It can be really hard deciding on a name for your daughter.
Egyptian names are some of the most beautiful, as they have been around for centuries. They have a rich history of meaning that crosses countries, cultures and time periods. From names of Egyptian origin, to Hebrew, Arabic and Greek, there are an array of names to choose from.
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Neith (Egyptian origin) meaning Divine Mother, Neith was the Goddess of Femininity.
Nour(Arabic origin) meaning light, for a shining, glowing baby girl.
Auset (Egyptian origin) meaning the throne.
Keket (Egyptian origin) meaning Goddess of Darkness, possessing leadership skills and independence.
Nefertiti (Ancient Egyptian origin) meaning beauty has arrived, Nefertiti was an Egyptian queen.
Tiye (Egyptian origin) referring to Tiye, the Queen and mother of Akhenaten, this name will imbue adventurous qualities in your child, a determined and strong personality.
Anippe (Egyptian origin) meaning Daughter of the Nile.
Shani (Hebrew origin) meaning a marvel, marvellous, for a wondrous and talented baby girl.
Edrice (English origin) from Eadric, meaning a 'prosperous ruler'.
Rashida (Arabic origin) meaning 'knows her own way', righteous and mature.
Zahra (Egyptian, Arabic origins) meaning flower, can be spelt Zara, also a Latin derived name.
Lotus(Greek origin) meaning purity, grace, for an exotic flower.
Ife (Yoruba origin) meaning love, this name is full of purity and everlasting beauty.
Anat (Semitic origin) meaning water spring, Anat is the Goddess of Fertility.
Layla (Arabic origin) meaning night, or born at night.
Rana (Arabic origin) meaning eye-catching, for a stunning baby girl, one whose beauty shines out from within.
Mariam (Greek and Hebrew origin) referring to the sister of Moses, meaning rebellion in Arabic.
Pili (Egyptian origin) meaning second born.
Fukayna (Egyptian origin) meaning knowing, knowledgeable and intelligent.
Heba (Arabic origin) meaning gift from God, a variation of the Greek name Hebe.
Dalilah (Hebrew origin) meaning delicate, featured in the Old Testament of the Bible.
Sara(Hebrew origin) variation of the name Sarah, meaning princess.
Hasina (Arabic name) meaning virtuous.
Jomana (Arabic origin) meaning silver pearl, a variation of the name Jumana.
Habibah (Arabic origin) meaning beloved, or sweetheart, many songs reference this.
Tauret (Egyptian origin) referring to the Goddess of pregnant women. Often, bearing this name imbues charismatic personality traits.
Mandisa(Egyptian and African origin) meaning sweet.
Bastet (Ancient Egyptian origin) meaning of the ointment jar.
Chione (Greek origin) meaning Snow Queen, Chione was the daughter of the Nile.
Nebetta (Ancient Egyptian) referring to the princess Ahmose Nebetta, from the 17th dynasty and means Child of the Moon, so fitting if your baby is born when the moon is shining bright.
Akila (Arabic origin) meaning intelligent, sensible and wise.
Aziza (Egyptian origin) meaning of great value, and precious.
Hafsah (Arabic origin) meaning lioness, female lion cub.
Nailah(Arabic origin) meaning one who attains, a great name for high achievers.
Rehema (Swahili origin) meaning compassionate, a soothing name that's spiritual and calming.
Mut (Ancient Egyptian origin) referring to the mythical mother and Goddess of War, worshipped at Thebes, in Greece.
Cliupatra (Egyptian and Sicilian origin) meaning 'she who brings glory to her father'. A variation of Cleopatra.
Ebonee (Egyptian origin) meaning dark and black wood.
Kissa (Egyptian origin) meaning sister of twins.
Zuberi (Egyptian origin) meaning strong, inspiring people of its name to be formidable, strong and motivated.
Maye (Norman origin) meaning the month of May, often attributed to a cheerful personality.
Asenath (Christian, Egyptian origin) meaning belongs to the Goddess Neith.
Onofria (Egyptian origin) meaning always glad, happy, for a child of joy.
Mesi (Egyptian origin) meaning water, which is necessary for life and nature, an important element.
Bennu (Egyptian origin) meaning to shine. The name Bennu is attributed as the inspiration behind the great Phoenix.
Masika(African origin) meaning baby born in rain.
Lapis (Persian origin) meaning azure blue stone, a name for a precious baby girl.
Atiyah (Persian origin) meaning gift, which is certainly what every baby is. This is the feminine version of the name Ata.
Lateefah (Arabic and African origin) meaning gentle, often children with this name are expressive.
Safiya(Arabic origin) meaning pure, for a baby of untouched beauty and wholeness.
Isis (Ancient Egyptian origin) meaning Goddess of Motherhood, one of the nine Gods of Ennad, a strong and formidable character.
Kissa (African origin) meaning first born daughter, or born after twins.
Maibe (Egyptian origin) meaning grave, a choice for a soulful child.
Osiris (Ancient Egyptian origin) meaning powerful and mighty.
Thema (African origin) meaning Queen, so if that's who you want your baby to embody, it's the perfect choice.
Heqet (Ancient Egyptian origin) meaning derived from Heqa, the word for ruler, Heqet is seen as the Goddess of Fertility.
Bahiti (Egyptian origin) meaning fortune.
Femi (Yoruba origin) meaning 'love me', short for Olufemi.
Nane(Greek origin) referring to the Armenian Goddess of War and Wisdom.
Khepri (Egyptian origin) is the God of Movement of the Sun, meaning to create, perfect for artists and creators alike.
Berenike (Greek origin) meaning 'she who brings victory'.
Nenet (Egyptian origin) meaning Goddess of the Deep, a mystical name for a baby girl of who has potential, reach and an avid explorer.
Tanit(Egyptian, Greek origin) referring to the name of Punic Goddess of Love.
Nubia(Egyptian origin) referring to the place Nubia. People with this name are said to be quiet, knowing and considerate.
Neema (Swahili origin) meaning born during good times, born in prosperity.
Hathor (Egyptian origin) meaning estate of Horus, standing for everything beautiful, like poetry, dance and song.
Farida(Arabic origin) meaning precious, often signifying something unique and valuable.
Rabia(Arabic origin) meaning Spring, and said to signify the number 4.
Amunet (Ancient Egyptian) meaning mythical, The Goddess of Mystery.
Gamila (Arabic, Swahili origin) meaning beautiful, a variation of the Islamic name Jamila.
Dendera (Arabic origin) which is actually a town west of the river Nile, known for its Ancient temple site.
Maat (Ancient Egyptian origin) meaning mythical Goddess of order, truth and justice. She was represented as a woman with an ostrich feather on her head.
Nephthys (Egyptian and Greek origin) meaning Lady of the House, often considered the Useful Goddess in cosmologies of Egypt.
Salma (Egyptian origin) meaning 'she who brings peace'.
Eshe (Swahili origin) meaning life and a variant of the Indian name Asha, and Arabic name Aisha.
