There is no bigger joy then being a parent, but choosing your baby’s name is part of the excitement. Below you will find top ten Muslim names for girls, and top ten Muslim names for boys, as well as their meanings. Choose your baby’s name or tell us which one you like most…
Top Ten Girls Name:
1. Yasmin- is very popular Muslim name because it’s origin is from the flower jasmine, therefore beauty.
2. Maya- the origin of this name has many meanings because it’s very popular worldwide. There is the Maya people in mexico, in Hindu its referred to Queen Maya, in Greek Maya is the mother of Hermes, a Roman mythology. But in Arabic it refer to “princess”.
4. Laila or Layla- it’s an arabic literary character.
5. Zahra- radiant; shining bright
6. Iman- is a feminine name that means faith.
7. Alesha- the name Alesha it refer to god’s protection; being protected by god.
8. Khadija- The origine of this name means trustworthy- and of course the first wife of Prophet Mohammed.
9. Aasmaa- excellent; precious
10.Fatima- Daughter of Prophet Mohammed
Top Ten Boys Names:
1. Mohammed – (all spellings included ) – it refers to someone who is praiseworthy- a Prophet.
2. Omar- I believe is the second most popular muslim name; it means living a long life.
3. Hamza- it means strength- being strong like a lion- also was the name of Prophet Mohammed uncle.
4. Youseff- it means power ans success.
5. Abdullah- Serving to Allah
6. Ayaan- being gifted by Allah
7. Ibrahim- being a kind father
8. Ahmad- highly praised
9. Ali- noble
10- Isaiah- having god’s help; a Prophet.