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MUSLIM BOYS' NAMES AND THEIR MEANINGS

Muslim boys namesBelow are some good Islamic names for boys. Some people can find the issue of naming a Muslim baby puzzling.

For one thing, some people wonder if a Muslim name must be an Arabic name (it doesn't have to be).

Secondly, converts sometimes wonder if they have to change their names, and they also have difficulty sometimes choosing a baby name, partly because they may not understand the meanings of Arabic names, and of course they may not have all the Muslim relatives to name their babies after like some Muslims do.

Another issue is that some cultures have the practice of giving a child two or more given names, which would not be appropriate according to the Islamic naming system. In Islam, the child is given one name, then the second name is the father's name or family name, and the third name is the grandfather's name or family name. (I won't get into Kunyas and geographical attributions - you can read some of the articles below for details on those).

In reality it's simple. A Muslim name should have a good meaning. It should not have a negative connotation, and should not relate to a false deity or an un-Islamic practice. It does not have to be an Arabic name, but in practice many Islamic names are Arabic because of their sources. For example, the Quran is a wonderful source for good names, as are the names of all the Prophets, the names of the Sahabah, and the names of Allah (with "Abd" in front).

Names for Muslim Boys

Abdul-Aleem Servant of the Omniscient Abdul-Aalee Servant of the Most High
Abdul Azeem Servant of the Mighty Abdul-Azeez Servant of the Mighty, the Powerful
Abdul-Baari Servant of the Creator Abdul-Baasit Servant of the Extender, Creator
Abdul-Fataah Servant of the Opener (of the gates of sustenance) Abdul-Jabaar Servant of the Mighty
Abdul-Ghafaar Servant of the Forgiver Abdul-Ghafoor Servant of the Forgiver
Abdul-Haady Servant of the Guide Abdul-Haafiz Servant of the Protector
Abdul-Haq Servant of the Truth Abdul-Hakam Servant of the Arbitrator
Abdul-Hakeem Servant of the Wise Abdul-Haleem Servant of the Mild, Patient
Abdul-Hameed Servant of the Praiseworthy, the Ever-Praised Abdul-Haseeb Servant of the Respected, Esteemed
Abdul-Jaleel Servant of the Great, Revered Abdul-Qaadir Servant of the Capable
Abdul-Kareem Servant of the Noble, Generous Abdul-Lateef Servant of the Kind
Abdul-Majeed Servant of the Glorious Abdul-Muiz Servant of the Giver of Might and Glory
Abdul-Mutaal Servant of the Most High Abdul-Mujeeb Servant of the Responder
Abdul-Mateen Servant of the Firm, Strong Abdul-Muhaimin Servant of the Supervising, the Guardian, the Protector
Abdul-Nasser Servant of the Helper, Granting Victory Abdul-Qudoos Servant of the Most Holy
Abdul-Qahaar Servant of the Subduer, the Almighty Abdul-Raafi' Servant of the One Who Raises (intellect, esteem), Elevates
Abdul-Raheem Servant of the Most Compassionate Abdul-Rahmaan Servant of the Mercifully Gracious
Abdul-Rasheed Servant of the Rightly Guided Abdul-Razaaq Servant of the Maintainer, the Provider
Abdul-Salaam Servant of the Peace Abdul-Raouf Servant of the Most Merciful
Abdul-Khaaliq Servant of the Creator Abdul-Saboor Servant of the Patient
Abdul-Samad Servant of the Eternal Abdul-Samee' Servant of the All-Hearing
Abdullah Servant of God Abdul-Shakoor Servant of the Most Thankful
Abdul-Tawaab Servant of the Forgiver Abdul-Wadood Servant of the Loving
Abdul-Waahid Servant of the One Abdul-Wahaab Servant of the Giver
Abaan Old Arabic name Abbas Description of a lion
Al Abbas Description of a lion Abedin Worshippers
Abed Worshipper Adnan Proper name
Adham Black Ashraf More Honorable
Aadil Just Afeef Chaste, Modest
Ahmad Commendable, Praiseworthy Akram Most Generous
Alaa Nobility, Excellence Alaa Udeen Excellence of Religion
Ali Excellent, Noble Ameen Faithful, Trustworthy
Ameer Ruler, Prince Amjad More Glorious
Aamir Populous, Full, Prosperous Ammar The builder, constructor, one who prays and fasts a great deal
Amr Old Arabic name Anas A group of people (as opposed to other creatures)
Anees Close friend Aarif Acquainted, Knowledgable
Awad Reward, Compensation Ayoob A Prophet's name
Ayman Lucky, On the right Aws Name of a tree
Azhar The most shining, Luminous Azzaam Determined, Resolved
Abu Bakr The companion of Prophet Muhammad Abul Khayr One who does good
Aasim Protector Asif Forgivness
Ataa Gift Arsh Dominion , Crown
Badr Udeen Full moon of the Faith Baha Beautiful, Magnificent
Baha Udeen The magnificent of the Faith Baahir Dazzling, Brilliant
Bahiy Udeen The magnificent of the Faith Bashaar Bringer of glad tidings
Basel Brave Basaam Smiling
Baasim Smiling Bilal The Prophet's Muezzin(person who calls to prayer)
Bishr Joy Burhaan Proof
Dawoud A Prophet's name Dhul Fiqaar The name of the Prophet's Sword
Diyaa Udeen Brightness of the Faith Fadi Redeemer
Fadl Outstanding, Honorable Fadl Ullah The excellence of God
Fahad Lynx Faisal Decisive
Faakhir Proud, Excellent Fakhry Honorary
Fareed Unique Faaris Horseman, Knight
Faarooq He who distinguishes truth from falsehood Fateen Clever, Smart
Fawaz Successful Fidaa Redemption, Sacrifice
Faris Perspicacity Fuad Heart
Ghaalib Victor Ghasaan Old Arabic name
Ghaazi Conqueror Ghiyaath Succorer
Haady Guiding to the right Haamid Praising (God), Loving (God)
Hamza Lion Haani Happy, Delighted, Content
Humam Courageous and generous Haarith Plowman, Old Arabic name
Haaroon A Prophet's name Hassan Beautiful
Haashim Name of the Prophet's grandfather, Old Arabic name Hassaan Beautiful
Haatim Judge Haytham Young hawk
Haashim Generosity Huthayfa Old Arabic name
Husaam Sword Husaam Udeen The sword of the Faith
Ihsaan Beneficence Hussein Beautiful
Houd A Prophet's name Ibraheem A Prophet's name
Idrees A Prophet's name Ikrimah Female of a pigeon
Imaad Support, Pillar Imaad Udeen The pillar of the Faith
Imraan A Prophet's name Irfaan Thankfulness
Iesa A Prophet's name Is-haaq A Prophet's name
Isaam Safeguard Ismaael A Prophet's name
Izz Udeen Might of the Faith Jaabir Consoler, Comforter
Jaafar Rivulet Jalaal Glory of the Faith
Jamaal Beauty Jamaal Udeen Beauty of the Faith
Jameel Beautiful Jihad To Strive for
Jawad Openhanded, Generous Kamal Perfection
Kaamil Perfect Kareem Generous, Noble
Khairy Charitable, Beneficent Khair Udeen The good of the Faith
Khaldoon Old Arabic name Khalid Eternal
Khaleel Friend Khuzaymah Old Arabic name
Labeeb Sensible, Intelligent Luqmaan A Prophet's name
Lutfi Kind and friendly Lu'ay Proper name
Ma'n Benefit Ma'd An old Arabian tribe's name
Mahdy Guided to the right path Maahir Skilled
Mahmoud Praised Makeen Strong, Firm
Majd Glory Majd Udeen The glory of the Faith
Majdy Glorious Mamdouh One who is commended, Praised, Glorified
Mamnoon Trustworthy Mansour Aided (by God), Victorious
Marwan Old Arabic name Marzouq Blessed (by God), Fortunate
Masoud Happy, Lucky Maysarah Ease, Comfort
Maazin Proper name Misbaah Lamp
Muaath Protected Ma'awiya A young dog or fox (First Umayyad Khalifah)
Muayid Supported Muhammad Praised
Muhannad Sword Mufeed Useful
Muhsin Beneficent, Charitable Muhtady Rightly guided
Mujaahid Fighter (in the way of Allah) Mukhtaar Chosen
Munthir Warner, Cautioner Muneer Brilliant, Shining
Muntasir Victorious Murtadhy Satisfied, Content
Moosa A Prophet's name Musad Unfettered camel
Muslim Submitting himself to God Mustafa Chosen (One of the Prophet Muhammad's names)
Mutasim Adhering (to Faith, to God) Mutazz Proud, Mighty
Mutaa Obeyed Mutee Obedient
Muwafaq Successful Nabhan Noble, Outstanding
Nabeeh Noble, Outstanding Nabeel Noble
Natheer Warner Nadeem Friend
Naadir Dear, Rare Naeem Comfort, Ease, Tranquil
Najeeb Of noble descent Naajy Safe
Najm Udeen The star of the Faith Naa'il Acquirer, Earner
Naasih Advisor Naseem Fresh air
Nasser Udeen Protector of the Faith Nawfal Generous, Old Arabic name for the sea
Nazeeh Pure, Chaste Naathim Arranger, Adjuster
Nooh A Prophet's name Nu'man (Blood) Old Arabic name
Noori Shining Noor Udeen Brightness of the Faith
Omar Life, long living Omran Solid structure
Omeir Long living Ossama One of the names of the lion.
Qasim Divider Qatadah A hardwood tree
Qays Firm Qudamah Courage
Qutaybah Irritable, Impatient Rabah Gainer
Rabee' Spring Rafee' Kind friend
Ragheb Desirous Ra'ed Leader
Rajab The seventh month of the Muslim year Raakin Respectful
Raamiz Symbol Rashad Integrity of conduct
Rashid Rightly guided, Having the true Faith Raatib Arranger
Ridha Contentment Ridhwan Acceptance, Good will, Name of the keeper of the Gates of Heaven
Riyadh Gardens Sabeeh Beautiful
Saabir Patient Safiy Best friend
Safwan Old Arabic name (rocks) Saahir Wakeful
Saad Good luck Saeed Happy, Rivulet
Saajid One who worships God Salah Righteousness
Salah Udeen The righteousness of the Faith Saalih Good, Righteous
Salem Safe Saleem Safe
Salman Safe Sameer Entertaining companion (man)
Samir Entertaining companion Saariyah Clouds at night
Sayf Udeen Sword of the Faith Sayid Master
Shaady Singer Shafeeq Compassionate, Tender
Shareef Distinguished, Noble Shihab Flame, Blaze
Siraaj Lamp, Light Subhy Early morning
Suhayb Of reddish hair or complexion Suhail Name of a star
Sulayman A Prophet's name Suoud Good luck
Taahir Chaste, Modest Talal Nice, Admirable
Talha Kind of tree Tamam Generous
Taamir One who knows dates Tarfah Kind of tree
Tareef Rare, Uncommon Tariq Name of a star
Tawfeeq Success, Reconciliation Tayseer Facilitation
Taymullah Servant of God Thaabit Firm
Thaqib Shooting Star Ubaadah Old Arabic name
Ubaidah Servant of God Ubay Old Arabic name
Umar Old Arabic name (Second Khalifah) Umaarah Old Arabic name
Umair Old Arabic name Uqbah The end of everything
Usaamah Description of a lion Utbah Old Arabic name
Wadee' Calm, Peaceful Waahid Single, Exclusively, Unequalled
Wafeeq Successful Waa'il Coming back (for shelter)
Wajeeh Noble Waleed Newborn child
Waliyullah Supporter of God Waliyudeen Supporter of the Faith
Waseem Graceful, Good looking Yahyaa A Prophet's name
Yaman Proper name Yasaar Ease, Wealth
Yaaseen One of the Prophet Muhammad's names Yasir Wealthy
Yazeed To increase, Grow, Enhance Yoonus A Prophet's name
Yoosuf A Prophet's name Zaafir Victorious
Zaahid Abstemious, Ascetic Zakariya A Prophet's name
Zakiy Pure Zayd Superabundance
Ziyad Superabundance Zuhayr Bright
Zaahir Bright, Shining    

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