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Muslim Names

Muslim names are significant, powerful choices, as they are chosen not only for their sounds, but for their meanings. In Islam, names are considered to be a blessing upon the child and convey noble, spiritual values. Arabic names and names from the Quran are especially popular among Muslims. Muhammad, the name of the primary Prophet of Islam, is widely considered to be the most common name in the world, all spellings combined. Many Muslim names rank among popular names USA, but they are more common in the UK, where there is a larger Muslim population proportionately. The top Muslim names in England are Layla for girls and Muhammad for boys. Along with Layla, other Muslim girl names in the US Top 1000 include Aaliyah, Ayla, Kamila, and Nyla. In addition to Muhammad, other Muslim boy names in the US Top 1000 include Amir, Khalil, Zayn, and Ali. Unique Muslim names that work across cultures include Aziza, Marjani, and Sidra for girls, and Faris, Laith, and Zaki for boys. If you are searching for the perfect Muslim name for your child, consult our list below.

Ammiras The name Ammiras is the other form of the na...
Origin:Arabic, 'commander"
5943
Qadir

Meaning: capable, powerful

Origin:Arabic
4121
Ayaz

Meaning: frost

Origin:Turkish and Azerbaijani
5143
Raheem

Meaning: empathetic, merciful

Origin:Variation of Rahim, Arabic
6234
Omer

Meaning: sheaf of corn

Origin:Hebrew
6592
Kamil

Meaning: perfect

Origin:Arabic
3816
Ibrahim Ibrahim is of Arabic origin and it is tradit...
Origin:Arabic variation of Abraham
2463
Ayan

Meaning: fortune

Origin:Somali
2508
Ahmad

Meaning: greatly praised

Origin:Arabic
5938
Kareem

Meaning: noble, generous

Origin:Arabic
2745
Yusha

Meaning: God is salvation

Origin:Arabic
2086
Yasir

Meaning: wealthy, prosperous

Origin:Arabic
2138
Arshia

Meaning: throne

Origin:Arabic, Persian, and Urdu
2142
Arshia

Meaning: throne

Origin:Arabic, Persian, and Urdu
22615
Hamzah

Meaning: lion or strong

Origin:Arabic
2189
Nasir

Meaning: helper

Origin:Arabic
2195
Bashir

Meaning: the one who brings good news

Origin:Arabic
2375
Aayan

Meaning: long night; era

Origin:Persian or Arabic
2428
Zayan

Meaning: handsome

Origin:Arabic
2479
Salman

Meaning: safety

Origin:Arabic
2501