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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.

سلمان

Safe, peaceful, free from defects. Name of Salman al-Farsi, a noble companion of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

طارق

The morning star (named in Surah At-Tariq in Quran). Also the name of Tariq ibn Ziyad, the conqueror of Andalusia.

زيد

Growth, abundance. Name of Zayd ibn Harithah, beloved companion of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the only Sahabi mentioned by name in Quran.

آدم

The first human and prophet (peace be upon him), created by God from earth. The name relates to the Hebrew word for "earth" or "ground".

إدريس

Name of Prophet Idris (Enoch). The name is associated with knowledge and learning; described in Quran as "a man of truth, a prophet".

نوح

Rest, comfort (from Hebrew). Name of Prophet Noah, builder of the ark that survived the Great Flood. Has a Surah named after him in the Quran.

سليمان

Peaceful (from Hebrew Solomon). Name of Prophet Sulaiman, son of David, the wise king who ruled over jinn, wind, and birds per Islamic tradition.

داوود

Beloved (from Hebrew David). Name of Prophet Dawood, the prophet-king who received the Psalms (Zabur) and was famed for his beautiful voice.

موسى

Drawn from water (from ancient Egyptian). Name of Prophet Moses, who spoke directly with God and led the Israelites out of Egypt.

عيسى

Salvation (from Hebrew). Name of Prophet Jesus, son of Mary, a great prophet in Islam who will return at the end of times.

يحيى

He shall live. Name of Prophet John the Baptist; Quran 19:7 highlights "no one before him bore this name".

يعقوب

Heel-holder (from Hebrew). Name of Prophet Yaqub (Jacob), father of Yusuf and the twelve tribes of Israel.

إسماعيل

God hears (from Hebrew). Name of Prophet Ismail (Ishmael), son of Abraham, ancestor of the Arabs and lineage of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

حمزة

Lion (one of Arabic words for lion). Name of Hamza ibn Abdul-Muttalib, uncle of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, known as "Lion of God".

سعد

Good fortune, happiness. Name of Saad ibn Abi Waqqas, one of the ten promised paradise by Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

خليل

Intimate friend, beloved. The epithet given to Prophet Abraham in the Quran (4:125): "And Allah took Abraham as a friend".

كريم

Generous, noble, honorable. One of the 99 names of Allah (Al-Karim). Reflects nobility of character and generosity.

فيصل

Decisive ruler, the one who separates truth from falsehood. A sharp sword. Popular in royal families.

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).

نور

Light, radiance. A surah in the Quran is named An-Nur. One of the names of Allah (An-Nur). Used for both genders.

ريم

White antelope, gazelle. A classic Arabic poetic name evoking elegance, large beautiful eyes, and grace.

لينا

Tender young palm tree (mentioned in Quran 59:5). Conveys softness, gentleness, and grace.

ياسمين

Jasmine flower (from Persian). A fragrant white blossom; the name has spread to nearly every culture worldwide.

سارا

Princess (variant of Sarah). A truly universal name shared across cultures, languages, and religions.

هدى

Guidance, right path. A central concept in Islam, frequently mentioned in the Quran as divine guidance.