Did you know that there are eleven different ways to say 'love' in Arabic?
The most common, 'hubb,' comes from the same root word as the Arabic word for 'seed'; because love has the potential to grow and blossom into something beautiful. If you're searching for the perfect baby name for your baby boy, there are many poignant and meaningful names that are derived from the beautiful Arabic language.
Arabic baby names are most popular in the Middle East, where the language originates, but can also be found in areas of the world such as the Indian subcontinent, southeast Asia, and northern Africa.
Whether you're looking for a baby name that's popular or something that will stand out from the crowd, Arabic has some brilliant options for your baby boy. These Arabic baby names each carry an interesting meaning in the Arabic language. These meanings include names of spiritual importance, names related to nature and the earth, and names that show strength and personality. Although they are often quite short, Arabic boy baby names are built on centuries of naming tradition and may just include the perfect choice for your baby boy.
Rahim, which means 'to be kind' or 'show mercy.'
Talib, which means 'one who seeks.'
Riyad, which means 'garden.' This name has increased in popularity due to Riyad Mahrez, an Algerian footballer who plays for Manchester City.
Bahjat, which means 'happiness.'
Dalmazio, Meaning: from Dalmatia Origin: Latin ~ View Detail
Khalifa, which means 'successor' or 'caliphate.' This name reminds people of iconic rapper and songwriter Cameron Jibril Thomaz's stage name Wiz Khalifa.
Kadin, which means 'friend' or 'companion.'
Shaquille,which means 'handsome.' The popularity to this name is much contributed to one of the most famous basketball players Shaquille O'Neal.
Muhammad, which means 'to praise' or 'to thank.' This name is the most common name in the Arabic world, and is well-known for being the name taken by one of the greatest boxers of all time, Muhammad Ali, following his conversion to Islam.
Ajmal, which means 'very handsome.'
Jalil, which means 'great' or 'exalted.'
Bassam, which means 'smiling.'
Pompey, Meaning: five Origin: Latin ~ View Detail
Jabari, which means 'courageous.'
Shukri, which means 'thanking.'
Jafar, which means 'small stream.'
Farouk, which means 'able to distinguish between right and wrong.'
Shakur, which means 'thankful.' Who doesn't know Tupac Shakur? The most influential rapper to ever live had an Arabic last name.
Iyad, which means 'pigeon.'
Argento, Meaning: silvery Origin: Latin
Salman, which means 'safe.' This Arabic boys' name is known for being that of the British-Indian author Salman Rushdie.
Jahid, which means 'hard worker.'
Qadir, which means 'full of power.'
Louay, which means 'shield' or 'protector.'
Fayez, which means 'victorious.'
Ghayth, which means 'rain.'
Jubair, which means 'mender.'
Gardener, Meaning: keeper of the garden Origin: English
Marwan, which mean 'Leader.'
Monico, Meaning: advisor Origin: Male variation of Monica, Latin
Rami, which means 'The one who throws an arrow.'
Hosni, which means 'good looking.'
Arif, which means 'knowing' or 'expert.'
Omar, which means 'to flourish' or 'to thrive.'
Taj, which means 'crown.' Though this name's fame is due to Taj Mahal, It became even more popular after Chicago Bulls player Taj Gibbons.
Hadid, which means 'iron.' This Arabic name rose to fame all over the world after the American supermodel Gigi Hadid.
Jabir, which means 'one who comforts.'
Ghazzan, which means 'One who comes from the city of Gaza.'
Halil, which means 'intimate friend.'
Farhan, which means 'happy' or 'cheerful.'
Balbo, Meaning: mutterer Origin: Latin
Fazil, which means 'superior.'
Sergeant, Meaning: to serve Origin: Latin
Kamal, which means 'excellence.'
Waleed, which means 'newly born baby.'
Mahdi, which means 'guided well.'
Naeem, which means 'blessing' or 'comfort.'
Ahmed, which means 'praiseworthy.'
Asad, which means 'lion.'
Zameer, which means 'beautiful voice.'
Hedi, which means 'leader' or 'guide.' This Arabic name is known for being that of Hedi Slimane, a famous French photographer and fashion designer.
Adil, which means 'wise' or 'insightful.'
Azzam, which means 'resolute.'
Fikri, which means 'thoughtful' or 'intelligent.'
Shahzad, which means 'prince' or 'son of the king.'
Ashraf, which means 'most honorable one' or 'noble.'
Proctor, Meaning: official, administrator Origin: Latin
Haris, which means 'cultivator.'
Amal, which means 'to have hope.'
November, Meaning: month name Origin: English word name
Aziz, which means 'strong' or 'powerful.' This already common name became well-known in the US due to one of the most successful comedians Aziz Ansari.
Wasim, which means 'handsome.'
Farah, which means 'joy.' British long-distance runner Mo Farah, who won four Olympic gold medals at the 2012 and 2016 Olympic Games, is the most famous holder of this Arabic name.
Leith, which means 'lion.'
Zinedine, which means 'beauty of religion.' Former French footballer and current Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane is a famous bearer of this Arabic name, having been born to Algerian Muslim parents.
Sadiq, which means 'loyal' or 'true.' This Arabic baby name is perhaps best known as that of the current Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan.
Faisal, which means 'judge.'
Ali, which means 'high' or 'exalted.'
Khalid, which means 'lives forever.' This Arabic boy name gained fame as a result of the rise of the American singer Khalid.
Mansour, which means 'has divine help.'
Sharif, which means 'honest' or 'truthful.'
Zubayr, which means 'brave' or 'strong.'
Hakim, which means 'wise.'
Ahmad, which means 'praiseworthy.'
Abdul, which means 'servant to God.'
Yasin, which means 'famous' or 'wealthy.'
Mohamed, which means 'to praise' or 'to thank.' This name is popular throughout the Muslim world, and is famous in the UK because of British Olympic long-distance runner Mohamed "Mo" Farah and Liverpool's Egyptian footballer, Mohamed Salah.
Hafiz, which means 'guardian' or 'custodian.'
Hassan, which means 'handsome.'
Cairo, which means 'one who is victorious.'
Quirino, Meaning: a spearman, a warrior Origin: Latin
Saif, which means 'sword.'
Murtaza, which means 'chosen.'
Ghufran, which means 'forgiveness.'
Kahlil, which means 'close friend.'
Habib, which means 'beloved' or 'darling.'
Anwar, which means 'brighter.'
Sarto, Meaning: mender Origin: Latin
Yusuf, which means 'God shall add.'
Columbo, Meaning: dove Origin: Latin
Askari, which means 'soldier.'
Hussein, which means 'beautiful' or 'handsome.'
Riaz, which means 'meadows' or 'garden.'
Aman, which means 'God with us.'
Haydar, which means 'lion.'
Nasir, which means 'supporter.'
Fortney, Meaning: strong one Origin: Latin
Salem, which means 'safe' or 'protected.'
Hamza, which means 'strong' or 'steadfast.'
Jawad, which means 'liberal' or 'generous'
Salah, which means 'righteousness.' This name is well-known in the UK due to the popularity of Liverpool footballer Mohamed Salah, who is from the Arabic-speaking country of Egypt in North Africa.
Rayyan, which means 'luxuriant.'
Shakir, which means 'thankful.'
Noor, which means 'light.'
Yunus, which means 'dove.'
Idris, which means 'interpreter.' This name is well-known in the UK as a result of the fame of the British actor Idris Elba.
Fahim, which means 'scholar' or 'learned man.'
Zakariyya, which means 'God remembers.'
Zaki, which means 'without sin.'
Tariq, which means 'one who knocks on the door at night.'
Karim, which means 'generous' or 'noble person.'
Masood, which means 'good luck.'
Akeem, which means 'knowledgeable' or 'wise.'
Zaire, which means 'river.'
Rizwan, which means 'satisfaction.' This Arabic baby name has become more popular thanks to Rizwan "Riz" Ahmed, a British actor and rapper.
Mustafa, which means 'chosen one.'
Haytham, which means 'young eagle.'
Bilal, which means 'water' or 'moisture.'
Shahid, which means 'witness.'
Musharraf, which means 'to be honored.'
Qasim, which means 'one who distributes.'
Zain, which means 'beauty' or 'grace.' This name was made popular in the UK by former One Direction star Zain Malik, although he goes by the stage name 'Zayn.'
Latif, which means 'kindness' or 'gentleness.'
Rabi, which means 'springtime.'
Irfan, which means 'knowledge' or 'awareness.'
Rashad, which means 'good sense.'
Tawfiq, which means 'fortunate' or 'successful.'
Kareem, which means 'generous' or 'noble person.' This Arabic boys' name was made famous by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who is widely seen as one of the greatest basketball players of all time.
Odai, which means 'Sunrise.'
Nadir, which means 'beloved' or 'uncommon.'
Asim, which means 'protector.'
Badr, which means 'full moon.'
Emir, which means 'chief' or 'commander.'
Jamal, which means 'handsome' or 'beautiful.'
Tullio, Origin: Modern form of Roman Tullius, meaning unknown
Saladin, which means 'religious righteousness.'
Gemini, Meaning: twins Origin: Latin
Bashar, which means 'bringing good news.'
Samir, which means 'mountain' or 'hill.'
Tahir, which means 'virtuous' or 'pure.'
Ehsan, which means 'charitable.'
Afif,which means 'Modest.'
Adnan, which means 'settler.'
Malik, which means 'king.' This Muslim name is well-known in the UK thanks to pop star Zain (Zayn) Malik.
Abbas, which means 'stern.'
Deen, which means 'religion.'
Ibrahim, which means 'father of many.'
Mahmud, which means 'praising' or 'thanking.'
Abdullah, which means 'servant to God.'
Ikram, which means 'honor.'
Jabbar, which means 'powerful.'
Mamadou, which means 'powerful.'
Sultan, which means 'ruler' or 'king.'
Morrie, Origin: Latin, diminutive of Maurice
Kader, which means 'power.'
Maruf, which means 'favor' or 'kindness.'
Hamid, which means 'to praise.'
Amir, which means 'prince.'
Harun, which means 'warrior lion.'
Fazli, which means 'kind.'
Said, which means 'happy' or 'lucky.'
Rafiq, which means 'kind' or 'compassionate friend.'
Tamir, which means 'rich man.'
Fidelis, Origin: Latin
Paine, Meaning: villager, country-dweller Origin: Latin
Muhammed, which means 'to praise' or 'to thank.'
Barack, which means 'blessing.' Former US President Barack Obama, who is of Kenyan descent, is the most famous person with this Arabic boy name.
Iqbal, which means 'fortunate.'
