Top 111 Mesmerizing Arabic Girl Names For Your Baby
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Arabic culture is filled with mysticism and beauty, and using these great themes in selecting a good name for your baby girl only adds to her charm.
Arabic baby girl names convey a range of elements, each of which defines her in a unique way. Find the perfect Arabic baby name from this list, and let your baby girl set trends, evoke a sense of elegance, and proudly show what being Arabic is all about!
Arabic baby girl names have poetry, depth, and beauty in them. They are strongly representative of Arabian culture, beliefs, and lifestyle.
There is a sense of fluidity in thought, religion, and even calligraphic writing, and the same experience can be noticed in Arabic names as well.
The confluence of ideologies from the various countries that form the Arab world contributes to creating a cosmos that is rooted in nature, spirituality, and nobility.
Regardless of whether you choose popular Arabic girl names or unique ones, or whether you find names of African, Hebrew, or Persian influence, the same sense of music, magnetism, and magic can be felt in all Arabic baby girl names. If you are looking for a wonderful name, Arabic names can prove a great source of inspiration.
We have compiled a list of Arabic baby girl names. Whether you are looking for inspiration in nature, history, religion, or sheer woman-power, you are sure to find several great Arabic names here! We also have a list of amazing Arabic Boys Names, or for more girls' names inspiration, take a look at these beautiful Egyptian Girls' Names.
Popular Arabic Girl Names
Arabic names are extremely sought after, and not just among the Arabic population. People from all over the world have a fascination for Arabic girl names because of their beauty and meaning. There are several baby names that are extremely popular and common for Arabic girls. Some popular Arabic girl names include:
1.Aaliyah: the exalted or sublime one
2.Aisha: Arabic name meaning the one that is alive
3.Akilah: Arabic for the bright or clever one
4.Amira: a princess (also Hebrew name that means a saying)
5.Elham: meaning inspiring or compelling to believe
6.Iesha: means she who is alive (similar to Aisha)
7.Ishtar: (Mesopotamian origin - goddess of fertility, known as 'Queen of Heaven) meaning Goddess of love
8.Karyme: means a benevolent friend
9.Lail: similar to Layla, of the night
10.Layla: a lady of the night
11.Malika: Arabic name for an Empress or ruler (this is one powerful name!)
12.Maryam or Mariam: (Hebrew origin) names meaning Pious, God-fearing, also the mother of Isa
13.Nadira: means unique or rare
14.Nasira: means a trusted supporter
15.Niesha: means filled with life
16.Oma: means that which is thriving
17.Qadira: meaning one filled with power
18.Sada: Arabic word meaning propitious, or bringing good-luck
19.Salma: meaning serene, safe or protected
20.Takisha: means lively and healthy
21.Zahra: meaning resplendent or radiant
22.Zaida: to promote or boost
Arabic Names For Girls Inspired By Nature
Nature is an inspiration for almost everything around us, and baby names are no different. Several Arabic names for a girl are derived from important aspects of nature. If you have a love for nature in you, you will certainly be inspired to pick one among these baby names for your girl.
23.Afnan: means branch or twig of a tree, symbolizes growth
24.Gulnar: origins from its meaning of a flower
25.Lina: means a tiny palm tree
26.Maha: one of the popular Arabic names for a girl referring to the big, innocent eyes of a cow
27.Mahra: an uncommon girl’s name drawing inspiration from a filly
28.Nawra: meaning a bloom
29.Shaden: an Arabic name for an independent baby gazelle. This is also a musical and attractive Arab name for a girl
30.Shaheen: means the royal white falcon, a highly exalted symbol of strength and dexterity in the Arab culture
31.Suraya or Soraya: named after the constellation ‘Pleiades’ or ‘the Seven Sisters’
32.Wurood:, meaning roses (has Quranic origins)
33.Yamama: comes from a wild dove, a unique name signifying one who is blessed with foresight
34.Yasmin or Yasmine: a popular Arabic girl name that means Jasmine
35.Zainab or Zeinab: comes from a desert flower
36.Zaara: depicts a beautiful flower
Historic Arabic Girl Names
Arabian women have played a prominent role in shaping the destiny of the land, people, and their faith. Highly accomplished, faithful, and ladies of extraordinary talent, these women will be remembered forever.
Choosing from among these unique Arabic girl names can help you find a strong, meaningful name for your baby. Which of these names is perfect for your little girl?
37.Khadija: the name of an elite lady from Mecca, and the wife of Prophet Mohammed
38.Khawla: depicts a skilled warrior and Prophet Mohammad’s contemporary
39.Nusayba: means a brave warrior from Medina who was the companion of Prophet Mohammad
40.Rabia: the name of a famous Sufi mystic
Prolific Arabic Girl Names
Arabian women have made great strides in business, administration, and human rights. They occupy prominent positions and command great authority.
If you would like to see your angel grow to be an influencer and changer, draw inspiration from some of these beautiful Arabic girl names that pack a great punch. Maybe your baby girl can become the next big name in the world!
41.Amal: after Amal Al Qubaisi, the first female leader of the UAE National Assembly
42.Buthaina: after Buthaina Al Ansari, Qatari businesswoman who is ranked among the top 500 most powerful Arab women
43.Henadi: after Henadi Al-Saleh, nominated the most powerful businesswoman in the Middle East by Forbes
44.Manal: after Manal Al-Sharif, a Saudi women’s activist
45.Mona: after Mona Al Marri, Director-General, Media Office of the Government of Dubai
46.Muna: after Muna AbuSulayman, a popular Saudi activist and businesswoman
47.Nayla: after Nayla Al Khaja, the first director and producer of films in the UAE
48.Qasoomah: a famous Urdu poetess
49.Reem: after Reem Al Hashimi, UAE Minister of State, International Cooperation
50.Salma: after Salma Hareb, Ex-CEO, Jebel Ali Free Trade Zone, and Emirati business executive
Arabian Gender Neutral Names
While there are scores of exquisite Arabic girl names, there are also many powerful names that are used for boys and girls equally. When considering baby names for your newborn, think about one that is filled with meaning. Here are some great Arabic baby names that you can consider for your baby girl.
51.Bad: meaning a resplendent full moon
52.Baha: means to value or splendour
53.Bayan: has its synonym with eloquent, meaningful
54.Burhan: means proof or evidence
55.Ehsan: means excellence or perfect
56.Fairuz, Fairouz or Firuz (Persian and Kurdish origin): syncs with Turquoise, triumphant
57.Farah: has its meaning as ever joyous or an expression of happiness
58.Hekmat or Hikmat: equals sagacity, wisdom
59.Ihsan: means a kind act or generous
60.Iqbal (Persian, Indian origin): meaning fortunate, successful, also powerful or strong
61.Joud: means kindness to others
62.Kausar: meaning abundance, or a river or lake in paradise
63.Murjan: means Coral
64.Nibras: is an Arabic name meaninglight or lamp
65.Nihad: means a strong and mighty, also means a ruler
66.Nur or Nura: means bright, radiant light
67.Rayyan (Persian, Arabic, Indian and Irish origin): meaning door to paradise
68.Sabaah: had its meaning as dawn or morning
69.Shams: means the Sun
70.Yaqoot: is a garnet or ruby
Unique Arabic Girl Names
Every parent wants their baby girl to have a beautiful name, one that means something profound. Several unique Arabic girls' names sound musical and are filled with meaning. You may find the perfect name among these unique Arabic baby names for your girl.
71.Aatifa: means sympathy or affection
72.Afaf: meaning purity or chastity
73.Aleema: means intellectual, learned or wise
74.Bahija: means happy
75.Barakah or Baraka: has its meaning as blessing
76.Daneen: evokes a princess
77.Darakhshan (Persian origin): meaning luminescent, shining
78.Durriya: means shimmering or sparkling
79.Eimaan: means God-fearing or one filled with faith
80.Eliza: meaning unique
81.Erum, Eyrom, Errum, or Irum: means Heaven
82.Haadiyah: means a leader or guide
83.Jawhara: a Quranic girl name meaning essence, or a gem
84.Kalifa (African, Arabic origin): means chaste or holy
85.Kalima or Kaleemah: an Arabic name meaning speaker or witness
86.Kubra: means exalted, great or supreme
87.Lamah: meaning brilliance
88.Lamis: means tender and soft
89.Qailah: means the one that speaks
90.Radwah: meaning contentment
91Ramla (African and Egyptian origin): means a Prophetess
92.Shurooq: meaning sunrise or dawn
93.Taghrid: means birdsong
94.Varisha: means lightning
95.Warda: meaning protector or guardian
96.Yusra: means prosperity, success or fortune
Arabic Names That Mean Beautiful
Beauty is an integral part of Arabic life and culture. There is beauty in life, beauty in belief, and beauty in all that is adopted. It is not surprising that there are countless Arabic words that are used to describe beauty in its various forms.
Several Arabic baby girl names mean beautiful. We share with you some of the most popular Arabic baby names that are perfect descriptions of beauty. Which of these baby names seems perfect for your little girl?
97.Ammura: or Ammuri means radiant and beautiful
98.Asbah: means radiant and beautiful, or as pure as water
99.Ayna: meaning one with beautiful eyes
100.Djamila: equals an exquisite woman
101.Gamila: similar to Djamila means the gorgeous one
102.Ghadah: means beautiful
103.Jamal: means beauty or grace
104.Mahasin: meaning beauty, or virtuousness
105.Mazna: means beautiful
106.Misam: has its meaning as smiling, beautiful
107.Sumbul: meaning petite or delicate
108.Umaiza: means virtuous, beautiful, kind-hearted
109.Zaina: meaning attractive or beautiful
110.Zayn or Zein means grace, elegance, and beauty
111.Zeenah: means beautiful
Kidadl has lots of great baby names articles to inspire you. If you liked our suggestions for Arabic Girl Names then why not take a look at Thai Girls Names, or for something different take a look at Unusual Middle Names.
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