101 Beautiful and Devout Muslim Boy Names
Our pick of the top Muslim male names are sure to inspire any new parents.
- Aayan – meaning “God’s gift,” this name is perfect for a new baby “blessing.”
- Abbas – meaning “stern, lion,” Abbas connotes strength, justice, and pride, great qualities to bestow upon a son.
- Abdel – means “servant,” a common variant of Abdul, short for Abdullah.
- Abdullah – meaning “servant of God,” one of the most famous and devout Muslim male names.
- Adam – meaning “earth,” this Arabic and Hebrew prophet first name is popular internationally.
- Adeel – a name full of character, meaning “fair, virtuous,” and “righteous.”
- Adnan – a soft Arabic name meaning “settler.”
- Afan – this name’s “chaste, modest” meaning gives it a sweet, humble appeal.
- Aftab – a radiant Palestinian boy’s name meaning “sunshine.”
- Ahsan – arguably “the best” of Islamic boy names to suit babies who are absolute “perfection.”
- Ali – an internationally popular namemeaning “high, elevated, sublime.”
- Amir – a regal name for your new baby “prince.”
- Anas – this name may be short, but it oozes “love” and “affection.”
- Aqib – meaning “successor,” a good pick for your new little namesake.
- Arif – for a baby beyond his years, this cute name means “wise, smart, and acquainted.”
- Asad– an Arabic boy’s namefor a fierce little “lion.”
- Asim – meaning “savior, protector, defender,” a noble name for a warrior, also seen as Assem or Asem.
- Atif – a virtuous meaning for a man considered a “kind one.”
- Bakr – means “young camel,” one of the more unique picks among Muslim boy names.
- Basir – you can expect lads with this “wise” Islamic name to get straight As!
- Bilal – means “freshness, water, and moisture,” Bilal is perfect for a baby born on a beautifully dewy morning.
- Dabeer – this unisex Iranian name means “teacher,” which is great for a little knowledge-seeker.
- Danish – would suit any smart cookie, meaning “knowledge.”
- Daniyal – a form of Daniel, meaning “God is my judge,” also spelled Danial.
- Dawod – a version of the Hebrew David, meaning “beloved.”
- Emir – a beautiful and commanding word name after a high military rank or noble status.
- Eshaal – a Quranic unisex name with the enchanting meanings of “paradise flower” and “kindled.”
- Esmat – another unisex Quranic name, meaning “highness, majesty.”
- Fadel – a traditional Arabic name meaning “virtuous, honorable, excellent.”
- Faisal – or Faysal, both great names for little “decisive rulers.”
- Fayez – meaning “one who is always victorious,” this is a certain “winner” among Muslim names for boys.
- Hadi – a short yet strong Islamic name meaning “guide.”
- Haider – a mighty name fit for a “lion” cub.
- Hammad – this “praiseworthy” name will make any child want to rejoice.
- Hamza – a “strong, steadfast” pick among Islamic male names to admire.
- Haris – means “guardian,” a perfect name for an Arabic angel.
- Harun – meaning “mountain of strength,” a strong Arabic variant of Aaron.
- Haseeb – a nice, respectable Arabic name for a “noble” baby boy.
- Hashim – a modern Pakistani name from Arabic, meaning “crusher.”
- Hikmat – a gender-neutral nameafter an Islamic term meaning “wisdom.”
- Hussain – a “beautiful, handsome” name for a charming chap.
- Ibrahim – a beautiful and significant Quranic name meaning “father of many.”
- Iman – meaning “faithful,” Iman is a popular pick among Muslim boy names.
- Imran – a highly popular Arabic name meaning “strength, prosperity.”
- Irfan – meaning “wisdom, learning, awareness,” this name would suit a future teacher or leader!
- Ishaaq – a prophet name and form of Isaac, meaning “he will rejoice.”
- Jamal – this divine Arabic name radiates “beauty.”
- Kairo – like an African capital city, Kairo is a triumphant Arabic name for a “victorious one.”
- Kamal – a hot Arabic name for a lad who radiates “excellence, integrity.”
- Kamran – a Persian male namefor a “prosperous, fortunate” little lad.
- Karim – also spelled Kareem, a beautiful name meaning “noble, generous.”
- Kashif – great for a little “pioneer,” this Islamic male name is ready to “reveal and discover.”
- Khalil – or Khaleel, a lovely name for a new little “friend.”
- Laraib – meaning “undoubting,” is a beautiful pick among Arabic male names for sure!
- Maaz – meaning “shelter, refuge,” this name feels like a safe option.
- Malik – a hot Arabic name for a “king.”
- Mansour – meaning “victorious one,” this Arabic name is worthy of true champions.
- Mohamed – is one of the most respectable Muslim male names, meaning “praiseworthy.”
- Muhammad – a very popular variant of Mohamed, with other common alternatives including Mohammad, Mohamad, etc.
- Nabeel – a “noble” choice among Arabic male names, also spelled Nabil.
- Nadeem – a chirpy name to bestow upon your new best “friend.”
- Naeem – this vowel-heavy Arabic name is cozy in its meaning of “comfort, ease.”
- Najib – full of stature and nobility, this Arabic name means “distinguished, high-born.”
- Naseem – meaning “breeze,” this dreamy name is easygoing and charming.
- Nishtar – this sharp meaning of “scalpel” is offset by having Nish as a cute-as-can-be nickname.
- Noman – meaning “blessed,” or a form of the Arabic name Nu’man, meaning “blood, red.”
- Nusrat – meaning “victorious one,” this unisex pick is fit for a champion.
- Omar – a “flourishing” Arabic name, also meaning “long-lived.”
- Omid – common and virtuous, this unique unisex name means “hope.”
- Owais – a form of Uwais, with the feisty, outdoorsy meaning of “wolf.”
- Rashid – or Rasheed, both Arabic names meaning “rightly-guided,” for boys of the truest faith.
- Rayyan – or Rayan, after one of the gates to paradise in Islamic tradition.
- Ridwan – meaning “satisfaction,” this name just does the trick.
- Rishi – full of intellect and romance, this cute Sanskrit name means “sage, poet.”
- Rohaan – a “spiritual” name for a baby worshiper, popular among Indian Muslims.
- Saad – an upbeat Quranic name meaning “happiness, friend.”
- Sajid – a pure Arabic name for “one who bows down to God,” full of devotion and honor.
- Saleem – bestow security on your son with this beautiful name meaning “safe.”
- Salman – also meaning “safe, secure,” this virtuous name is full of loyalty and sincerity.
- Sameer – or Samir, fit for a “charming friend” for “evening conversation.”
- Saqib – a cute name for a “bright, sharp, and insightful” little star.
- Shahbaz – meaning “royal falcon,” this animal-inspired nameis watchful and quick.
- Shia – meaning “followers” after the Islamic movement.
- Shiraz – meaning “sweet,” this name would be perfect for your precious baby boy.
- Sohail – a radiant name for a shining star, meaning “gentle, even.”
- Sufian – meaning “companion, friend” or “fast-moving,” Sufian is certainly an Islamic name to watch.
- Umair – from the same root as Omar, Umair means “prosperous and long-lived.”
- Umar – another alternative to Omar, offering all the same grace and prosperity.
- Usama – this animal-inspired name meaning “lion”is full of power and roar.
- Usman – meaning “wise, intuitive,” a powerful option to bestow upon a smart little lad.
- Waleed – or Walid, are both beautiful Arabic baby names thanks to their meaning of “newborn.”
- Waqas – fit for any “warrior,” this is a badass pick among Muslim guy names.
- Yahya – means “God is gracious,” a true and devoted name for Muslim men.
- Yasir – meaning “easy, rich,” this name is for a well-to-do little boy.
- Younus – or Yunus, a sweet form of Jonah with the peaceful meaning of “dove.”
- Yousuf – or Yusuf, both Arabic forms of Joseph, meaning “God will add.”
- Zahid – for a baby “devoted to God,” you can’t go wrong with this spiritual name.
- Zain – or Zane, Zayn, meaning “beauty, grace,” a popular pick among American Muslim male names.
- Zakariya – the Arabic form of the Hebrew Zachariah, meaning “God has remembered,” with cute nicknames: Zak or Zaki.
- Zohaib – anyone with this Muslim male name is set to be a “king” or “leader” in life.
- Zubair – this “strong, brave” name may also be seen as Zubayr, Zuberi, or Zubir.
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