How to Give Your Baby an Arabic Name

Perhaps you have a Middle Eastern background, or maybe you just like the sound of Arabic names. Either way, here are some Arabic names and meanings.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• Baby Names
• Genealogy Books
• Internet Access
• Computers
• Genealogy Software

1. Choose a happy, positive name for your child. For a girl, Sadiya means lucky, Najma or Najmah means star, and Shula means bright. For boys, Nazeer means friend, Najee means friendly and safe, Roni means joy is mine, and Shunnar means pleasant.

2. Decide on a strong name. For girls, Kala or Cala mean fortress or castle. For boys, Alam means universe, Makin means strong, Haidar means lion, Nizam means leader and Numair means panther.

3. Select a name that symbolizes wisdom and intelligence. For a girl, Rashieka means descended from royalty. For boys, Adil means wise and Arif means knowledgeable.

4. Choose a name synonymous with beauty. For girls, Zuhra means Venus; Azhar and Jessenia mean flowers. For boys, Cemal means attractive.

5. Name your son Akbar for greatest, Fadil for generous and Nailah for success.

6. Name your daughter Nureen for light, Aisha for life and Razi for my secret.

Tips & Warnings

• Keep in mind that these names come from various parts of the country and can be derived from different cultures. The spellings and meaning may vary slightly from region to region - check with your family or other resources if this is important in naming your child.