Arabic baby names
Names from Arab World — 95 names with meanings.
Female Arabic names (52)
Arabic names — FAQs
What are the most popular Arabic baby names?
The most popular Arabic names include Ghazi, Ola, Faris, Carim, Jawad, Abeer, Samira, Emad. There are 95 Arabic names in total, with 43 boy names and 52 girl names.
What are popular Arabic boy names?
Popular Arabic boy names include Ola ("ascend"), Carim ("generous"), Emad ("pillar of strength"), Nader ("rare"), Adnan ("settler"), Eyad ("support"). These names are traditionally used in Arab World.
What are popular Arabic girl names?
Popular Arabic girl names include Ghazi ("conqueror"), Faris ("knight"), Jawad ("generous"), Abeer ("fragrance"), Samira ("entertainer"), Majid ("glorious").
Where do Arabic names come from?
Arabic names originate from Arab World. Arabic names frequently reference divine qualities (names with "Abd-" meaning "servant of God") or virtues. The first name is followed by the father's name in traditional usage.
What do Arabic names typically mean?
Arabic names often carry meanings related to: conqueror, ascend, knight, fragrance, rare. Each name's specific meaning is listed on its detail page.
Are Arabic names popular in other countries?
Arabic names are used across 50+ countries wherever Islam has historically spread, from Morocco to Indonesia.
What are unique and rare Arabic names?
For rare Arabic names that stand out, consider: Aaliya, Aisha, Ali, Amir, Asma, Basem, Bilal, Fatima. Less common Arabic names often carry the same deep cultural meaning while being more distinctive.
How do you pronounce Arabic names?
Arabic names can have pronunciation patterns unfamiliar to English speakers. Examples: Hana (HAH-nah); Yusuf (YOO-suf); Rania (RAH-nee-ah); Layla (LAY-lah); Omar (OH-mar). Each name's pronunciation guide is shown on its individual page.