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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.

Muhammad

Meaning: praiseworthy

Origin:Arabic
1538
Kabir

Meaning: the great

Origin:Arabic
1550
Faris

Meaning: rider, knight

Origin:Arabic
1571
Ishaan

Meaning: the sun

Origin:Hindi
1740
Youssef

Meaning: Jehovah increases

Origin:Variation of Yusuf, Arabic
1768
Ayaan

Meaning: God's gift

Origin:Arabic
1815
Zaid

Meaning: to increase

Origin:Arabic
1834
Yusuf

Meaning: Jehovah increases

Origin:Arabic variation of Joseph, Hebrew
1857
Ehan

Meaning: full moon

Origin:Arabic
1872
Furkan

Meaning: proof, testament

Origin:Turkish variation of Furqan, Arabic
8486
Mahir

Meaning: skilled

Origin:Arabic
8595
Origin:Armenian
8655
Rohaan Rohaan is a popular Indian name with multipl...
Origin:Sanskrit
8666
Babar

Meaning: tiger

Origin:Urdu
8785
Sufian

Meaning: slender

Origin:Malay and Arabic
9056
Aahil The name Aahil is of Arabic origin and the m...
Origin:Arabic
9107
Aalam

Meaning: world

Origin:Arabic
9108
Arham

Meaning: merciful

Origin:Arabic
9132
Samin Samin is rooted in Hindi. The meaning of Sam...
Origin:Hindi
9843
Samin Samin is rooted in Hindi. The meaning of Sam...
Origin:Hindi
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