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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.

Idris

Meaning: lord; studious

Origin:Welsh; Arabic
710
Albi

Meaning: my heart

Origin:Arabic
735
Raif

Meaning: compassionate; wolf counsel

Origin:Arabic; English
779
Niam Niam is a beautiful name with a few possible...
Origin:Hindi
15860
Niam

Meaning: law or given by God

Origin:Hindi or Arabic
788
Mustafa

Meaning: the chosen one

Origin:Arabic
944
Rafi The meaning of Rafi is ‘exalted ’or ‘God hea...
Origin:Arabic, diminutive of Rafiq; Spanish, diminutive of Rafael
973
Jamal

Meaning: beauty

Origin:Arabic
2020
Hassan

Meaning: handsome

Origin:Arabic
2120
Origin:Bibical place-name
3680
Mina The name Mina is of English origins and it i...
Origin:Scottish diminutive, also Hindu equivalent of Pisces
1280
Aida

Meaning: happy

Origin:Arabic
601
Lula The name Lula is of English origins and it i...
Origin:Diminutive of any Lu name
578
Soraya

Meaning: Pleiades constellation

Origin:Persian
492
Iman

Meaning: faith

Origin:Arabic
2198
Vega

Meaning: swooping eagle; meadow

Origin:Arabic, Spanish
1662
Mahala

Meaning: tender

Origin:Hebrew and Arabic
1351
Inara

Meaning: shining light

Origin:Arabic
840
Farrah

Meaning: happiness

Origin:Arabic
918
Zahara

Meaning: to shine; flower

Origin:Hebrew; Swahili
996