beauty. Malay -ah form Hasnain The two beautiful ones. Dual form of حسن (Hassan) Hassaan Extremely beautiful; deeply praised Hassen Beautiful. The Tunisian spelling of Hassan Hatem Generous, the inevitable, from root h-t-m… Hatice Khadijah. The Turkish form Hatim Hatim, The decisive, the legendary model of Arab generosity Hauwa Eve. The Nigerian Hausa form of Hawwa (Eve) Hawa Eve. The East African Swahili spelling Hawo The mother of humanity Hawwa Wife of Adam (AS), mother of humanity Haya Modesty and life… Hayat Life, from root h-y-y (hayiya, to live) Hayder Lion. Alternate Pakistani spelling of Haider Haytham Young eagle, lion cub, from root h-y-th (haytham, young eagle) Hayyan Hayyan, The vibrant, the one who is fully alive Hazal Hazel tree, autumn colours. Turkish hazal… Hazem Decisive, firm in judgement, from root h-z-m… Haziq Intelligent, skilled, expert, from root h-dh-q… Heba Gift. From Arabic hiba (a gift freely given) Helin The nest Hendra Champion, great man. From Javanese/Indonesian hendra… Hessa Gift, share, divinely appointed portion. From Arabic حصة… Hiba Gift, the divine bestowment, from root ه-ب-و… Hibah Gift. H-ending spelling Hicham Generous, noble. North African/French spelling of Hisham Hidayah Divine guidance, from root h-d-y (hada, to guide) Hidayat Guidance Hifza Divine protection, preservation, from root ح-ف-ظ… Hijab Veil, barrier. Quranic concept girls name Hikmat Wisdom, from root h-k-m… Hilal Crescent moon. 'They ask you about the new moons (ahilla) Hina Henna, fragrant blossom Hind A classical Arabian name… Hind bint Utba The wife of Abu Sufyan… Hira The Cave of Hira… Hisham Hisham, The generous, the great Umayyad Caliph Hoda Guidance Hodan The prosperous one Hoor The houris. Quranic paradise maidens with beautiful wide eyes Hoorain Two celestial maidens, dual form of حور… Hooriya Celestial being, from Arabic حورية… Hosni Of beauty, of goodness, from root h-s-n… Hossain Husain ibn Ali. The Prophet grandson, son of Ali and Fatimah… Hossam Sword of truth. Egyptian/Levantine boys name Hossein Husain. Second Persian/Iranian coverage Houda Guidance. The North African/French spelling of Huda Houra Houris. Iranian and North African French spelling Houssam Sword of truth. North African/French spelling of Hussam/Husam Hud The Prophet Hud (AS). Sent to the people of Ad… Huda Divine guidance, from root h-d-y (hada, to guide) Hudhayfah Keeper of secrets. Scholarly Arabic spelling of Huzaifah… Hujurat The Rooms. Surah Al-Hujurat (Chapter 49) Huma The bird of paradise. From Persian huma… Humayun Humayun, Blessed, auspicious, the name of the great Mughal Emperor Humza Lion Hunayn ibn Ishaq Master Translator of the Bayt al-Ḥikma. Ḥunayn… Husain Hussain. The scholarly Arabic one-n transliteration Husam Sword of truth. Gulf and Egyptian spelling Husayn Beautiful, little Hasan. Imam Husayn ibn Ali… Huseyin Hussain. The Turkish transliteration without umlaut… Hussam Sharp sword Hussein The Prophet grandson… Huthaifa Hudhayfa ibn al-Yaman… Huzaifa Huzaifa, The keeper of secrets, trusted with what no one else was told Huzaifah The keeper of secrets, the trusted intimate. From root ح-ذ-ف… Hyder Ali Lion ʿAli

Ibn al-Baytar The great botanist-pharmacist of the medieval world… Ibn al-Nafis The Discoverer of Pulmonary Circulation… Ibn Bajjah Avempace, the first Andalusian philosopher… Ibn Battuta The greatest traveller of the medieval world. Son of Baṭṭūṭa… Ibn Hanbal Imām Ahl al-Sunna, Imam of the People of the Sunna… Ibn Kathir Al-Ḥāfiẓ al-Mufassir, The Hadith Master and Exegete… Ibn Khaldun Founder of the sciences of society. Son of Khaldun… Ibn Rushd Averroes, the Commentator on Aristotle. Son of Rushd… Ibn Sina al-Shaykh al-Raʾīs, The Chief Master (Avicenna)… Ibn Tufail Author of Hayy ibn Yaqdhan. Son of Ṭufayl, small child… Ibn Zuhr Avenzoar, the master clinician of al-Andalus… Ibou Ibrahim/Yusuf. Senegalese affectionate short form Ibraheem Father of nations… Ibrahim Abraham. Khalilullah (Friend of Allah)… Ibrahima Ibrahim. The Fula/Mande West African form with final -a Ibtihaj Joy, delight, from root b-h-j (baha, to be joyful) Ibtisam Ibtisam, A smile, the gentle brightness that changes the quality of a room Idil The perfect one, the just one Idris Raised to a high station. Idris (AS)… Ihab Gift, from root w-h-b (wahaba, to gift) Ihsan Excellence, doing good, from root h-s-n… Ihsane Excellence. Moroccan -e ending form of Ihsan Ihsanullah Excellence of Allah… Ikhlas Sincerity. Surah Al-Ikhlas (Chapter 112) Ikram Honour, generosity. From root k-r-m Ilaf Covenant, familiarity. Directly Quranic Ilayda Water fairy, the fairy of water. From Turkish ilayda… Ilham Divine inspiration, from root l-h-m (alhama, to inspire) Ilhan Divine inspiration, illumination from God… Ilias Prophet Ilyas. Greek/Balkan/Western spelling Iliyas Prophet Ilyas. Alternate Pakistani spelling with i-before-l Illiyeen The highest heaven, the loftiest station. From root ع-ل-و… Ilnur Light of the homeland; Tatar Iltutmish Holder of the realm Ilyana My God has answered, the divine response… Ilyas Elijah. The Prophet Ilyas (AS)… Ilyes Prophet Ilyas. Kabyle/Algerian Berber spelling Imad Pillar, support, from root ain-m-d… Iman Faith, from root a-m-n (amana, to believe, to have faith) Imane Faith. Moroccan/French -e ending spelling of Iman Imran Amram. Surah Al-Imran (Chapter 3) Imrane Family of Imran. French/Moroccan spelling Inal A name of the Adyghe nobility Inara Illumination, from root n-w-r (anara, to illuminate) Inas Friendliness, sociability… Inaya Inaya, Divine care, she who is held in God's attention Ines Friendly, sociable… Insaf Justice, fairness. From root n-s-f (to be fair, equitable) Insan The Human. Surah Al-Insan (Chapter 76)… Intan Diamond. From Malay/Indonesian intan (diamond) Intisar Intisar, Victory, second max coverage Ipek Silk. From Turkish ipek (silk) Iqbal Prosperity, advancing towards, from root q-b-l… Iqra Read!. First word revealed to Prophet: 'Iqra! In the name of… Iram Iram of the Pillars… Irdina A modern Malay name; the one who guides Irem Iram/Irem. The legendary garden of paradise Irfan Mystical knowledge, gnosis, from root ain-r-f… Irhaa Serenity, tranquility, release into peace. From root ر-ه-و… Irtiza Divine acceptance, the pleasing choice Isa Jesus. South Asian, Swahili… Isabella Devoted to God. From Hebrew Elisheba Isha The evening, the night prayer, from root ain-sh-w… Ishaq Isaac. The Prophet Ishaq (AS), son of Ibrahim (AS) and Sarah… Ishraq Sunrise, the radiance of rising, from root sh-r-q… Iskandar Alexander Ismail Son of Ibrahim and Hajar, the prophet who submitted fully… Ismail Samani Ismail of the Samanids Isra The Night Journey. Surah Al-Isra (Chapter 17) Israfil The angel of the trumpet. Allah's herald of the Hour Issam Safeguard, bond, from root ain-sad-meem… Iyad Strength, power, from root a-y-d… Iyadh Strong refuge, the place of safetyd… Izaan Obedience, submission, willing acceptance. From root ذ-ع-ن… Izhar Manifestation… Izzat Honour, power, dignity, from root ain-za-za…

Jabbar Jabbar, Mighty, the Compeller, one of the divine names of overwhelming power Jaber Comforter. Gulf spelling of Jabir Jabir One who heals, who sets bones. Jabir ibn Abdullah (RA)… Jabr Restoration, the setting of broken bones… Jad Serious, earnest; also gift from God, from root j-w-d… Jafar Stream. Imam Jafar al-Sadiq (699-765)… Jahangir Jahangir, World-conqueror, the Mughal Emperor whose name shaped an era Jalal Jalal, Majesty, glory, the overwhelming greatness that commands awe Jalal ad-Din Majesty of the faith Jalil Jalil, Sublime, majestic, one of great importance and stature Jamal Beauty. Directly Quranic: 'For you in them is beauty (jamal)'… Jamila Beautiful, handsome, from root j-m-l (jamala, to be beautiful) Jamshaid The mythical Persian king of light Jana Fruit, the harvest of a tree, from root j-n-y… Janna Paradise. The 4-letter Janna alternate Jannah Paradise, the eternal garden, from root ج-ن-ن… Jarir Companion poet… Jarrar Jarrar, Powerful, formidable, the one who commands and leads armies Jasim Great, magnificent, from root j-s-m… Jasmin Jasmine Jasmine Jasmine flower. The Western Muslim dominant spelling Jasur Brave, courageous. From Arabic jasur Javad Generous. The Iranian Persian romanisation of Jawad Javed Javed, Eternal, immortal, the one who lives forever in impact Javeria Form of Juwayriyya, wife of the Prophet Jawad Generous, noble, from root j-w-d… Jawahir Jawahir, Jewels, the woman who contains within her the most precious things Jawhar Essence, gem, the core substance, from root j-w-h-r… Jawhara Gem, jewel. Feminine of Jawhar Jian Life Jibran Restorer, the one who repairs, from root ج-ب-ر… Jibreel The angel Gabriel… Jibril Angel Jibreel/Jibril… Jihad Jihad, Striving, the sacred effort of the believer in every domain of life Jihan World. From Persian jahan (world) Jinan Gardens, paradise. Plural of janna (garden) Jood Generosity. 3-letter form Joud Generosity. The pure noun form of joud Joudy Generosity, from root j-w-d (jada, to be generous) Jouhayna Young gazelle, small Jahina. From the tribal name Juhaina Joumana Silver pearls. From Arabic jumana (silver pearls) Jouri Red rose, rose water. From Arabic juri… Jubair Companion Jubayr ibn Mut'im… Jumana Silver pearls. Gulf spelling Jumanah Jumanah, Silver pearl, the rarest and most precious luminous gem Jumla A whole, in sum, completeness. From Arabic jumla… Junaid Al-Junaid al-Baghdadi (830-910). The Sheikh of Sufis… Juri Rose. From Persian/Arabic juri… Juwayriyah Little woman. Diminutive of jaria (woman)

Kaan Emperor, ruler of rulers Kabir Kabir, Great, immense, one of the divine names of overwhelming greatness Kadiatou Khadijah. The Guinean form Kadiatou Kadir The Powerful Kadja Khadijah. Togolese and Beninese form Kahf The Cave. Surah Al-Kahf (Chapter 18) Kaif Delight, high spirits, joyful elation, from Arabic كيف… Kainaat Kainaat, Universe, all of creation, the woman who contains the cosmos Kainat The universe, all of creation. From kawn (existence, universe) Kairat Blessings, good deeds Kairo Cairo. Kais Firm. Qays ibn al-Mulawwah, the poet who became 'Majnun Layla Kalima The Word, from root k-l-m (kalima, word, divine speech) Kalthoum Kulthum. The French transliteration alternate Kamal Perfection. Directly Quranic: 'Today I have perfected… Kambar The one who binds Kamil Perfect, complete, from root k-m-l… Kamila Perfect, complete Kamol Perfection. Uzbek/Tajik form of Kamal Kamola Perfect, complete, the one of total wholeness… Kamran Prosperous, successful, fortunate. From Persian kamran… Kanat Wing, support Kaneez Maidservant, devoted servant Kanshaubiy Prince of the blood Kanwal Lotus flower. From Urdu/Sanskrit kanwal Kanz Kanz, Treasure, the hidden wealth that exceeds all visible riches Kanza Treasure. From Arabic kanz (hidden treasure) Karam Generosity, nobility, from root k-r-m… Kardo A Kurdish name derived from the ancient Carduchi tribe Kareem Al-Karim (the Most Generous, the Honourable). A divine name Karim Generous. The 4-letter Karim spelling capturing… Karim Khan The generous sovereign Karima Noble, generous. Feminine form of Karim (Al-Karim divine name) Karrar The one who charges again and again, the unstoppable warrior… Kashaf Unveiling, revelation Kashif The one who discovers, reveals. From k-sh-f Kausar Kausar, The Abundant, the river of paradise given to the Prophet Kaveh Kaveh the Blacksmith… Kawa The blacksmith Kawa, legendary Kurdish hero of Nowruz Kawkab Star, planet. From Arabic kawkab Kawtar Al-Kawthar. Fourth spelling variant capturing Moroccan and… Kawthar Abundance, the river of paradise… Kawther Abundance. Levantine spelling of Kawthar Kaya Rock Kayan Being, entity, existence, from root k-w-n… Kaysan Wise, clever, the sharp-minded one, from root k-y-s… Kenan Stable, firm. From Arabic Kanan… Kenza Treasure. Moroccan dominant form (Kenza) vs Algerian (Kanza) Kerem Generosity, nobility, magnanimity, from root ك-ر-م… Kerim Turkish form of Karim: generous, noble Khabbab Quick, lively, from root خ-ب-ب (khabbaba, to be quick, lively) Khadidiatou Wolof form of Khadijah Khadija The first believer. The 6-letter spelling without the final h Khadijah The first believer. Khadijah bint Khuwaylid (RA)… Khadijat Khadijah. The West African form with the final -t Khair Good, goodness, from root kh-y-r (khayr, good, goodness) Khairul The best of Khaled Eternal. French and North African spelling of Khalid Khalid Eternal, immortal, from root kh-l-d… Khalifa Vicegerent, successor… Khalil Friend, intimate companion, from root kh-l-l… Khalilullah Friend of Allah. The full title of Ibrahim (AS) Khamzat Chechen form of Hamza: lion, steadfast Khansa Al-Khansa bint Amr. The greatest poetess in Arab history Khatija Khatija, Premature child, first wife of the Prophet, greatest woman of her era Khattab The eloquent orator, the one who addresses. From root kh-t-b… Khawaja Khawaja, Master, lord, the honoured teacher and guide Khawla The young deer, the graceful one, from root kh-w-l… Khawlah Doe, young gazelle Khawlah The warrior. Khawlah bint al-Azwar (RA) was the greatest… Khayyam Khayyam, Tent-maker, name of the great Persian poet of the Rubaiyat Kheir Goodness. North African/French spelling Kheireddine Goodness of the religion. Khayr + al-Din Khelil Friend of Allah. Algerian/Kabyle spelling of Khalil Khidr Al-Khidr (the Green One)… Kholoud Eternal, immortal, from root kh-l-d (khalada, to be eternal) Khouloud Eternity. Alternate spelling of Kholoud Khoury Community leader, deacon. From Arabic khuri… Khurram Khurram, Cheerful, joyous, the man of radiant, happy character Khursheed The sun; Persian khorshid Khwaja Master, lord, honoured teacher; Persian Kian Foundation, essence, king Kianoush Everlasting sweetness Kiara Bright, clear, luminous… Kiarash Lordly, regal. From Persian kia (lord, master) + rash (regal) Kinza Hidden treasure Kiran Ray of light, beam of sunlight. From Sanskrit/Persian/Urdu کرن… Kiyan Being, essence, sovereign existence. From Arabic/Persian كيان… Kourosh Persian form of Cyrus; the founder of the Persian Empire Kulsoom Full-cheeked, beloved. South Asian Urdu spelling of Kulsum Kulsum Kulsum, The chubby-cheeked, title of Umm Kulthum, daughter of the Prophet Kulthum Full-cheeked, rounded face. From kulthum…

Labib Intelligent. From l-b-b (the inner kernel of understanding) Laiba Heavenly beauty, the beauty of the celestial maidens… Laila Laila name meaning in Islam: Night. The most common alternative spelling globally Lailat The night, from Arabic ليلة (Layla/Lailat, night, the night) Laith Laith, Lion, the powerful, courageous one who defends the weak Laleh Tulip. From Persian laleh (tulip) Lama Dark soft lips, from Arabic لمى… Lamar Gold, luminous brightness, from root l-m-r… Lameen The trustworthy. West African contraction of Al-Amin Lamees Lamees, Soft to the touch, the woman of tender, delicate touch Lamia Shining, dark-lipped beauty, from root l-m-y… Lamiae Shining dark beauty. Moroccan -ae ending form of Lamia Lamine Al-Amin (the Trustworthy). West African form Lamya Dark-lipped beauty, from root l-m-y… Lara Cheerful, bright. Laraib Without doubt, the undoubted one. From Arabic لا ريب… Latif Al-Latif (the Subtle, the Gentle). A divine name Latifa Gentle, subtle, kind. Feminine of Latif Latifah Gentle. South Asian h-ending spelling Layal Nights, plural of night. From Arabic layal… Layali Nights. The plural of layla (night) Layan Soft, gentle, tender, from root l-y-n… Layla Night. Layla and Majnun: the most immortal love story of… Layth Lion, from root l-y-th… Leen Soft, gentle, tender, from root l-y-n (lana, to be soft) Leila Night. Comprehensive hub page for the Leila spelling… Lejla Night. The Bosnian dominant spelling of Layla Lena Tender palm. European short form of Magdalena/Helena… Leyla Leyla name meaning in Islam: Night. The Turkish spelling of the beloved name Lhaj The Pilgrim. Moroccan naming tradition of calling a man Lhaj… Lian Soft, gentle. From Arabic lian (softness, gentleness) Lina Tender palm, soft, from root l-y-n… Liyana Soft, gentle, tender, from root ل-ي-ن… Liyaqat Liyaqat, Worthiness, capability, the one who is truly deserving and able Loay Shield. Alternate Louay form Lokman The name of the wise man of Surah Luqman Lotfi Lotfi, My gentle, North African boys Louay Shield, the one who shields and defends. From root l-w-y… Loubna Storax tree. Arabic lubna… Loubnan Lebanon. The land of the white mountains… Louiza Louisa. The Algerian Kabyle/Berber Muslim girls name Loujain Silver. Alternate spelling of Lujain used in North African and… Lounes Prophet Yunus. Kabyle Algerian boys form Lounes Luay Shield, the protector, from Arabic لؤي… Lubaba Essence, the innermost, the pure core, from root ل-ب-ب… Lubabah Essence. Deeper content page for Lubabah Luban Frankincense. From Aramaic/Arabic luban… Lubna Lubna, Storax tree, the fragrant tree of lasting quality Lucas Light-bearer. From Latin lux (light) Lujain Silver, from Arabic لجين (lujain, silver) Lujaina Silver. Alternate spelling of Lujain with the feminine ta… Lulwa Pearl. From Arabic lu'lu (pearl) Luna Moon. From Latin luna (moon) Luqman Luqman al-Hakim. Surah Luqman (31) Lut Lot. The Prophet Lut (AS)… Lutfi Lutfi, Kind, gentle, the one of subtle, refined kindness Lyes Prophet Ilyas. Alternate Kabyle/Berber spelling Lyes Lyla Night. The Western Muslim romanisation variant of Layla/Leila

Maarij Ways of ascent. Surah Al-Maarij (70) Maaz Refuge, the one who seeks protection. From root ain-w-dh… Mabalindeg The generous one Madiha The praised, the one deserving praise. From root m-d-h… Madina The blessed city Maha Beautiful eyes, the oryx, from Arabic مها… Mahad The one worthy of praise Maham Moon-phase, full moon quality. From Persian mah (moon) + am Mahdi The rightly guided, the guided one, from root h-d-y… Maheen Fine, delicate, like the moon, from root م-ه-ن… Maher Expert, skilled, adept, from root m-h-r… Mahir Mahir, Skilled, expert, the master of his craft Mahira Skilled, expert, gifted, talented, feminine of ماهر… Mahjabin One whose forehead is like the moon Mahmoud Islamic name reading. See page for full meaning Mahnoor Moonlight, from Persian ماه (mah, moon) + نور (noor. Light) Mahsa Like the moon. From Persian mah (moon) + sa (like) Maimouna Blessed. Senegalese and Guinean form of Maymunah Maimunah Blessed, safe. Malay/Singapore standard form Maira Moon, the amazing one. From Urdu/Persian maira… Maisam Mark, brand of beauty, from root w-s-m (wasama, to mark) Maisara Maisara, Ease, comfort, the one who brings ease to every situation Maisarah Ease, comfort, divine wellbeing, from root y-s-r… Maissa Walking with grace. North African/French spelling of Maysa Majid Glorious, noble… Malaika Angels. Plural of malak (angel) Malak Angel. From Arabic malak (angel, messenger) Maleeka Queen. South Asian doubled-e spelling Malek King, sovereign Malik Malik, King, master, the possessor of sovereignty and authority Malik ibn Anas Imām Dār al-Hijra, Imam of the City of Migration… Malik Shah King of kings Malika Queen, ruler. Feminine of Malik (king) Mamadou Muhammad. The dominant West African compressed form Mamdouh Praised, from root m-d-h (madaha, to praise) Mamun The trusted, the one given safekeeping Manahil Springs of water, plural of manhal… Manal Manal, Attainment, achievement, she who reaches what others cannot Manar Lighthouse, beacon, from root n-w-r (nur, light) + man… Mansa Musa King Mūsā Mansour Victorious, the one aided to victory, from root n-s-r… Mansur Mansur, Victorious, helped by God, the divinely aided one who prevails Maram Wishes, aspirations, aims, from root r-w-m… Mardhiyah Pleasing to Allah. Malay/Indonesian form of Mardiyya Mariam Maryam. The Levantine, Egyptian… Mariama Maryam. The Fula/Mande West African form with -a suffix Mariem Maryam. The North African and French-speaking Muslim community… Marissa Of the sea Mariyah Radiant white. Mariyah al-Qibtiyya (RA)… Mariyam Mary. Indian subcontinent spelling variant of Maryam Marjona Coral Marouane Marwan. North African/French spelling Marut The Quranic angel named at 2:102, companion of Harut Marvi Heroine of the Sindhi folk tale of the pure girl who refused a king Marwa Islamic name reading. See page for full meaning Marwan Silex stone, flint, from root m-r-w… Maryam Maryam, Mary, the only woman named in the Quran, mother of Eisa Mateen Al-Mateen (the Firm). Divine name Mawaddah Love, deep affection, from root و-د-د… Maya Water, generous gift. From Arabic maya… Mayar Standard, measure, the scale of excellence. From Arabic ميار… Maymouna Blessed. West African Fula/Mande form of Maymuna bint… Maymuna Maymuna, Blessed, auspicious, she who brings blessing wherever she goes Maymunah Blessed, fortunate, from root ي-م-ن (yamana, to be blessed) Maysa Walking with pride and grace, from root م-ي-س… Mazin Rain-carrying cloud; a name of pre-Islamic Arab tribes Medhi The guided one. European/Western adapted spelling Medina The radiant city of the Prophet; Bosniak and Chechen girl name Meerab Chief of water, master of water distribution… Mehak Fragrance. From Urdu mehak Mehdi The Guided One. French and North African spelling of Mahdi Meher Kindness, the sun, love, from Persian مهر… Mehernaz Graceful kindness, from Persian مهرناز… Meherunissa Benevolence of women. From Persian mehr… Mehmed The most praised. Ottoman Turkish classical form of محمد… Mehmet The dominant Turkish form of Muhammad Mehnaz Moon-like grace, from Persian مهناز… Mehreen Sun, kindness, affection. From Persian mehr… Mehwish Moonlike beauty, from Persian/Urdu مہوش… Melek Angel. From Arabic mala'ika (angels) Melia Melia, Work Melisa Melisa, Honey bee Meltem The summer breeze Memet Uyghur folk form of Muhammad Memoona Blessed, safe. Pakistani Urdu spelling of Maymunah Meral Meral, Gazelle, Turkish girls name Meriam Maryam. Third North African coverage Meriem Maryam. The Algerian and broader North African spelling variant Merima Bosnian form of Maryam Mert Brave, manly, a real man. From Turkish mert… Meruet Coral, precious stone Merve Al-Marwa. Turkish form of Marwa Meryem The mother of Jesus, the only woman named in the Quran Meshaal A torch, a flame of light Mikaeel Mikaeel, Michael, the angel of rain and provision who sustains all life Mikael The archangel Mikail Mikail The Angel Mika'il (Michael)… Milad Birthday, birth. From Arabic/Persian milad (birthday, birth) Mina Harbour of safety, gemstone, from Arabic مينا… Minahil Pure spring water, paradise nectar. From m-n-h-l… Minal Attainment, gift, from root n-y-l… Minha A divine grant, a gift given freely, from root m-n-h… Minhaj The clear path, the open way, from root ن-ه-ج… Miqdad The valiant Mira Prosperous, abundant Miral Gazelle, light, shining, from Arabic ميرال… Miray Like the moon Mirela Admirable, wonderful… Miriam Miriam name meaning in Islam: Mary. The Hebrew form widely used by Muslim communities Mirna Mirna, Tender, Levantine girls name Mirsad The watchtower, the lookout Mirza Prince, secretary. From Persian mir (prince) + za (born of) Misbah Lamp, lantern. Directly Quranic Mishal Torch, flame, from root sh-ain-l… Mishari The bee, or a rising elevation Misk Musk. Directly Quranic Mizan The Scale, the balance, from root و-ز-ن (wazana, to weigh) Modou Muhammad. The Wolof form of Muhammad, the Prophet's name Mohammad The praised one. Mohammad is the Persian, Afghan… Mohammed The praised one… Mohamud The praised one, from the same root as Muhammad Mohinur Moonlight. Uzbek mohi (moon) + nur (light) Mohra A young mare, a filly Mohsen Doer of good, benefactor. From Arabic muhsin… Mohsin Benefactor, the doer of beautiful good deeds. From root ح-س-ن… Moiz The one who gives honour, who bestows dignity. From root ع-ز-ز… Mokhtar Islamic name reading. See page for full meaning Mokhtaria The chosen Momina Believing woman, woman of faith Mona Wishes, hopes. Egyptian Arabic short form of Muna Moosa Moosa name meaning in Islam: Moses. The South Asian and East African spelling Moosa The Prophet Musa Morteza Content, chosen, the pleasing one. From Arabic murtada… Mostafa The Chosen One. Iranian and Egyptian dominant spelling Moubarak Blessed. West African French spelling of Mubarak Mouhamad Mouhamad, Muhammad, variant West African form Mouhamadou Muhammad. The Fula form with -adou suffix Mouhamed Muhammad. The West African variant with ou-spelling… Moulay My lord. From Arabic mawla (master, lord, friend) Moumine The believer. North African/French spelling of Mumin Mouna Wish, hope. North African/French spelling of Mona Mounir Radiant, shining. North African/French spelling of Munir Mounira Luminous. The feminine form with -a ending… Mounsef Mounsef, Impartial, Tunisian boys name Mourad The desired, wished-for. North African spelling of Murad Moussa Prophet Moses. West African and North African spelling Moustapha The Chosen One. The West African dominant spelling of Mustafa Movsar Chechen name: esteemed, weighty Mozah A banana; a beautiful sweetness Muaaz Refuge. Alternate Pakistani spelling with uu-aa Muad Refuge. The Dune-inspired + short romanisation Muadh Refuge. Classic Arabic spelling Muammar Long-lived, the builder, the one who populates and builds… Muawiyah Barking dog, the one who can protect, from root ع-و-ي… Muazzam Glorified, held in great honour, from root ع-ظ-م… Mubarak Blessed, the blessed one, from root b-r-k (baraka, to bless) Mubashar Bringer of good news, the herald of glad tidings… Mubin Clear, manifest; the Quranic mubin Mudassar Wrapped, covered. Title of the Prophet in Surah Al-Muddaththir… Mueen Helper, supporter, the one who aids, from root ع-و-ن… Muhammad Muhammad, The Most Praised, the name of the Prophet, the seal of prophethood Muhammed Muhammed name meaning in Islam: The Most Praised. Common South Asian and Turkish variant Muhammet The Praised. Alternate Turkish spelling of Muhammad with… Muhyi Giver of Life… Muizz The bestower of honour Mujahid Mujahid, The striver, the one who gives his total effort in the path of God Mujeeb Al-Mujeeb. Divine name Mujtaba Chosen, divinely selected, from root j-t-b… Mukhtar Chosen, selected, from root kh-t-r… Mulk Dominion. Surah Al-Mulk (Chapter 67) Mumtaz The distinguished one Muna Wishes, desires, hopes, from root م-ن-و… Muneeba Returning to Allah, from root n-w-b… Munib Returning to Allah. From a-n-b Munir Munir, Luminous, shining, the one who radiates light upon all around him Munira The one who gives light Munirah Shining, luminous, the one who illuminates. From root n-w-r… Munkar The angel of the grave who questions the dead Muqtadir The powerful, the all-capable Murad Desired, the one who is desired, from root r-w-d… Murat Desired, wished for, the fulfilled longing. From root ر-و-د… Murtaza The one Allah is pleased with, from root ر-ض-و… Musa Moses. The most mentioned prophet in the Quran… Musab Musab, The untamed, the noble, the young companion who first taught Madinah Islam Musaddiq Confirmer, verifier, from root s-d-q… Muskaan Smile Muslim ibn Hajjaj Imām al-Muḥaddithīn, Imam of the Hadith Scholars… Muslimah Muslim woman. From Arabic muslimah… Mustafa The Chosen One… Mustansir The one who seeks help in Allah Mustapha The chosen. North African and French-Muslim spelling of مصطفى… Mustasim The one who seeks Allah's protection Mutadid The one strengthened by Allah Mutasim The one who holds fast to Allah for protection Mutawakkil The one who trusts in Allah Muzammil Enwrapped, wrapped in a cloak…

Naama Blessing, softness, the quality of divine favour… Naba Great news, the momentous announcement. From root ن-ب-أ… Nabeeha The noble, the awakened Nabeel Noble, clever. South Asian spelling with double-e… Nabil Noble, accomplished, intelligent, from root n-b-l… Nabila Noble. Second maximum coverage Nabilah Noble, intelligent, from root n-b-l… Nada Morning dew, generosity, from root n-d-w… Nadeem Companion, intimate friend, from n-d-m… Nader Rare, precious. Iranian/French spelling of Nadir Nader Shah The rare king Nadhir The warner Nadhirah One who is fresh, blossoming Nadia Caller, morning dew, from root n-d-w… Nadin Caller, announcer, from root n-d-y… Nadine Caller, summoner. French and Levantine form of Nadia/Nida Nadir Rare, precious, from root n-d-r… Naeem Paradise itself as a name. From n-ain-m (ni'ma, bliss) Naeema Blessed, in bliss, the one of divine comfort. From root ن-ع-م… Nafeesa Precious, invaluable, of great worth, from root ن-ف-س… Naffees Precious. South Asian spelling of Nafis Nafisa Precious, invaluable… Nahed Rising, developing, from root n-h-d… Nahl The Bee. Surah An-Nahl (Chapter 16) Nahyan The one who forbids, who commands against wrongdoing… Naif Elevated, exalted Naila Attaining, achieving, from root n-y-l… Nailah The one who attains, achiever, from root n-y-l… Naim Naim name meaning: Naim, Bliss, second max coverage Naima Naima, Ease, comfort, bliss, the woman of paradise-like tranquility Naira Radiant, brilliant, shining, from root ن-ي-ر… Najat Salvation, from root n-j-w (najaa, to be saved) Najm Star. From Arabic najm (star) Najma Najma, Star, the guiding light in the sky of the soul Najoua Whispered secret. North African/French spelling of Najwa Najwa Whispered secret, intimate private conversation… Nakir The angel of the grave, companion of Munkar Nangyalai The one who values honor Naoufel The generous, the sea. North African/French spelling of Nawfal Nargiz Narcissus flower, from Persian نرگس… Naseem The gentle breeze. South Asian + Gulf spelling of Nassim Naser al-Din Shah Helper-of-the-faith king Nashit Active, energetic Nasim Fresh breeze. Scholarly short-vowel spelling of Naseem Nasir Nasir, Helper, the one who aids and supports, the divine helper in human form Nasr Victory. Directly Quranic Nasreen Wild rose, white rose. From Persian nasrin… Nasri My victory, my aid from Allah, from root n-s-r… Nasrin Wild rose. The standard Iranian romanisation Nasser Helper, supporter. Alternate doubled-s spelling of Nasir Nassim The gentle breeze. From Arabic nasim… Nassima Gentle breeze. Feminine of Nassim Naveed Good news. From Persian naveed (glad tidings) Nawaf High, towering, from root n-w-f… Nawal Gift, the act of giving, from root n-w-l… Nawaz Nawaz. Cherisher, the one who nurtures and favours others Nawfal The sea, the overflowing generous one, from root ن-و-ف… Nayab Rare, unique. From Persian nayab Nayef Exalted, generous, the promontory. From root n-y-f… Nayel Achiever, the one who attains, from root ن-ي-ل… Nayera Luminous. From nayyer (luminous, bright) Nayla Achiever. Second maximum Naylah The achiever. Gulf h-ending spelling variant Naz Delicate charm, coy grace Nazan The delicate, the graceful Nazanin Darling, beloved, the cherished one. From Persian nazanin… Nazgul Delicate flower Nazha Purity, pleasant outing, refreshing, from root n-z-h… Nazia Pride, self-respect, graceful dignity, from root ن-و-ز… Nazira Equal, matchless companion Nazlan The coquettish Nazli Coy, delicate, the one who plays the coquette… Ndeye Lady, the great one. From Wolof ndeye (mother, the great lady) Nedim Intimate companion, drinking companion. From root n-d-m… Negar Beloved, picture. From Persian negar… Nehir River. Turkish from Arabic nahr Nermin Soft, delicate Neslihan Noble generation. From Turkish nesil (generation) + han… Nesrin Wild rose. Turkish and Persian spelling of نسرين… Nessrine Wild rose. North African/French spelling of Nasreen Nida Call, divine voice. From n-d-a Nidal Struggle, striving for justice. From root n-d-l (struggle) Nihaal Flourishing, joyous; a young sapling Nihal Nihal, Saplings, Turkish/Arab girls Nihan Nihan, Secret, Turkish girls name Niloofar The lotus flower, the water lily. From Persian niloofar… Niloufar Lotus/water lily. Persian niloufar (lotus flower) Nilufar Lotus flower, from Persian نيلوفر… Nima Blessing, gift Nimra Soft, gentle. From root n-m-r (gentle, soft, flowing) Nisa Nisa, Women, Quranic girls name Nisan April, the beginning. From Hebrew/Aramaic Nisan… Nisha Night. From Sanskrit/Hindi-Urdu nisha (night) Nizar Pure, very small and pure, from root n-z-r… Nodir Rare, precious. Uzbek/Tajik form of Nadir Noelia Light, born at the time of light… Noha Reason, wisdom that prevents wrong, from root n-h-y… Noman Blessed, the reddish one. Companion Nu'man ibn Bashir (RA)… Noor Noor, Light, the divine light that illuminates all of existence Noor Light of the eye. Noor (light) + ul + Ain (eye) Noorain Two lights; echo of Dhun-Nurayn, the title of Uthman (RA) Noorhan Full of light. Egyptian compound name noor (light) + han… Noorin Full of light, two lights, from Arabic نورين… Nouf Highest point, rare elevation. From root n-w-f… Nour Light. The French-speaking Muslim dominant spelling Nour Light of the eye. Nourelhoda Light of guidance. North African compound Nour Light of guidance… Nour Light of guidance. Without-el compound form Noura Light. The Gulf and North African spelling of Noor with ta… Noureddin Light of the religion… Noureddine Light of the religion… Nourhan Full of light. Egyptian compound: Nour (light) + Han (full) Nuh Noah. The first of the five Ulul Azm… Nuha Intellect, reason, deep understanding, from root ن-ه-ي… Nuhu Noah. Hausa form of Nuh (AS) Nujood Noble hills, high ground, from root n-j-d… Numan Blood, gift, from root n-ain-m (naama, to be in comfort) Nur Light. The single-syllable masculine form dominant across… Nur Light of guidance. Nur (light) + al-Huda (the guidance) Nura Light, from Arabic/Persian نورا… Nuraini Light of the two eyes… Nurbek Light of a bek (nobleman) Nurhaliza Nur Haliza. The compound name meaning 'light of the jewel/the… Nurhidayah Light of guidance. Malay compound name: nur (light) + hidayah… Nurin Two lights Nurul Light of. From Arabic nur (light) + l (of) Nurzhan Light of the soul… Nusaybah Nusaybah bint Kab al-Maziniyya (RA)… Nusaybah The Nurse of Uhud… Nuzhat Freshness, pleasure, the refreshing joy. From root ن-ز-ه…

Obada Worship, the one devoted to worship, from root ain-b-d… Obaid Small servant, humble servant, from root ain-b-d… Obaydullah Obaydullah, Little servant of Allah, the humble, devoted one Ohoud Mountains of Uhud. As girls name Okba Uqba. Second North African coverage Ola High, exalted, from root ain-l-w (ala, to be high) Olaa Loftiness, from root ain-l-w (ala, loftiness) Oljeitu The fortunate one Omaima Umayma. Gulf spelling Omar The Distinguisher. The Western, Turkish, French… Omer Umar ibn al-Khattab. The Turkish spelling Ömer/Omer Omid Hope Omnia Wish, desire, Egyptian girls name… Ons Sociability, intimacy, warm familiarity. From root a-n-s… Oraib Most eloquent, the one who speaks clearly. From root ain-r-b… Orhan High khan, great sovereign Osama Osama, Lion, the brave young commander chosen by the Prophet at seventeen Osman Uthman. Turkish spelling of the third Caliph's name Othman Uthman ibn Affan. The third Caliph… Othmane Uthman. The Moroccan and North African French spelling Otman Uthman. Moroccan specific romanisation Otmane Uthman. Second Moroccan variant without the h Oualeed The newborn. Extended North African variant capturing specific… Oualid The newborn. The Moroccan specific romanisation Oualid… Ouassila The means, the path of approach to Allah. From root w-s-l… Ouided Beloved, the one who is deeply loved. Diminutive of wadida… Ouissam Ouissam, Badge of honour, West African Ouissem Handsome. Algerian and Tunisian spelling of Wassim/Wasim Ould Son of (a Mauritanian naming prefix: Ould X means 'son of X') Oulimata Oulimata, Learned woman, Fula girls name Oum Umm Kalthoum. The Egyptian singer as a given name Oumaima Umayma. Gulf spelling variant Oumar Umar. Senegalese dominant form Oumarou Umar. The Hausa form with -ou suffix Oumaru Umar. The Fula/Peul Muslim form Oumayma Umayma. The North African/French spelling Oumkheir Oumkheir, Mother of goodness, West African Oumnia Oumnia, Wish, Moroccan girls name Oumou Mother. Arabic umm in Fula/Mande form Ousama Lion. French North African spelling of Osama/Usamah Ousmane Ousmane, Uthman, West African Fula form Ousseini Ousseini, Husain, West African form Outhmane Outhmane, Uthman, Mauritanian spelling Owais Owais, Small wolf, the greatest of the Tabi'in, the hidden saint the Prophet praised Ozan The bard, the singer Ozlem Longing, yearning. Turkish ozlem

Pakeeza Pakeeza, Pure, clean, the woman of absolute, immaculate purity Palwasha Golden ray of light. From Pashto palwasha… Paniz Candy, sweet. From Persian paniz (sugar candy) Parastoo Swallow. From Persian parastoo (the swallow bird) Parham Derived from Bahram. From Persian par (derived from) + ham… Pari Fairy, the beautiful one. From Persian pari… Parinaz Fairy coyness. From Persian pari (fairy) + naz… Parisa Like a fairy, fairy-like. Persian parisa… Parizad Parizad, Born of fairies, the woman whose beauty is otherworldly from birth Parnian Silk, the finest cloth. From Persian parnian (fine silk fabric) Parvaneh Butterfly. From Persian parvaneh (butterfly) Parveen The Pleiades. Persian parvin (the Pleiades star cluster) Parviz Parviz, Victorious, lucky, the blessed and fortunate one Payam Message. From Persian payam (message, news) Pedram Joyful, pleasant, prosperous. From Persian pedram… Pejman Sad, melancholy. From Persian pejman (sad, downcast) Pelin Pelin, Thyme, Turkish girls name Perihan Perihan, Fairy-like, Turkish girls name Pinar Pinar, Spring/fountain, Turkish girls Polat Polat, Steel, Turkish boys name Pouya Dynamic, always in motion, always searching… Poyraz Poyraz, North wind, Turkish boys name Putra Putra, Son/prince, Malay boys name Putri Princess. From Sanskrit/Malay putri (daughter, princess) Putrie Princess

Qaboos Handsome, noble. Classical Arabic name of Omani royalty Qadir Al-Qadir (the Capable, the All-Able). Divine name Qaf Qaf. The mystery letter opening Surah 50 Qaid Qaid, Leader/commander Qaim The upholder Qais Qais, Firm, steadfast, the measured and determined one Qaisar Emperor, sovereign; Arabic form of Caesar Qaitbay The great Burji Mamluk patron-sultan who covered Cairo and Mecca wi... Qalawun Founder of the Qalāwūnid line of the Mamluk sultanate; builder of t... Qamar Moon, from Arabic قمر (Qamar, the moon) Qanita Devout, the one who worships with full devotion… Qansuh The penultimate Burji Mamluk sultan of Egypt; fell to the Ottomans... Qarimaaz Qareema, Noble, alternate Karima form Qasim Distributor, one who distributes, from root q-s-m… Qasimah Distributor. Feminine form of Qasim Qays Qays, Firm, third max coverage Quds Quds, Jerusalem/holy Qudsia Holy, sacred, from root q-d-s (quds, holiness, sacredness) Qura Qura, Coolness of the eye, the greatest joy and comfort Qurat Coolness of eyes, comfort of the eyes. From qurrat al-ayn… Qurrat-ul-Ain Coolness of the eyes; comfort of the heart Qurratu Coolness of eyes. The most intimate Quranic expression of love Qusay Distant. Qusay ibn Kilab… Qutayba Determined, difficult to obtain. Companion name Qutb Qutb, Pole/axis, Sufi highest rank Qutuz A Turkic war-name

Raayen Gate of paradise… Rabab White cloud, the rabab instrument. From Arabic rabab… Rabia Fourth, the one of spring, from root ر-ب-ع… Rabia al-Basri The fourth one (fourth daughter) Rachid Rightly guided. North African/French spelling of Rashid Rachida Rightly guided. North African/French spelling of Rashida Raed Pioneer, explorer, scout, from root r-y-d… Rafa Happiness, welfare, from root r-f-a… Rafah Welfare, prosperity, from root r-f-h… Rafay The exalter, the one who raises, from root ر-ف-ع… Rafif Glittering, shining. From root r-f-f (to sparkle, glitter) Rafik Companion, gentle, from root r-f-q… Rafiq Rafiq, Companion, the gentle helper, the kind friend on the path Raghad Life of ease, comfortable abundance, from root ر-غ-د… Raghda Life of ease. Gulf and North African variant of Raghad Raha Rest, peace, ease, comfort, from root ر-و-ح… Rahaf Delicate, tender, fine, from root r-h-f… Raheel The traveller, one who sets out Raheem Raheem, The compassionate, one of the divine names of perpetual mercy Rahel Rachel. The Ethiopian, Eritrean… Rahim Al-Rahim (the Merciful)… Rahma Rahma, Mercy, the divine quality that sustains all of existence Rahmah Mercy, divine mercy, from root r-h-m (rahima, to be merciful) Rahman The Most Merciful; given as Abdur Rahman Rahmat Mercy Rahsyid Guided one Raif Gentle, compassionate, from root r-a-f (rafa, to be gentle) Raihan Raihan, Fragrant herb, basil, the sweet fragrance that the soul of the believer carries Rajaa Hope, expectation, from root r-j-w (raja, to hope, to expect) Rajae Hope, aspiration toward Allah, from root r-j-a… Rakan One who leans, one who trusts Ramadan The month of fasting; born in Ramadan Ramatu Mercy. West African Hausa form of Rahma/Rahmah Rami The archer, the one who aims, from root r-m-y… Ramla Sand of prophecy. Ramla bint Abi Sufyan (Umm Habiba)… Ramlah Sand, from root ر-م-ل (ramala, sand) Ramzan Ramadan as a given name. South Asian/Turkish spelling Ramzi Symbol, symbolic, from root r-m-z… Rana To gaze with delight, the one with a beautiful gaze… Rand The basil plant, sweet-smelling herb. From Arabic rand… Randa Fragrant tree. From Arabic randa… Raneem Melody, soft humming. From root r-n-m Rania Rania, Gazing in delight, she who looks with the eyes of pure happiness Ranim A melodious voice, a soft song Ranya Gazing with delight, looking with eyes full of happiness… Raouf Most Kind. North African French spelling of Rauf Raqib The watcher, one of the recording angels (Kirām al-Kātibīn) Rasha Young gazelle. From root r-sh… Rashid Rightly guided, following the right path. From root r-sh-d… Rashida Wise, rightly guided. Feminine form of Rashid Rasul Messenger Rasul Messenger, apostle Rauf Al-Rauf (the Most Kind, the Compassionate). A divine name Rawan Flowing, graceful. From root r-w-n… Rawane Flowing, light of spirit. Moroccan -e ending form of Rawan Rawda Garden, meadow. From root r-w-d (wandering in a garden) Rawdah Garden, meadow. From Arabic rawda… Rayan Rayan, The gate of paradise for those who fast, full, sated with blessing Rayhan Fragrant herb, sweet basil. Arabic ريحان (Raihan/Rayhan) Rayhana Fragrant herb, sweet basil, from root r-y-h… Rayhaneh Fragrant herb. Iranian form of Rayhana Rayyaan Modern spelling of Rayyan; the gate of Paradise for those who fasted Rayyan Well-watered, luxuriant, satisfied Razan Composed, dignified, of steady character. From root r-z-n… Razia The pleased one, she with whom Allah is pleased Reda Divine contentment/pleasure… Redouane Divine pleasure. Moroccan/Berber/French spelling of Ridwan Reem White gazelle, from Arabic ريم… Reema White antelope. Alternate spelling of Rima/Reem with doubled-e Rehan Fragrant herb, sweet basil, from root ر-ي-ح… Rehana Sweet basil, the fragrant, diminutive of ريحان… Rehema Mercy. The East African Swahili form of Rahma Rehmat Mercy Rehmatullah Mercy of Allah Rehmet Mercy Renad Music, melody. From root r-n-d (sound of music, singing) Reshma Silken, as soft as silk, from Urdu/Hindi ريشما… Reyan Gate of paradise for those who fast… Reyhan Fragrant basil Reza Divine pleasure. Reza Shah The pleased king Riad Gardens, meadows, from root r-w-d… Rida Contentment, divine pleasure, from root ر-ض-و… Ridha Divine pleasure. Iranian and Tunisian 5-letter spelling of Rida Ridwan Divine pleasure, contentment. Directly Quranic Rihab Vastness, wide spaces. From r-h-b (vast, spacious) Riham Light drizzle, from root r-h-m… Rihanna Sweet basil, fragrant, from Arabic ريحانة… Rim White gazelle. 3-letter form Rima Rima, White antelope, the graceful, swift creature of the desert Rimah Spears. From Arabic rimah (spears) Rimal Sands, the desert sands. From Arabic rimal… Rimas The white gazelle. Rimsha Bunch of flowers, from Arabic/Persian ريمشا… Ritaj The highest door, the tall door of paradise. From root r-t-j… Rital Flowing tune, beautiful melody. From Arabic rital… Riyaan Gate of paradise. UK and Western diaspora variant of Rayan Rizal Blessings, graces. From Arabic rizal (men, the blessed ones) Rizki Divine provision. Indonesian variant with -i ending Rizky My provision, my sustenance from Allah. From Arabic rizq… Rizwan Divine pleasure, the keeper of paradise. From root ر-ض-و… Roa Vision. 4-letter Roa form Rohaan Rohaan, Spiritual, kind-hearted, the one of pure spiritual quality Rohana Spiritual. South Asian and SE Asian feminine form of Rohani Rohani Spiritual. From Arabic ruhani (spiritual, of the soul) Rohimah Merciful. Malay/Singapore -ah form Roj Sun, day Rojda The one born of the sun; radiant Rojhelat The rising sun; the east Rojin Sun Rokaia Ruqayyah. North African and French-speaking Muslim spelling Rokaya Ruqayyah. West African alternate spelling Rokayatou Ruqayyah. Guinea/Fula form with -tou suffix Rokhaya Ruqayyah. The Wolof/Senegalese form Rokia Ruqayyah. Mali and broader Francophone West African spelling Romaissa Rumaisa. West African/French variant spelling Roohi Of the soul, spiritual… Roshan Bright, luminous, illuminating. From Persian/Urdu روشن… Roua Vision, dream. From Arabic ru'ya… Roudha Garden, meadow, from root r-w-dh (rawdha, garden, meadow) Rouha Soul, spirit, a breath of spirit. From Arabic ruh… Roukia Ruqayyah. Mauritanian and Saharan Muslim community spelling Roumaissa Rumaisa bint Milhan. The Algerian spelling Roumayssae Rumaisa bint Milhan. Moroccan variant with -ae ending Rouqaiya Ruqayyah. Mauritanian and Saharan variant Rouwaida Gently, slowly, from root r-w-d (ruwayda, gently, softly) Roxana Dawn, luminous Roya Dream, vision. From Arabic/Persian ruya (vision, dream) Ruba Hills, high ground. From Arabic ruba (hills, elevated ground) Rubina Ruby-like, bright, from Urdu/Persian روبينا… Rufaidah Support, aid Ruhan Spiritual, of the soul, from root ر-و-ح… Ruhi Ruhi, My soul, spiritual, the woman of pure spiritual essence Rukhsana Bright-faced, the luminous one, from Persian رخسانه… Rukhsar Cheek, the radiant face. From Persian rukh (face, cheek) + sar… Rukiya Ascent, elevation Rula Soothing, comforting, the one who brings ease… Rum The Romans. Surah Ar-Rum (Chapter 30) Rumaisah The one with beautiful eyes, from root ر-م-ص… Rumeysa The real name of Umm Sulaym (RA)… Ruqayya Ruqayyah. 6-letter variant capturing searches between Ruqayyah… Ruqayyah The gentle incantation, the protective recitation… Ruslan Lion; Turkic, from arslan Rustam Persian legendary hero; Tatar-Muslim usage of the Shahnameh warrior Ryaan Well-watered gate of Paradise for those who fasted

Saba Morning breeze, east wind, from root ص-ب-و… Sabah Morning, from root s-b-h (sabaha, to be morning, bright) Sabahat Beauty, radiance of the morning Sabih Radiant, morning-bright, beautiful of face Sabiha Sabiha, Beautiful morning Sabina Patient one; the one who endures Sabir Patient, steadfast, from root ص-ب-ر… Sabira Sabira, Patient, fem form of Sabir Sabr Patient endurance… Sabreen The patient ones. Plural of sabir/sabira Sabrina Patient. The Western/French Muslim adaptation of Sabreen Sad Fortunate, happy, from root س-ع-د… Sad Fortunate, blessed Sadaf Seashell, pearl oyster… Sadia Sadia, Happy, lucky, the woman of good fortune and joy Sadiq Truthful, from root s-d-q (sadaqa, to be truthful) Sadru The chest, the seat of feeling Safa Purity, crystal clarity; Al-Safa. The hill of Hajj Safaa Purity, crystal clarity, from root s-f-w… Safae Purity. Moroccan spelling of Safa Safia The pure one, the best part, from root s-f-w… Safiya Safiya, Pure, chosen, the one selected for her clarity and purity Safiye The pure, the chosen Safiyya bint Huyayy The pure, the chosen Safiyyah The chosen, the pure. Safiyyah bint Huyayy, Prophet wife Safiyyah Pure. Safiyyah bint Abd al-Muttalib (RA)… Safwa The best, the elite, the choicest, from root s-f-w… Safwan Pure rock, clear sky, from root s-f-w (safwa, purity, clarity) Sahar Pre-dawn. 'And in the hours before dawn they would seek… Sahba Sahba, Golden-hued, classic Arab girls Sahra Radiant, brilliant Said Happy, fortunate, blessed, from root s-ain-d… Saida Happy, fortunate. Feminine of Sa'id Saif Saif, Sword, the decisive force of justice and courage Saifuddin Sword of the religion. Saif + al-din (sword of Islam) Saifullah Sword of Allah… Saima The fasting one, from root s-w-m (sawm, fasting) Saira Traveller, the journeying one, from root س-ي-ر… Saja Saja, Still night Sajdah Prostration, from root س-ج-د (sajada, to prostrate) Sajid Sajid, One who prostrates, the man whose life is an act of continuous worship Sajida Sajida, Prostrating, Quranic girls name Sajjad The constant prostrator. Intensive form of Sajid Sakhr Sakhr, Rock/strong Sakina Tranquility, divine peace, from root s-k-n… Saladin Salah al-Din al-Ayyubi… Salah Righteousness, goodness, reform, from root s-l-h… Salaheddin Salah al-Din. Turkish and Balkan Muslim spelling Salaheddine Salah al-Din. Algerian and French Muslim spelling Salam Peace. Al-Salam is a divine name: 'He is Allah besides whom… Salamah Peace, safety Saleem Sound, safe. Ibrahim (AS) prayed: 'Except the one who comes to… Saleh Saleh, Righteous, second max coverage Salif West African form of Salif; the ancestor, the one who came before Salih Prophet Salih (AS)… Saliha Righteous, good. Feminine of Salih Salim Sound, safe, at peace, from root s-l-m… Salim The safe, the whole one Salima Sound, safe, the one with a sound heart. Feminine form Salma Safe, peaceful, the one at peace… Salmah Peaceful. Malay/Singapore -ah form of Salma Salman Peaceful, sound, safe. From root s-l-m Salman al-Farisi Salman the Persian Salsabeel Salsabeel, Paradise spring, South Asian form Salsabil Spring of paradise, from Arabic سلسبيل… Salsabila Salsabila, Paradise spring, Indonesian form Saltanat Sovereignty, majesty Salwa Solace, consolation… Samah Generosity, forgiveness, tolerance, from root s-m-h… Samar Evening conversation, from root س-م-ر… Sameena The strong, the full one Sami Elevated, sublime, the one of high standing. From root س-م-و… Samia Elevated, sublime, high, from root s-m-w (sama, to rise) Samiha Generous, from root s-m-h (samiha, generous, forgiving) Samina Precious, valuable, treasured Samir Entertaining companion, the one who converses at night… Samira Entertaining companion, the woman of evening conversation… Sammu A sweet whisper Samra Brown, dark complexion, evening twilight. From root s-m-r… Sana Brilliance, radiance of lightning. Directly Quranic (24:43) Saniya Radiant, eminent, elevated and brilliant. From root س-ن-و… Sanjar The piercer, the thrust spear Saoussen Lily flower. Tunisian spelling of Sawsan/Soussan Saqer Saqer, Falcon Saqib The piercing, shining star. Directly Quranic Saqlain The two weights… Sara Sara. Wife of Ibrahim (AS) Sarab Mirage. Directly Quranic: 'Those who disbelieve… Sarah Sarah. The wife of Ibrahim (AS), the mother of Ishaq (AS) Sarfaraz Honoured, the one whose head is raised high… Sarim Sharp sword, decisive, brave, from root ص-ر-م… Sariya A traveller by night; a column of light Sarmad Eternal, everlasting Sarra Prosperityper) Sasi Moon-faced Sassui The heroine of the Sindhi love epic Sassui Punnhun… Sawda Name of a Mother of the Believers; linked to sovereignty Sawsan Lily flower. From Arabic sawsan (lily) Sayhan Flowing, the one who moves freely and abundantly… Sebaa Sheba. Surah Saba in the Quran (34) Sebuktigin Beloved prince Seher Dawn, the time just before sunrise. From Arabic sahar… Sehrish Magical, enchanting, like the pre-dawn. From Arabic/Urdu سحر… Seifeddine Sword of the religion… Sekou Sheikh, elder Selim Peaceful, safe, sound. Turkish form of Salim/Saleem Selin Flowing water, the pure stream. From Turkish selin… Selma Peaceful, safe. The Bosnian and Turkish form of Salma Selsabil A spring in paradise. Directly Quranic Sema Sky, the hearing, sama. From Arabic/Turkish sama… Sena Praise, brilliance, radiance. From Arabic sana… Sepideh Dawn whiteness, brightness. From Persian sepid (white) + -eh… Seraj Lamp. French North African spelling of Siraj Serdar Commander, chief Serhan Noble, luminous. From Turkish serhan… Serhat Frontier, border. Turkish serhat (frontier) Serkan Noble blood, chief. From Turkish ser… Setareh Star. Persian setareh (star) Seydou Sayyid/Master. West African Fula form of Sayyid Shaan Dignity, glory Shabana Of the night, the nocturnal beauty. From Persian/Urdu shabana… Shabina Eye of the storm, the cherished. From Arabic/Urdu شابينه… Shabnam Dew, from Persian شبنم (shabnam, dew, the morning drops) Shafiq Compassionate, sympathetic, from root sh-f-q… Shah Jahan King of the world Shahad Honey. Alternate Gulf spelling of Shahd Shahbaz Royal falcon Shahd Honey, pure honey. From Arabic shahd… Shahed Witnessed, the one who is present, from root sh-h-d… Shaheen Falcon. Persian shaheen (peregrine falcon) Shaheer The renowned one, the famous Shahid Witness. Al-Shahid (the Witness) is a divine name Shahira Famous, renowned, celebrated, from root ش-ه-ر… Shahnaz Royal delicacy, the king's pride Shahram City of the king. From Persian shahr (city) + ram… Shahroz King of the day, from Persian شهروز… Shahrukh King's face, from Persian شاهرخ… Shahrzad Born of the city… Shahzad Son of the king, prince, from Persian شهزاد… Shahzaib Crowned prince, the adorned king… Shaima Distinguished by a birthmark, recognized by a sign… Shaista Courteous, refined, well-mannered. From Persian شایستہ… Shaker Grateful, the thankful one, from root ش-ك-ر… Shakil Handsome, well-formed Shakira Grateful. Feminine of Shakir Sham Syria, the Levant. Second coverage Shama A candle, a soft flame Shamim Fragrance, sweet scent carried on air Shamma The little candle Shams The Sun. Directly Quranic Shamsa Sun. From Arabic shams (sun) + ta marbuta Shanzay Princess. From Urdu/Persian shah + zay Sharif Noble, honourable, of high lineage Sharifa Noble, honorable. Feminine of Sharif Sharifah Noble. The Malay/Malaysian spelling Shatha The fragrance that spreads through the air… Shayan Worthy, deserving, capable, fitting. From Persian شایان… Shayna Beautiful. From Yiddish/Hebrew shayna (beautiful) adopted by… Shazia Rare, exceptional, from root sh-dh-dh… Shazil Excellent, rare Sheh The lord, chieftain Sheikha Lady of noble standing Sherine Sweet. Arabic form of Persian Shirin Sherwan Lion-hearted Sherzad Born of a lion Shevin Beloved night Shifa Healing, cure Shifa bint Abdullah Healing, cure Shihab Shooting star. Classical Arabic spelling of Shihab Shilan A wild rose that grows in the mountains Shimaa Distinguished… Shireen Sweet, pleasant. From Persian shirin… Shirin Sweet, delightful. Persian shirin (sweet) Shivan Shepherd Shiza Gift, a gift from nature, from Urdu/Persian شیزا… Shoaib Prophet Shuaib. To the people of Madyan Shohrukh King-faced Shorouk Sunrise, the rising of the sun to… Shuaib The Prophet to Madyan, from Arabic شعيب… Shuhab Shooting star, blazing meteor, from root ش-ه-ب… Shukhrat Fame, glory Shurahbil The seeker of light Shuraim One who has a small cleft or split Sibghatullah The colouring of Allah (Quran 2:138) Siddiq The truthful, the one who affirms truth. From root s-d-q… Sidra Sidrat al-Muntaha. The boundary tree of paradise Sifeddine Sword of the religion. Tunisian variant of Seifeddine Siham Arrows. Plural of sahm (arrow) Sihame Arrows. Moroccan -e ending form of Siham Sihem Arrows. The Algerian variant of Siham Sikandar Alexander Simra Paradise, the blessed elevated place Sindhu Named for the Indus, the great river of Sindh Siraj Lamp, the illuminating torch. Directly Quranic Sirin Sweet sound, melodious, from root s-r-n (sarina, sweet sound) Sirine Sweet sound, melodious. North African/French spelling of Sirin Sitara Star Siti Lady, noble woman. From Arabic sayyidati (my lady, noblewoman) Sittie Lady Slimane Prophet Solomon. The Algerian dominant form… Smail Prophet Ishmael. The Algerian contracted form… Sobia Beautiful, praiseworthy. From root s-b-y (beautiful, admirable) Sofea Malaysian variant of Sophia Sofia Wisdom. From Greek sophia (wisdom) Sofiane Swift traveler. French/Algerian spelling of Sufyan Soha Little star. From Arabic suha… Sohaib Reddish-haired; the companion Suhayb ar-Rumi Sohail Sohail, Canopus star, Pakistani boys Sokhna Noble learned woman. From Wolof sokhna… Sophia Wisdom. From Greek sophia Soraya The Pleiades star cluster. From Arabic Thurayya/Soraya… Souad Happiness, joy, good fortune, from root s-ain-d… Soufiane Swift traveler. Moroccan spelling with -ou- Souha Little star, the barely visible star… Souhila Easy, gentle; also Canopus (the second brightest star)… Soukaina Tranquility. North African/French spelling of Sakina Soukayna Soukayna, Tranquility, Moroccan alternate Soumaiya Soumaiya, Sumayyah, North African alternate Soumaya Sumayyah, the first martyr of Islam… Soumia Soumia, Sumayyah, Algerian alternate form Spogmai The moon Suad Suad, Happiness Subhan Glory to Allah, from root s-b-h… Subhi Subhi, My morning Sude A uniquely Turkish name. Possibly from Persian sudeh… Sufian Swift, fast-moving. Variant spelling of سفيان (Sufyan) Sufiyan Swift, fast-moving. Variant spelling of سفيان (Sufyan) Sufyan One who travels quickly, the swift traveler. From root s-f-y… Suha The tiny star… Suhaib The reddish-brown one Suhayb Reddish-haired, the Roman… Sulaiman Solomon. Prophet Sulayman (AS) was given dominion over all… Sulayman Solomon. Scholarly Arabic/English transliteration of Sulaiman Suleiman Solomon. The Ottoman/Turkish/North African spelling Suleyman Solomon. Bosnian and Balkan Muslim spelling Sultan Ruler, authority. 'sultan' appears 37 times in Quran Sumaira Night entertainer… Sumayya Sumayya, High, elevated, the first martyr in Islam, the mother of Ammar Sumayyah Sumayyah bint Khabbat. The first martyr of Islam Sumbal Sumbal, Hyacinth, Pakistani girls name Sundas Fine green silk of paradise… Sundus Fine green silk of paradise. Directly Quranic Sura A chapter of the Quran, from root س-و-ر… Suraya The Pleiades. South Asian and Persian spelling of Thuraya… Syafiqah Tender, compassionate. Malay/Indonesian spelling of Shafiqah Syifa Healing. Indonesian spelling of Shifa/Shefa

Taalib Seeker, student Tabassum Smile, from root ب-س-م (basama, to smile) Tabinda Shining, luminous Taghreed Birdsong, from root gh-r-d (gharrida, to trill) Taha Ta Ha. The mystery letters opening Surah 20 Tahani Tahani, Congratulations Tahar Pure. The North African/French spelling of Tahir with -ar… Taher The pure one. Feminine of Tahir Tahir Pure, clean. Al-Tahir (the Pure) is a title of the Prophet Tahir ibn Husayn Ṭāhir son of al-Ḥusayn Tahira The Pure One. Title of Fatimah bint Muhammad Tahmasp Of strong horses Tahmina Persian heroine, mother of Sohrab; steadfast Taibah Pure, good. Alternate romanisation of Tayyaba/Tayba Taif Taif, Night vision Taim Devoted, servant of love, from root t-y-m… Taima Desert oasis… Taimoor Iron, the strong one. From Turkic-Mongolian Temür (iron) Takoua Taqwa. The Tunisian/North African spelling Tala Gold plating, gilded, from root t-l-y… Talal Magnificent rain, pleasant, from root t-l-l… Taleen Musical instrument, flowing melody. From Armenian Talin… Talha Talha ibn Ubaydullah. One of the ten promised paradise Talhah Palm tree, from root ط-ل-ح (taliha, the palm tree or acacia) Talib Seeker, student. From root t-l-b Tamara Palm dates, fruit of the date palm, from root t-m-r… Tameem Complete, perfect, the one of total wholeness. From root ت-م-م… Tamer Owner of dates, one who has date palms, from root t-m-r… Tamim Tamim, Complete/strong, Gulf boys name Tammam Complete, perfect, the fulfillment, from root t-m-m… Tanveer Enlightened, illuminated. From n-w-r (illuminate) Taqi al-Din Astronomer-Engineer of the Istanbul Observatory… Taqiyy Taqiyy, God-fearing Taqwa God-consciousness, the shield against divine displeasure… Tara Star. From Persian/Urdu tara (star) Tarannum Melody, tune, the musical one. From Arabic/Urdu ترنم… Tarek Morning star. The French and North African spelling of Tariq Tarik The morning star… Tariq The night visitor, the morning star… Tarkan Tarkan, War leader, Turkish boys name Taskeen Consolation, peace, the bringing of stillness. From root س-ك-ن… Tasmir The making firm; the driving in of a nail Tasneem The fountain of paradise from which the righteous drink… Tasnim Spring of paradise, from Arabic تسنيم… Tasnima Tasnim spring. South Asian variant spelling with -a ending Taufiq Divine success, God-given enabling… Tawba Tawba, Repentance, Quranic girls name Tawbah Repentance, the divine turning back, from root ت-و-ب… Tawfiq Divine enabling… Tayba Tayba, Good/Medina name, girls name Tayeb Good, pure, wholesome. North African/French spelling of Tayyib Tayib Good, pure. North African spelling of Tayyib Taym Servant, devoted one, from root t-y-m… Tayma Ancient oasis city… Tayyaba Pure, good, pleasant, from root t-y-b… Tayyiba Tayyiba, Pure, good, the woman of wholesome beauty and genuine goodness Tehreem Sanctity, reverence; that which is sacred Tekish The striker, the contender Temur Iron Tesnim Tasneem. Turkish and Balkan Muslim spelling Tesnime Tasnim paradise spring. Tunisian -e ending variant of Tesnim Thabet Firm, steadfast, from root th-b-t… Thabit ibn Qurra The Translator-Geometer. Thābit means 'firm, established'… Thamer Fruitful, bearing fruit, from root th-m-r… Thana Thana, Praise Thouraya The Pleiades. North African/French spelling of Thuraya Thuraya The Pleiades, from Arabic ثريا… Tiba Tiba, Medina, alternate Tayba form Tidiane From the Tijaniyya. Senegalese form of Tijani… Timur Iron, from Turkic/Mongolian تيمور… Tipu The tiger Tolga Helmet, warrior's protection. From Turkish tolga… Tooba Blessedness, a tree of paradise, from root t-y-b… Toprak Earth, soil, homeland Torpekai The dark-haired beauty Toujan Toujan. Jordanian girls name tradition Tuba The tree of paradise… Tugce She who flourishes. From Turkic tug Tughril A great bird of prey, a falcon Tuman Bay Lord of ten thousand Tuqa Piety, God-consciousness, from root و-ق-ي… Turki The Turkish one

Ubaid Little servant. Diminutive of Abd Ubay ibn Kaab The first of the reciters Ula Highness, eminence, exalted rank Ulan Young lord, brave young man Ulfat Love, deep affection, the intimate bond. From root أ-ل-ف… Ulmas Diamond. From Persian/Arabic almas (diamond) Ulugh Beg The great lord Ulya Ulya, Highest Umair Umair, Life, companion Umayr name Umama Umama, Umama bint Zaynab, Prophet granddaughter Umar The Distinguisher (Al-Faruq). The second Caliph of Islam Umara Building, prosperity, the building up of life… Umayma Little mother, from root أ-م-م (amma, to lead, to be a mother) Umer Dominant Pakistani Urdu spelling of Umar ibn al-Khattab (RA)… Umid Hope Umm Barakah. Who the Prophet called 'my mother after my mother Umm Hakim The mother of Hakim Umm Mother of the Sacred. Umm Haram bint Milhan (RA), the aunt… Umm Mother of Kulthum. Umm Kulthum bint Muhammad (RA)… Umm Umm Salama Hind bint Abi Umayya… Umm Salamah The mother of Salamah Umm Mother of Sulaym. Umm Sulaym bint Milhan (RA)… Umniyya Umniyya, Wish, classical Arabic girls form Uns Uns, Intimacy, Islamic concept boys Uqaylah Uqaylah, Noble woman, Zaynab title girls Uqba Mountain pass, high ground, from root ain-q-b… Uqba ibn Amir The one who follows, the successor Uqba ibn Nafi Successor, generation-follower Urooj Ascension. Urdu girls name Uruj Ascension, the act of rising, from root ain-r-j… Urwa The firm handhold, the strongest grip, from root ع-ر-و… Usama Lion. Usamah ibn Zayd (RA), 'the beloved son of the beloved Usman Uthman ibn Affan. The South Asian dominant spelling Usman dan Fodio ʿUthmān, son of the jurist Utba Threshold, the doorstep, from root ain-t-b… Uthman Young bustard, graceful… Uwais Uwais al-Qarani. The greatest hidden saint of Islam Uzair The Prophet Ezra, from Arabic عزير… Uzma The greatest, the most magnificent, from root ain-zh-m…

Vafa Loyalty. Persian/Turkish form of Wafa Vahid Vahid, Unique, singular, the one of a kind, Persian form of Wahid Valentina Strong, healthy. From Latin valens (strong) Valeria Strong, healthy. From Latin valere (to be strong) Valerie Valerie, Strong, French Muslim convert Vanessa Vanessa, Butterfly, Western Muslim convert Vasile Kingly, Romanian and Slavic form of Basil… Vasl Union, connection. Persian/Urdu vasl (the union of lovers) Veda Farewell, parting. From Arabic wada (farewell) Vedat Love, deep affection. Turkish form related to Widad/Widad Veli Veli, Guardian, protector, Turkish form of Wali, the beloved friend of God Venus Venus. The planet of beauty, used by Muslim converts Vera Faith, true. From Latin vera (true) and Slavic vera (faith) Veysel Connection. Turkish phonetic adaptation Victor Victor, conqueror. From Latin victor (conqueror) Vika Victory. Russian and Ukrainian diminutive of Victoria Vikram Vikram is used by a small but real subset of South Asian… Vildan Young servants, the eternally youthful. From root w-l-d… Vince Vince, Conquering, Western convert boys Vincent Conquering. From Latin vincentius (conquering) Violet Violet flower… Volga Volga River. The great river of Russia… Volkan Volcano. From Turkish/Latin volkan (volcano)

Wadha White, bright Wadud Al-Wadud (the Most Loving). Divine name Wael The one who seeks refuge, the returner, from root w-a-l… Wafa Wafa, Faithfulness, loyalty, the woman whose word is her bond forever Wafae Loyalty. Moroccan French-influenced spelling Wafik Wafik, Harmonious Wahb Wahb, Gift, companion Wahb ibn Munabbih Waheed Unique. From w-h-d (to be one, unique) Wahhab The Bestower; given as Abdul Wahhab Wahid Al-Wahid (the One). Divine name Wajd Ecstasy, finding, from root w-j-d (wajada, to find) Wajda Wajda, Finder, Quranic girls name Wajdi Ecstatic love, from root w-j-d (wajd, ecstasy of divine love) Walaa Loyalty, allegiance, from root w-l-y… Waleed The newborn. South Asian doubled-e spelling Walid The newborn, the one just born, from root w-l-d… Wamda Wamda, Spark/flash Wan Prefix of nobility in Malay culture… Wania God's gracious gift. Compact spelling of Waniya… Waniya God's gift, the gracious one, from Arabic وانية… Waqar Dignity, gravitas. From w-q-r Waqas Sharp, decisive. From root w-q-s (sharp, cutting) Waqiah The Event. Surah Al-Waqiah (Chapter 56) Ward Rose. 3-letter form Warda Rose. The North African/French Muslim spelling of Wardah Wardah Rose, from Arabic وردة (Warda/Wardah, rose, the rose flower) Wardeh Rose. Levantine spelling Waris Al-Warith (the Inheritor). Divine name Warsame The good news bearer Waseem Handsome, bearing the mark of beauty, from root w-s-m… Wasif Wasif, Describing/eloquent, Arab boys Wasila Means of approach Wassim Handsome, beautiful of face, from root w-s-m… Wassime Handsome. Tunisian spelling variant with final -e Watfa Watfa, Affectionate, Arab girls name Wathiq The one of firm trust Wedad Love. Egyptian spelling of Widad Wejdan Wejdan, Conscience/feeling, Gulf girls Wessal Wessal, Union, Gulf spelling of Wisal Widad Love, deep affection. From root w-d-d… Widyan Shells, dry river valleys, from root w-d… Wilaya Guardianship… Wisal Union, coming together after separation… Wisam Badge of honour. 5-letter Wisam vs 6-letter Wissam Wissale Union, the meeting, from root w-s-l…

Xara Blooming flower… Xavier New house, bright. From Basque Etxeberria (new house)… Xena Hospitable to strangers. From Greek xenos (stranger, guest) Ximena Heard. From Hebrew shim'on (heard) Xochitl Flower. From Nahuatl xochitl (flower)

Yacoub Yaqub. The West African and Maghrebi (North African) spelling… Yacouba West African form of Yaqub (Jacob) Yagmur Rain Yahya John the Baptist. Named directly by Allah in the Quran Yakubu Jacob. Hausa form of Yaqub (AS) Yalina Soft, gentle, tenderly blooming, from root ل-ي-ن… Yaman Yemen, blessing, good fortune, from root ي-م-ن… Yaqeen Certainty, absolute knowing, from root ي-ق-ن… Yaqoob Jacob. South Asian Urdu spelling of يعقوب (Yaqub/Yaqoob) Yaqub Jacob Yaqub The Prophet Jacob. Yaqub (AS), also called Israel Yara Friend, small butterfly, small stream… Yasaman Jasmine. The pure Persian form, without the -in ending Yaseen Ya-Sin. The Pakistani dominant spelling Yasin Ya Sin. The opening mystery letters of Surah 36 Yasir Easy, prosperous, the wealthy one, from root ي-س-ر… Yasmeen Jasmine, from Persian/Arabic ياسمين… Yasmin Jasmine. The Gulf and Pakistani standard spelling without the… Yasmina Jasmine. The French and North African -a ending form of Yasmine Yasmine Jasmine. French North African spelling of Yasmin Yasser Yasser, Easy, English-language Yasir Yassine Ya Sin. Surah 36 of the Quran, called the heart of the Quran Yassir Easy-going. The doubled-s spelling of Yasir Yazan Yazan, Determined Yazid He shall increase / one who augments Yehia Yehia, Prophet John, Egyptian/Levant form Yekta Unique, the one-and-only. From Persian/Turkish yekta… Yerbol The one who fulfills his word Yerkin Free, at ease Yigit Valiant youth. Turkic yigit (young valiant man) Yildirim Lightning Yildiz Star. From Turkish yıldız (star) Yilmaz Undaunted, fearless, unwavering. From Turkish yılmaz… Yosef Yosef, Yusuf, Western/Israeli Muslim form Yosra Ease. Egyptian spelling of Yusra Younes Prophet Yunus. North African/French spelling Yousef Prophet Yusuf. The Gulf Arabic and North African spelling Yousra Ease, prosperity (Quran 94:5-6) Youssef The Prophet Yusuf Youssoupha Prophet Yusuf. The Fula/Peul West African form Yousuf Yousuf name meaning in Islam: Joseph… Yukabid Mother of Musa (AS), name preserved via Israʾīliyyāt Yumn Blessing, good fortune, from root y-m-n… Yumna Blessed, fortunate, the right-handed, from root ي-م-ن… Yuna Yuna, Jonah/dove, global girls name Yunus Jonah. The Prophet who was swallowed by a whale Yusaira Yusaira, Ease, feminine Yusr form Yusr Ease, the quality of ease, from root y-s-r… Yusra Ease, facility, comfort, from root ي-س-ر… Yusuf The Prophet of the most beautiful story Yusuf ibn Tashfin Yūsuf son of Tāshfīn

Zaara Flower, radiant. South Asian Urdu spelling of زارہ (Zaara) Zaaria Radiance, blossoming Zaeem Leader, chief, the one who takes responsibility… Zafar Victory, triumph, from root ظ-ف-ر… Zafira Victorious. Feminine of Zafir Zafirah Victorious. H-ending form Zafran Saffron, from Arabic زعفران… Zahid Ascetic, detached from worldliness Zahir Manifest, evident, outward Zahiya Blooming, radiante… Zahra Zahra, The radiant, the blooming flower, the title of Fatima… Zahran Radiant, brilliantly flowering, flourishing. From root ز-ه-ر… Zaib Beauty, adornment Zaid Increase, growth… Zaida Growing, increasing, from root z-y-d (zaada, to increase) Zain Grace, beauty, adornment, from root ز-ي-ن… Zainab Zainab, Fragrant flower tree… Zainab Mother of Believers… Zainub Fragrant flowering tree… Zainul Ornament of the worshippers. Shortened form of زين العابدين… Zainul Ornament of the Worshippers. Ali ibn Hussain ibn Ali (RA)… Zaira Blooming flower, visitor, from root ز-و-ر… Zakaria The Prophet Zakariyya. Father of Yahya (John)… Zakariyya The Prophet Zakariyya. Father of Yahya (John the Baptist) Zaki Pure, virtuous, intelligent, from root z-k-w… Zakia Pure… Zakir The one who remembers Allah, from root dh-k-r… Zakiya Pure. Alternate Zakia spelling Zalfa Nearness to Allah, from root z-l-f… Zana The one who knows Zara Radiant, blooming… Zarah Flower, blooming beauty, from Arabic زارة… Zarghuna The green one, verdant Zaria Zaria, Radiant, Nigerian city as name Zarina Golden Zariya Offspring, blessed progeny, continuation of lineage… Zarmina Golden, precious Zarqa Blue-eyed, clear-eyed, from root z-r-q (azraq, blue) Zaryan Golden, glowing with radiance, from Arabic/Urdu زريان… Zavian Radiant, bright, shining, from Arabic/Urdu زاويان… Zaviar Bright, brilliant Zaviyan Radiant, bright; a spelling of Zavian Zaviyar Brave and noble, from Urdu/Persian زاویار… Zayan Grace, adornment, beautiful, from root ز-ي-ن… Zayd Growth, abundance, increase. Scholarly transliteration of زيد… Zayd ibn Thabit Growth, one who is firm Zaydan Growth, abundant increase. Variant spelling of زيدان… Zaydan The one who increases; growth Zayn Adornment. The Zayn spelling popularised globally by Zayn… Zaynab Fragrant tree, ornament. Variant spelling of Zainab Zainab Heroine of Karbala. Zaynab bint Ali bint Abi Talib (RA)… Zayyan One who beautifies or adorns Zeba Beautiful, graceful, elegant, from Persian زيبا… Zeenat Adornment, beauty Zeeshan Dignified, of high status. Persian/Urdu Zeeshan… Zehra Zehra name meaning in Islam: Radiant. The Turkish and Bosnian spelling Zein Adornment. The Levantine spelling of Zain Zeina Adornment. Lebanese and Levantine girls name… Zeineb Zainab. Tunisian spelling with -ei- Zerdi Gold Zeynab Zainab. The Azerbaijani and Iranian-Turkish spelling Zeynep Fragrant flowering tree. Turkish form of زينب (Zainab) Zhanar Sparkling eyes, radiance Zia Light, radiance, splendour Ziad Abundance, growth. Alternate 4-letter spelling of Ziyad Zidan Growth, abundance, increase, from root ز-ي-د… Zilan Kurdish; a name of a river valley in eastern Anatolia, also a martyr Zilya Shining, gracious; Volga Tatar Zilzal The Earthquake. Surah Az-Zilzal (Chapter 99) Zimal Beautiful, adorned, graceful, from Arabic زيمل… Zinat Zinat, Adornment, Iranian/Pakistani girls Zineb Fragrant flowering tree. Moroccan Arabic spelling of Zainab Zinedine Adornment of religion. Zinedine Zidane's name Ziyad Growth, increase, abundance, from root ز-ي-د… Zobia Gifted, radiant; modern South Asian girl name Zohaib Radiant, golden; South Asian Zohair Bright, flourishing, from root z-h-r… Zohour Zohour, Flowers Zoraiz Rays of light, spreading radiance… Zoubeir Zubayr. North African/French spelling Zouheir Bright, flourishing… Zoya Life, alive. From Greek/Russian Zoya (life, alive) Zubaida Cream, the best. South Asian spelling of Zubaidah Zubaidah Cream, the best of something, from root z-b-d… Zubair Strong, courageous, the brave warrior. From root ز-ب-ر… Zubeda Cream, the best. The East African Swahili form of Zubaidah Zuha Forenoon light, as in Surah ad-Duha Zuhair Zuhair, Bright, Gulf/Pakistani spelling Zuhra Flower, blossom; also Venus (the planet). From root z-h-r… Zulaikha Zulaikha. The wife of the Aziz (the chief minister of Egypt)… Zulfa Nearness to Allah, the highest closeness to the divine… Zulfiqar The double-edged, the spine-splitter… Zulfiya Beautiful curly locks, nearness, from Arabic زلفى… Zumar Groups, the gathered ones, from root ز-م-ر… Zunaira Flowers of paradise… Zuleyha Zulaikha. Turkish Züleyha, the woman of the Yusuf story