Muslim Baby Names for Boys & Girls — With Meaning

Choosing a meaningful name is a treasured tradition in Muslim families, reflecting identity, faith, and culture. Explore names from Arabic, Persian, and Urdu—many inspired by the Quran, Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), and Islamic history—with clear meanings in English, Hindi, and Urdu.

Popular examples include Ayaan, often interpreted as “gift of God,” and Zoya, commonly understood as “life” or “alive,” symbolizing values like faith, hope, and virtue. A prophetic teaching also encourages choosing good names: “You will be called by your names and your fathers’ names on the Day of Resurrection—so choose good names.” (Sunan Abu Dawood)