Authentic Islamic Names & Meanings
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Showing 133 verified Islamic names (205 Boys, 133 Girls)
Aaliya
عَالِيَةTransliteration: ‘Āliyah
"Exalted, High rank, Sublime, Heavenly"
Derived from Quranic roots (e.g. Surah Al-Haaqqa 69:22 'Fi Jannatin 'Aliyah').
Aaliyah
عَالِيَةTransliteration: ‘Āliyah
"Exalted, High Rank, Sublime, Noble"
Mentioned in Quran describing the high gardens of Paradise (Jannatin Aaliyah).
Aaminah
آمِنَةTransliteration: Āminah
"Peaceful, Secure, Mother of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ"
Sacred name of Hazrat Aaminah (s.a.), holy mother of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Aarefa
عَارِفَةTransliteration: Ārifah
"Learned, Wise, Devout woman of divine gnosis"
Denotes deep spiritual knowledge and devotion to Allah.
Aayesha
عَائَشَةTransliteration: ‘Ā’ishah
"Living, Prosperous, Mother of Believers Hazrat Aayesha Siddika"
The standardized spelling variant of Sayyidatina Aayesha Siddika (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), beloved wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Afeefah
عَفِيفَةTransliteration: ‘Afīfah
"Chaste, Pure, Modest, Virtuous"
Embodying the Islamic virtue of chastity (Iffah) celebrated throughout Quranic ethics.
Afseen
أَفْسِينTransliteration: Afsīn
"Shining star, Radiant jewel"
Denotes brilliance, purity, and inner spiritual radiance.
Aisha
عَائِشَةTransliteration: ‘Ā’ishah
"Prosperous, Full of life, Living well"
The revered Mother of the Believers, Syeda Aisha Siddiqa (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), beloved wife of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
Aksha
أَكْشَاTransliteration: Akshā
"Blessed sight, Star, Eye of discernment"
Symbolizes sharp spiritual perception and radiant beauty.
Aleena
أَلِينَاTransliteration: Alīnā
"Soft, Delicate, Gentle, Beautiful"
Symbolizes gentleness, softness, and pleasant manners.
Aliya
عَلِيَّةTransliteration: ‘Aliyyah
"High-born, Sublime, Exalted"
Feminine form of Ali; denotes dignity and high moral standing.
Amani
أَمَانِيTransliteration: Amānī
"Aspirations, Wishes, Pure Hopes"
Mentioned in Quran referring to good wishes and aspirations.
Amina
أَمِينَةTransliteration: Amīnah
"Trustworthy, Faithful, Honest Woman"
Feminine form of Amin (Trustworthy); praised moral attribute.
Aminah
آمِنَةTransliteration: Āminah
"Trustworthy, Secure, Peaceful, Mother of the Prophet ﷺ"
The holy name of Sayyidatina Aminah bint Wahb, the blessed mother of Prophet Muhammad (صَلَّى ٱللَّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَآلِهِ وَسَلَّمَ).
Annisa
الْنِّسَاءTransliteration: An-Nisā’
"Indonesian form of An-Nisa; Gentle woman, Chaste lady"
Derived from Surah An-Nisa in the Holy Quran. Top girl name in Indonesia.
Anum
أَنْعُمTransliteration: An‘um
"Divine Blessing, Favor of Allah, Grace"
Quranic word representing Allah's abundant blessings.
Areeba
أَرِيبَةTransliteration: Arībah
"Wise, Intelligent, Sagacious, Skilled"
Represents intellectual wisdom and sharp understanding in Islamic ethics.
Asiya
آسِيَةTransliteration: Āsiyah
"Pillar, Comforting, Healer"
The honored name of Sayyida Asiya (عَلَيْهَا ٱلسَّلَامُ), righteous wife of Pharaoh, promised Paradise in the Quran.
Asma
أَسْمَاءTransliteration: Asmā’
"Exalted, Prestigious, Higher, Names"
The noble name of Hazrat Asma bint Abi Bakr (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), known as Dhat an-Nitaqayn (Owner of the Two Belts) for her bravery during Hijrah.
Ayşe
عَائِشَةTransliteration: Ayşe
"Turkish form of Ayesha; Living, Prosperous, Mother of Believers"
Turkish spelling of Mother of the Believers Sayyidatina Aayesha Siddika (RA). Extremely popular across Türkiye.
Barakah
بَرَكَةTransliteration: Barakah
"Blessing, Abundance, Umm Ayman"
The noble name of Hazrat Barakah (Umm Ayman) (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), whom Prophet Muhammad ﷺ called 'My mother after my mother'.
Batul
بَتُولTransliteration: Batūl
"Chaste, Devoted, Title of Syeda Fatima Zahra (R.A.)"
Sacred title of Sayyidah Fatima Zahra (R.A.) denoting supreme chastity and devotion to Allah.
Bilkis
بِلْقِيسTransliteration: Bilqīs
"Queen of Sheba (Saba), Wise and Faithful Queen"
Noble Queen mentioned in Surah An-Naml who embraced Islam under Prophet Sulaiman (A.S.).
Bushra
بُشْرَىTransliteration: Bushrā
"Glad tidings, Good news, Joyous omen"
Repeatedly used in the Quran (e.g. Surah Yunus 10:64) referring to Allah's joyful promises to believers.
Dewi
شَرِيفَةTransliteration: Dewi
"Noble lady, Pure woman of virtue"
Traditional Indonesian Muslim name representing womanhood and moral excellence.
Dua
دُعَاءTransliteration: Du‘ā'
"Prayer, Supplication, Invocation to Allah"
Weapon of the believer and essence of worship (Dua is worship).
Elif
أَلِفTransliteration: Elif
"The first letter of the Quran (Alif); Slender, Friendly, Honest"
Symbolizes Alif (initial letter of Bismillah and the Quran), representing unity on Sirat al-Mustaqim. Top 3 girl name in Türkiye.
Farah
فَرَحTransliteration: Farah
"Joy, Happiness, Delight, Rejoicing in Allah's Mercy"
Derived from Quranic command in Surah Yunus (10:58): 'Rejoice in Allah's bounty and mercy'.
Farheen
فَرْحِينTransliteration: Farhīn
"Joyful, Jubilant, Full of Happiness and Delight"
Highly popular South Asian Muslim name spreading happiness and joy.
Farjana
فَرْجَانَةTransliteration: Farjānah
"Delightful, Joyful, Happy, Radiant"
Expresses happiness, joy, and divine cheerfulness.
Fathima
فَاطِمَةTransliteration: Fāṭimah
"Chaste, Beloved Daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ"
Leader of all women in Jannah (Sayyidatu Nisa'il Alameen) Sayyidah Fatima Zahra (R.A.).
Fatima
فَاطِمَةTransliteration: Fāṭimah
"One who abstains; Protected from hellfire"
The blessed name of Sayyidatun Nisa Al-Alamin, Syeda Fatima al-Zahra (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
Fatma
فَاطِمَةTransliteration: Fatma
"Turkish form of Fatima; One who abstains, Beloved daughter of Prophet ﷺ"
Turkish form of Sayyidatina Fatima al-Zahra (RA), leader of women in Paradise. Deeply cherished in Türkiye.
Fayeza
فَائِزَةTransliteration: Fā'izah
"Successful, Triumphant, Victorious in Faith"
Expresses ultimate success in this life and the Hereafter (Aakhirah).
Gaushiya
غَوْثِيَّةTransliteration: Ghawthiyyah
"Blessed with spiritual help of Ghaus-ul-Azam Sheikh Abdul Qadir Gilani (RA)"
Honored Sunni Islamic girl name named in devotion to Sayyiduna Sheikh Abdul Qadir Gilani (Ghaus-ul-Azam رحمة الله عليه). Endorsed in Ahle Sunnat literature.
Hadiya
هَدِيَّةTransliteration: Hadiyyah
"Gift, Present, Divine Guidance"
Represents a precious blessing and gift from Allah.
Hafiza
حَافِظَةTransliteration: Ḥāfiẓah
"Guardian, Protector, One who preserves the Holy Quran"
Quranic virtue denoting a woman who guards her chastity and preserves the Holy Quran in her heart (Surah An-Nisa 4:34).
Hafsa
حَفْصَةTransliteration: Ḥafṣah
"Young lioness, Preserver of Quranic manuscripts"
The honored Mother of the Believers, Syeda Hafsa bint Umar (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), custodian of the original written Quran.
Hajra
هَاجَرTransliteration: Hājar
"Emigrant, Mother of Prophet Ismail (A.S.) & Wife of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.)"
Holy mother Hazrat Hajar (A.S.) whose Sa'i between Safa and Marwa became a rite of Hajj.
Halima
حَلِيمَةTransliteration: Ḥalīmah
"Gentle, Patient, Mild-tempered; Milk-mother of Prophet (ﷺ)"
The blessed name of Syeda Halima al-Sa'diyyah (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), foster mother of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).
Halimah
حَلِيمَةTransliteration: Ḥalīmah
"Gentle, Patient, Mild-tempered"
The sacred name of Sayyidatina Halimah al-Sa'diyyah (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), foster mother of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in his infancy.
Hania
هَانِيَةTransliteration: Hāniyah
"Happy, Pleased, Contented, Pleasant"
Derived from Quranic word Hani'an (pleasant and wholesome).
Haniya
هَنِيَّةTransliteration: Haniyyah
"Pleasant, Delightful, Happy, Content"
Derived from Quranic term 'Hani'an' (Surah Al-Haaqqa 69:24), denoting wholesome delight.
Hira
حِرَاءTransliteration: Ḥirā'
"Sacred Cave Hira where first Quranic Revelation descended"
Sacred cave in Makkah Mukarramah where Surah Al-Alaq was revealed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Hoorain
حُور عِينTransliteration: Ḥūr ‘Īn
"Damsels of Paradise with radiant, beautiful eyes"
Explicitly mentioned in the Quran (Surah At-Tur 52:20 & Surah Al-Waqi'ah 56:22) describing the immaculate companions of Paradise.
Ilsha
إِلْشَاءTransliteration: Ilshā
"Noble Grace, Dignified Protection, Gift of Favor"
Gentle and melodic South Asian Muslim girl name expressing grace and blessing.
Inaya
عِنَايَةTransliteration: 'Ināyah
"Divine Care, Concern, Grace and Protection of Allah"
Beloved Muslim girl name signifying Allah's loving care and protection.
Inayah
عِنَايَةTransliteration: ‘Ināyah
"Divine care, Grace, Concern, Concern of Allah"
Reflects Allah's divine care and benevolence upon a family.
Intan
جَوْهَرَةTransliteration: Intan
"Precious jewel, Diamond of purity and elegance"
Traditional Malay & Indonesian Muslim name symbolizing a precious, chaste daughter.
Iram
إِرَمTransliteration: Iram
"Garden of Paradise, Lofty Sanctuary; Surah Al-Fajr (89:7)"
Quranic sanctuary of lofty beauty mentioned in Surah Al-Fajr (89:7).
Jannat
جَنَّاتTransliteration: Jannāt
"Gardens of Paradise, Eternal Abode of Peace"
Quranic term for the everlasting abode of peace and beauty created by Allah.
Jarina
جَارِينَةTransliteration: Jārīnah
"Active, Graceful, Flowing like a sweet stream"
Symbolizes energy, purity, and lively grace.
Jebunnisa
زَيْبُ النِّسَاءTransliteration: Zaib-un-Nisā
"Ornament of Women, Beauty of Womanhood"
Historical noble title representing elegance, piety, and leadership among women.
Juwayriya
جُوَيْرِيَةTransliteration: Juwayriyah
"Young damel, Rose, Bringer of blessing"
The sacred name of Sayyidatina Juwayriya bint al-Harith (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), Mother of the Believers, whose marriage brought freedom to hundreds of captives.
Kawthar
كَوْثَرTransliteration: Kawthar
"Abundance of goodness, River of Paradise given to the Prophet ﷺ"
Featured in Surah Al-Kawthar (108:1), representing the heavenly fountain and supreme abundance bestowed by Allah upon Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Khadija
خَدِيجَةTransliteration: Khadījah
"Trustworthy, Premature child; First Mother of Believers"
The noble name of Sayyida Khadija al-Kubra (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), first wife of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and first believer in Islam.
Khadijah
خَدِيجَةTransliteration: Khadījah
"Trustworthy, Premature child, Pure Tahira, First Mother of Believers"
The sacred name of Sayyidatina Khadijah al-Kubra (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), the first beloved wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, first believer in Islam, and mother of Sayyidatina Fatima Zahra.
Kulsum
كُلْثُومTransliteration: Kulthūm
"Full-cheeked, Healthy, Daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (Hazrat Umm Kulthum R.A.)"
Sacred name of Syeda Umm Kulthum (R.A.), daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and wife of Hazrat Usman (R.A.).
Laiba
لَعِبَةTransliteration: La‘ibah
"Gorgeously beautiful angel of Paradise"
Traditionally associated in Islamic literature with the ethereal beauty of Paradise.
Layla
لَيْلَىTransliteration: Laylā
"Night, Dark Beauty, Quiet Night"
Name of several noble Sahabiyyat including Hazrat Layla bint al-Minhal (R.A.).
Lubna
لُبْنَىTransliteration: Lubnā
"Tree yielding sweet fragrance, Pure and Sweet"
Symbolizes sweet aroma, natural purity, and elegance.
Lujain
لُجَيْنTransliteration: Lujayn
"Pure liquid silver, Shimmering radiance"
Classical Arabic name popular in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Kuwait.
Mahnoor
مَاه نُورTransliteration: Mahnūr
"Moonlight, Glow of the moon, Radiant radiance"
Compound name formed from Mah (moon) and Noor (light). Ranked among top girl names in Pakistan and North India.
Maimoona
مَيْمُونَةTransliteration: Maymūnah
"Blessed, Auspicious, Fortunate"
The holy name of Sayyidatina Maimoona bint al-Harith (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), Mother of the Believers (Umm al-Mu'minin).
Maliha
مَلِيحَةTransliteration: Malīḥah
"Charming, Beautiful, Graceful, Sweet-featured"
Denotes pleasant demeanor, refined etiquette, and charming character in Islamic traditions.
Manar
مَنَارTransliteration: Manār
"Lighthouse, Beacon of guidance, Source of light"
Symbolizes moral clarity and shining spiritual illumination in society.
Maria
مَارِيَّةTransliteration: Māriyah
"Purity, White Rose, Wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (Hazrat Mariyah Al-Qibtiyyah R.A.)"
Umm-ul-Mo'mineen Hazrat Mariyah Al-Qibtiyyah (R.A.), mother of Prophet's son Hazrat Ibrahim.
Maroofa
مَعْرُوفَةTransliteration: Ma‘rūfah
"Famous for goodness, Renowned for virtue, Well-known lady"
Derived from Quranic root Ma'ruf (goodness & virtue). Very traditional Indian Muslim girl name.
Marwah
مَرْوَةTransliteration: Marwah
"Flint stone, Fragrant tree, Sacred hill near Kaaba"
Explicitly named in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:158) alongside Safa as a sacred symbol of Allah commemorated during Hajj and Umrah.
Maryam
مَرْيَمTransliteration: Maryam
"Pious, Devoted to Allah, Pure"
The blessed name of Syeda Maryam (عَلَيْهَا ٱلسَّلَامُ), mother of Prophet Isa (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ), the only woman named directly in the Quran.
Mehfuza
مَحْفُوظَةTransliteration: Maḥfūẓah
"Protected, Guarded by Allah, Preserved from Evil"
Quranic root name denoting Allah's divine protection over the believer.
Mehrin
مِهْرِينTransliteration: Mehrīn
"Loving, Affectionate, Kind-hearted, Sun-like radiance"
Embodying warm compassion and loving kindness towards family and community.
Mehzabin
مَهْ جَبِينTransliteration: Mahjabīn
"Beautiful as the Moon, Radiant forehead"
Represents luminous elegance, pure demeanor, and refined beauty.
Melati
يَاسَمِينTransliteration: Melati
"Jasmine flower, Fragrance of purity and simplicity"
The national jasmine flower of Indonesia, representing purity and innocence.
Munira
مُنِيرَةTransliteration: Munīrah
"Luminous, Radiant, Illuminating Light"
Quranic root name representing spiritual illumination and guidance (Surah Al-Ahzab 33:46).
Nafisa
نَفِيسَةTransliteration: Nafīsah
"Precious, Valuable, Exquisite; Name of Sayyidatina Nafisah al-Tahira (RA)"
Named after Sayyidatina Nafisah al-Tahira (rahmatullah alayha), noble great-granddaughter of Imam Hassan (RA) renowned for piety.
Najwa
نَجْوَىTransliteration: Najwā
"Intimate conversation, Secret prayer with Allah"
Mentioned in Surah Al-Mujadila (58:7) and Surah Taha (20:62) referring to confidential prayer between the servant and Creator.
Naseera
نَصِيرَةTransliteration: Naṣīrah
"Helper, Supporter of truth, Victorious lady"
Feminine form of Nasir (Helper), derived from Quranic root Nasr (Divine Victory & Help).
Nazia
نَازِيَةTransliteration: Nāziyah
"Proud, Optimistic, High Aspirations"
Represents healthy pride in Islamic identity and high hopes.
Naznin
نَازْنِينTransliteration: Nāznīn
"Delicate, Graceful, Beloved, Charming"
Represents gentle refinement, modesty, and endearing familial love.
Nida
نِدَاءTransliteration: Nidā'
"Call, Voice, Proclamation, Prayer"
Mentioned in Quran referring to the divine call to faith and prayer.
Noor Jahan
نُور جَهَانTransliteration: Nūr Jahān
"Light of the world, Radiant beauty of the universe"
Classic royal Indian Muslim girl name symbolizing worldly light and dignity.
Nusaybah
نُصَيْبَةTransliteration: Nusaybah
"Appropriate, Noble lineage, Umm Ammarah"
The heroic name of Hazrat Nusaybah bint Ka'b (Umm 'Ammarah) (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), who shielded Prophet Muhammad ﷺ during the Battle of Uhud.
Parveen
بَرْوِينTransliteration: Parvīn
"Cluster of stars (Pleiades), Radiant beauty, Celestial light"
Classic Indian Muslim girl name symbolizing starry radiance and elegance.
Rabia
رَابِعَةTransliteration: Rābi‘ah
"Fourth, Springtime, Saint Hazrat Rabia Al-Adawiyya (R.A.)"
Hazrat Rabia Al-Adawiyya (Basri R.A.), world-renowned saint of divine love and asceticism.
Rabiya
رَابِعَةTransliteration: Rābi‘ah
"Springtime, Devout saint Rabia al-Adawiyya"
Named after the saint Sayyidatina Rabia al-Adawiyya al-Basri (رحمۃ اللہ علیہا), celebrated for divine love.
Rida
رِدَاءTransliteration: Ridā' / Riḍā
"Contentment, Favor of Allah, Cloak of Piety"
Expresses deep contentment with Allah's decree (Rida bil-Qada).
Rizwana
رِضْوَانَةTransliteration: Riḍwānah
"Pleasure of Allah, Acceptance, Heavenly Satisfaction"
Derived from Ridwan (divine pleasure of Allah).
Ruhi
رُوحِيTransliteration: Rūḥī
"Spiritual, Soulful, Belonging to the spirit"
Reflects deep spiritual essence and inner purity of heart.
Rumaysa
رُمَيْثَةTransliteration: Rumayṣah
"Bouquet of flowers, Umm Sulaym"
The blessed name of Hazrat Rumaysa / Umm Sulaym bint Milhan (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), courageous mother of Hazrat Anas ibn Malik.
Ruqayya
رُقَيَّةTransliteration: Ruqayyah
"Gentle, Rising, Exalted, Superior"
The blessed name of Sayyidatina Ruqayyah (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), noble daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ married to Hazrat Uthman Ghani (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهُ).
Sadia
سَعِدِيَّةTransliteration: Sa‘diyyah
"Blessed, Fortunate, Mother Hazrat Halima Sa'diyyah (R.A.)"
Associated with Hazrat Halima Sa'diyyah (R.A.), foster mother who nursed Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Saeeda
سَعِيدَةTransliteration: Sa'īdah
"Happy, Fortunate, Blessed with Good Fortune and Faith"
Traditional Islamic name for girls denoting happiness and spiritual blessing.
Safa
صَفَاTransliteration: Ṣafā
"Pure, Clarity, Sacred hill near Kaaba"
Explicitly named in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:158) as one of the sacred symbols (Sha'a'irullah) of Allah at Mecca.
Safiya
صَفِيَّةTransliteration: Safiyyah
"Pure, Untouched, Sincere Friend; Mother of the Believers Sayyidatina Safiyyah (RA)"
Mother of the Believers (Ummah al-Mu'minin) Sayyidatina Safiyyah bint Huyayy (RA).
Safiyyah
صَفِيَّةTransliteration: Ṣafiyyah
"Pure, Best friend, Untainted"
The holy name of Sayyidatina Safiyyah bint Huyayy (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), Mother of the Believers.
Safura
صَفُورَاءTransliteration: Ṣafūrā’
"Pious, Modest, Wife of Prophet Musa (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ)"
The noble name of the daughter of Prophet Shuaib (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) and wife of Prophet Musa (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ), celebrated in Surah Al-Qasas (28:25) for her modesty.
Sajmina
سَجْمِينَاTransliteration: Sajmīnā
"Peaceful Pearl, Pure and Gentle Lady"
Graceful South Asian Muslim girl name embodying modesty and serenity.
Sakera
شَاكِرَةTransliteration: Shākirah
"Grateful, Thankful to Allah for Blessings"
Quranic virtue of expressing gratitude (Shukr) to Allah Almighty (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:152).
Salma
سَلْمَىTransliteration: Salmā
"Peaceful, Safe, Healthy, Companion Hazrat Salma (R.A.)"
Hazrat Salma (R.A.), noble Sahabiyyah and midwife who served the Prophet's family.
Salsabil
سَلْسَبِيلTransliteration: Salsabīl
"Pure spring in Paradise, Smooth and easy flowing water"
Mentioned in Surah Al-Insan (76:18) as a crystal-pure, soothing spring of Paradise.
Sama
سَمَاءTransliteration: Samā'
"Sky, Exalted Firmament, High Rank, Nobility"
Beautiful Quranic name signifying high spiritual standing and heavens (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:29).
Samina
ثَمِينَةTransliteration: Thamīnah
"Precious, Valuable, Priceless, Generous"
Symbolizes immense value, honor, and moral perfection.
Sana
سَنَاءTransliteration: Sanā'
"Brilliance, Resplendence, Praise, High Light"
Mentioned in Surah An-Nur (Sana Barqihi - the flash of lightning).
Sara
سَارَةTransliteration: Sārah
"Pure, Princess, Joyful, Wife of Prophet Ibrahim (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ)"
The noble name of Sayyidatina Sarah, beloved wife of Prophet Ibrahim (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) and mother of Prophet Ishaq (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ).
Sawda
سَوْدَةTransliteration: Sawdah
"Proper name, Land covered with palm trees"
The revered name of Sayyidatina Sawda bint Zam'a (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), Mother of the Believers, known for her devotion and generous spirit.
Sayema
صَائِمَةTransliteration: Ṣā'imah
"Fasting Woman, Devout and Virtuous Worshipper"
Praised in Quran (Saa'imaat) as righteous women who fast for Allah's pleasure.
Sharmeen
شَرْمِينTransliteration: Sharmīn
"Modest, Bashful, Shy, Virtuous and Elegant Lady"
Classic South Asian Muslim name denoting the high Islamic virtue of modesty (Haya).
Shehnaz
شَهْنَازTransliteration: Shahnāz
"Pride of the King, Bride, Highly honored princess"
Represents dignity, royal elegance, and honorable character.
Shirin
شِيرِينTransliteration: Shīrīn
"Sweet, Pleasant, Graceful, Delightful"
Classic Islamic name representing sweetness of character and elegance.
Sidra
سِدْرَةTransliteration: Sidrah
"Lote tree of the utmost boundary (Sidrat al-Muntaha)"
Mentioned in Surah An-Najm (53:14) referring to Sidrat al-Muntaha, the utmost boundary tree in the seventh heaven reached during Mi'raj.
Sufiya
صُوفِيَّةTransliteration: Ṣūfiyyah
"Pious woman, Devout mystic, Pure-hearted worshipper"
Embodying Sufi virtues of heart-purity, sincere worship, and remembrance of Allah.
Sumaiya
سُمَيَّةTransliteration: Sumayyah
"High Rank, Pure, First Female Martyr of Islam (Hazrat Sumayyah R.A.)"
Hazrat Sumayyah bint Khayyat (R.A.), revered first martyr (Shaheedah) of Islam.
Sumayya
سُمَيَّةTransliteration: Sumayyah
"High, Exalted, First martyr in Islam"
The heroic name of Hazrat Sumayyah bint Khayyat (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), the FIRST martyr (Shaheed) in Islamic history.
Suraiya
ثُرَيَّاTransliteration: Thurayyā
"Cluster of Stars, Pleiades, Luminous Constellation"
Classic Islamic name representing astronomical beauty and luminosity.
Tabassum
تَبَسُّمTransliteration: Tabassum
"Smile, Gentle Laughter; Sunnah Practice of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ"
Embodying the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ whose smile illuminated companions.
Tahera
طَاهِرَةTransliteration: Ṭāhirah
"Pure, Chaste, Immaculate; Title of Sayyidatina Khadijah & Fatima (RA)"
Honored title of Mother of the Believers Sayyidatina Khadijat-ul-Kubra (RA) and Sayyidatina Fatima al-Zahra (RA). Highly cherished.
Tahira
طَاهِرَةTransliteration: Ṭāhirah
"Pure, Chaste, Virtuous, Clean"
An epithet of Syeda Fatima al-Zahra and Syeda Khadija al-Kubra (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهُنَّ). Recommended in Fatawa Razawiyyah.
Taiyeba
طَيِّبَةTransliteration: Ṭayyibah
"Pure, Good, Virtuous, Chaste, Title of Holy Madinah"
Mentioned in Quran; sacred title of Madinah Al-Munawwarah symbolizing purity and virtue.
Tasneem
تَسْنِيمTransliteration: Tasnīm
"Fountain of Paradise, Spring in Jannah"
Mentioned directly in Surah Al-Mutaffifin (83:27) as a heavenly fountain for those drawn near to Allah.
Tasnim
تَسْنِيمTransliteration: Tasnīm
"Fountain of Paradise, Elevated spring"
Mentioned in Surah Al-Mutaffifin (83:27) as the highest spring in Paradise reserved for those closest to Allah (Muqarrabun).
Umm Kulthum
أُمّ كُلْثُومTransliteration: Umm Kulthūm
"One with rounded, healthy cheeks, Full of grace"
The noble name of Sayyidatina Umm Kulthum (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.
Umme Hani
أُمَّ هَانِئTransliteration: Umm Hāni'
"Mother of Peace and Happiness, Cousin of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ"
Revered Sahabiyyah Hazrat Umm Hani (Fakhita bint Abi Talib R.A.) in whose home Isra took place.
Uzma
عُظْمَىTransliteration: ‘Uẓmā
"Greatest, Supreme, Grand, Most Dignified"
Denotes supreme grandeur and highest dignity.
Yasmina
يَاسَمِينَةTransliteration: Yāsamīnah
"Jasmine Flower, Fragrant, Pure and Gentle"
Symbolizes sweetness, purity, and delicate fragrance.
Yusra
يُسْرَىTransliteration: Yusrā
"Ease, Prosperity, Relief after hardship"
Prominently mentioned in Surah Al-Inshirah (94:5-6) and Surah Al-Lail (92:7) assuring divine ease after struggle.
Zaheda
زَاهِدَةTransliteration: Zāhidah
"Ascetic, Devout woman, Devoted worshipper"
Feminine form of Zahid, denoting deep devotion and piety.
Zahra
زَهْرَاءTransliteration: Zahrā’
"Radiant, Shining, Luminous Flower"
The celebrated title of Syeda Fatima al-Zahra (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا). Highly virtuous name for girls in Islam.
Zainab
زَيْنَبTransliteration: Zaynab
"Fragrant flower, Ornament of her father"
The noble name of the eldest daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, as well as his beloved granddaughter Sayyidatina Zainab bint Ali (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا).
Zakera
ذَاكِرَةTransliteration: Dhākirah
"One who remembers Allah constantly, Devout worshipper"
Quranic virtue mentioned in Surah Al-Ahzab (33:35 'Wadh-Dhakiraty Allaha Kathira').
Zeynep
زَيْنَبTransliteration: Zeynep
"Turkish form of Zainab; Beautiful fragrant flower, Daughter of Prophet ﷺ"
Turkish spelling of Sayyidatina Zainab (RA). Number 1 most popular girl name in Türkiye for over a decade.
Zoya
زُويَاTransliteration: Zoyā
"Loving, Caring, Alive, Affectionate"
Popular virtuous Muslim girl's name denoting affectionate care and warmth.
Zuhaira
زُهَيْرَةTransliteration: Zuhayrah
"Blossom, Radiant flower, Shining star"
A diminutive of Zuhra, symbolizing fresh beauty and spiritual brightness.
As guided by Aala Hazrat Imam Ahmad Raza Khan (رحمة الله عليه) in Fatawa Razawiyyah, naming a child with the noble names of Prophets, Sahaba, and righteous servants brings blessings. Superstitious claims or unverified fabricated benefits are strictly excluded from SALAH Live documentation.