Find a name with meaning.

محمد

The most praised one. Name of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, the founder of Islam. The most popular name in the world historically.

أحمد

The most praiseworthy. The other Quranic name of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, mentioned in Quran 61:6 as foretold by Jesus.

علي

The exalted, the high one. Name of Ali ibn Abi Talib, the fourth Caliph of Islam, cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

عمر

Life, long-lived. Name of Umar ibn al-Khattab, the second Caliph of Islam, famous for his justice and strength.

يوسف

God increases. Name of Prophet Joseph, who has an entire surah in the Quran named after him. Symbol of beauty, patience, and wisdom.

إبراهيم

Father of many nations. Name of Prophet Abraham, the patriarch of monotheism. Revered in Islam, Judaism, and Christianity.

حسن

Handsome, beautiful, good. Name of Hassan ibn Ali, grandson of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the second Shia Imam.

حسين

Little beautiful one (diminutive of Hassan). Name of Hussein ibn Ali, grandson of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and martyr of Karbala.

عبد الله

Servant of Allah. One of the names most beloved to Allah per a hadith. Name of Prophet Muhammad's father.

عبد الرحمن

Servant of the Most Merciful (Ar-Rahman, one of Allah's 99 names). Highly recommended in Islamic tradition.

خالد

Eternal, immortal. Name of Khalid ibn al-Walid, the legendary Muslim general known as "The Sword of Allah".

بلال

Moisture that quenches thirst. Name of Bilal ibn Rabah, the first muezzin (caller to prayer) in Islam.

مريم

Highly exalted lady (from Hebrew). Name of the Virgin Mary, mother of Prophet Jesus, the only woman named in the Quran with her own Surah.

فاطمة

One who weans / abstains. Name of Fatima al-Zahra, daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, called "Leader of the women of Paradise".

عائشة

Lively, vivacious. Name of Aisha bint Abi Bakr, wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, known for her vast knowledge and intelligence.

خديجة

Premature child (born before her time). Name of Khadijah, first wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the first Muslim convert.

زينب

A fragrant flowering tree. Name of Zainab, daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, and of the famous Zainab bint Ali.

رقية

One who ascends, or a spiritual incantation. Name of Ruqayyah, daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and wife of Caliph Uthman.

حفصة

Young lioness. Name of Hafsa bint Umar, wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and entrusted with the first compilation of the Quran.

سمية

High, elevated. Name of Sumayyah bint Khayyat, the first martyr of Islam and mother of the companion Ammar ibn Yasir.

أسماء

Names (plural). Name of Asma bint Abi Bakr, known as "Dhat al-Nitaqayn" (Owner of two belts), revered companion.

هاجر

Name of Hagar, wife of Prophet Abraham and mother of Ismail. Her search for water for her son inspired the Hajj rite of Sa'i between Safa and Marwa.

سلمى

Safe, free from harm. A classic Arabic name conveying peace, wellness, and integrity.

ليلى

Night, dark beauty. Made eternally famous by the legendary love story of Qais and Layla (the Arabic Romeo and Juliet).