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Showing 133 verified Islamic names (205 Boys, 133 Girls)

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Aaliya

عَالِيَة

Transliteration: ‘Āliyah

"Exalted, High rank, Sublime, Heavenly"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# paradise

Derived from Quranic roots (e.g. Surah Al-Haaqqa 69:22 'Fi Jannatin 'Aliyah').

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Aaliyah

عَالِيَة

Transliteration: ‘Āliyah

"Exalted, High Rank, Sublime, Noble"

Mentioned in Quran describing the high gardens of Paradise (Jannatin Aaliyah).

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Aaminah

آمِنَة

Transliteration: Āminah

"Peaceful, Secure, Mother of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ"

Sacred name of Hazrat Aaminah (s.a.), holy mother of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

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Aarefa

عَارِفَة

Transliteration: Ārifah

"Learned, Wise, Devout woman of divine gnosis"

Denotes deep spiritual knowledge and devotion to Allah.

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Aayesha

عَائَشَة

Transliteration: ‘Ā’ishah

"Living, Prosperous, Mother of Believers Hazrat Aayesha Siddika"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# success

The standardized spelling variant of Sayyidatina Aayesha Siddika (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), beloved wife of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

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Afeefah

عَفِيفَة

Transliteration: ‘Afīfah

"Chaste, Pure, Modest, Virtuous"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# purity

Embodying the Islamic virtue of chastity (Iffah) celebrated throughout Quranic ethics.

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Afseen

أَفْسِين

Transliteration: Afsīn

"Shining star, Radiant jewel"

📍 South Asia📍 Western Communities# light

Denotes brilliance, purity, and inner spiritual radiance.

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Aisha

عَائِشَة

Transliteration: ‘Ā’ishah

"Prosperous, Full of life, Living well"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# success

The revered Mother of the Believers, Syeda Aisha Siddiqa (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), beloved wife of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

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Aksha

أَكْشَا

Transliteration: Akshā

"Blessed sight, Star, Eye of discernment"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# light# blessing

Symbolizes sharp spiritual perception and radiant beauty.

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Aleena

أَلِينَا

Transliteration: Alīnā

"Soft, Delicate, Gentle, Beautiful"

Symbolizes gentleness, softness, and pleasant manners.

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Aliya

عَلِيَّة

Transliteration: ‘Aliyyah

"High-born, Sublime, Exalted"

Feminine form of Ali; denotes dignity and high moral standing.

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Amani

أَمَانِي

Transliteration: Amānī

"Aspirations, Wishes, Pure Hopes"

Mentioned in Quran referring to good wishes and aspirations.

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Amina

أَمِينَة

Transliteration: Amīnah

"Trustworthy, Faithful, Honest Woman"

Feminine form of Amin (Trustworthy); praised moral attribute.

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Aminah

آمِنَة

Transliteration: Āminah

"Trustworthy, Secure, Peaceful, Mother of the Prophet ﷺ"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# peace# faith

The holy name of Sayyidatina Aminah bint Wahb, the blessed mother of Prophet Muhammad (صَلَّى ٱللَّٰهُ عَلَيْهِ وَآلِهِ وَسَلَّمَ).

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Annisa

الْنِّسَاء

Transliteration: An-Nisā’

"Indonesian form of An-Nisa; Gentle woman, Chaste lady"

📍 Southeast Asia# purity# faith

Derived from Surah An-Nisa in the Holy Quran. Top girl name in Indonesia.

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Anum

أَنْعُم

Transliteration: An‘um

"Divine Blessing, Favor of Allah, Grace"

Quranic word representing Allah's abundant blessings.

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Areeba

أَرِيبَة

Transliteration: Arībah

"Wise, Intelligent, Sagacious, Skilled"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# knowledge

Represents intellectual wisdom and sharp understanding in Islamic ethics.

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Asiya

آسِيَة

Transliteration: Āsiyah

"Pillar, Comforting, Healer"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# peace# paradise

The honored name of Sayyida Asiya (عَلَيْهَا ٱلسَّلَامُ), righteous wife of Pharaoh, promised Paradise in the Quran.

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Asma

أَسْمَاء

Transliteration: Asmā’

"Exalted, Prestigious, Higher, Names"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# brave# strength

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.

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Ayşe

عَائِشَة

Transliteration: Ayşe

"Turkish form of Ayesha; Living, Prosperous, Mother of Believers"

📍 Türkiye📍 Western Communities# faith# success

Turkish spelling of Mother of the Believers Sayyidatina Aayesha Siddika (RA). Extremely popular across Türkiye.

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Barakah

بَرَكَة

Transliteration: Barakah

"Blessing, Abundance, Umm Ayman"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# blessing

The noble name of Hazrat Barakah (Umm Ayman) (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), whom Prophet Muhammad ﷺ called 'My mother after my mother'.

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Batul

بَتُول

Transliteration: 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.

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Bilkis

بِلْقِيس

Transliteration: Bilqīs

"Queen of Sheba (Saba), Wise and Faithful Queen"

Noble Queen mentioned in Surah An-Naml who embraced Islam under Prophet Sulaiman (A.S.).

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Bushra

بُشْرَى

Transliteration: Bushrā

"Glad tidings, Good news, Joyous omen"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# happiness

Repeatedly used in the Quran (e.g. Surah Yunus 10:64) referring to Allah's joyful promises to believers.

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Dewi

شَرِيفَة

Transliteration: Dewi

"Noble lady, Pure woman of virtue"

📍 Southeast Asia# beauty# purity

Traditional Indonesian Muslim name representing womanhood and moral excellence.

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Dua

دُعَاء

Transliteration: Du‘ā'

"Prayer, Supplication, Invocation to Allah"

Weapon of the believer and essence of worship (Dua is worship).

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Elif

أَلِف

Transliteration: Elif

"The first letter of the Quran (Alif); Slender, Friendly, Honest"

📍 Türkiye📍 Western Communities# guidance# beauty

Symbolizes Alif (initial letter of Bismillah and the Quran), representing unity on Sirat al-Mustaqim. Top 3 girl name in Türkiye.

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Farah

فَرَح

Transliteration: Farah

"Joy, Happiness, Delight, Rejoicing in Allah's Mercy"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# light# mercy

Derived from Quranic command in Surah Yunus (10:58): 'Rejoice in Allah's bounty and mercy'.

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Farheen

فَرْحِين

Transliteration: Farhīn

"Joyful, Jubilant, Full of Happiness and Delight"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# blessing# success

Highly popular South Asian Muslim name spreading happiness and joy.

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Farjana

فَرْجَانَة

Transliteration: Farjānah

"Delightful, Joyful, Happy, Radiant"

Expresses happiness, joy, and divine cheerfulness.

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Fathima

فَاطِمَة

Transliteration: Fāṭimah

"Chaste, Beloved Daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ"

Leader of all women in Jannah (Sayyidatu Nisa'il Alameen) Sayyidah Fatima Zahra (R.A.).

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Fatima

فَاطِمَة

Transliteration: Fāṭimah

"One who abstains; Protected from hellfire"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# blessing

The blessed name of Sayyidatun Nisa Al-Alamin, Syeda Fatima al-Zahra (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

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Fatma

فَاطِمَة

Transliteration: Fatma

"Turkish form of Fatima; One who abstains, Beloved daughter of Prophet ﷺ"

📍 Türkiye# faith# purity

Turkish form of Sayyidatina Fatima al-Zahra (RA), leader of women in Paradise. Deeply cherished in Türkiye.

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Fayeza

فَائِزَة

Transliteration: Fā'izah

"Successful, Triumphant, Victorious in Faith"

Expresses ultimate success in this life and the Hereafter (Aakhirah).

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Gaushiya

غَوْثِيَّة

Transliteration: Ghawthiyyah

"Blessed with spiritual help of Ghaus-ul-Azam Sheikh Abdul Qadir Gilani (RA)"

📍 South Asia# blessing# faith

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.

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Hadiya

هَدِيَّة

Transliteration: Hadiyyah

"Gift, Present, Divine Guidance"

Represents a precious blessing and gift from Allah.

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Hafiza

حَافِظَة

Transliteration: Ḥāfiẓah

"Guardian, Protector, One who preserves the Holy Quran"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# purity

Quranic virtue denoting a woman who guards her chastity and preserves the Holy Quran in her heart (Surah An-Nisa 4:34).

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Hafsa

حَفْصَة

Transliteration: Ḥafṣah

"Young lioness, Preserver of Quranic manuscripts"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# brave# strength

The honored Mother of the Believers, Syeda Hafsa bint Umar (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), custodian of the original written Quran.

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Hajra

هَاجَر

Transliteration: 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.

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Halima

حَلِيمَة

Transliteration: Ḥalīmah

"Gentle, Patient, Mild-tempered; Milk-mother of Prophet (ﷺ)"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# mercy# blessing

The blessed name of Syeda Halima al-Sa'diyyah (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), foster mother of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

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Halimah

حَلِيمَة

Transliteration: Ḥalīmah

"Gentle, Patient, Mild-tempered"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# mercy# patience

The sacred name of Sayyidatina Halimah al-Sa'diyyah (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), foster mother of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ in his infancy.

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Hania

هَانِيَة

Transliteration: Hāniyah

"Happy, Pleased, Contented, Pleasant"

Derived from Quranic word Hani'an (pleasant and wholesome).

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Haniya

هَنِيَّة

Transliteration: Haniyyah

"Pleasant, Delightful, Happy, Content"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# light# happiness

Derived from Quranic term 'Hani'an' (Surah Al-Haaqqa 69:24), denoting wholesome delight.

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Hira

حِرَاء

Transliteration: Ḥirā'

"Sacred Cave Hira where first Quranic Revelation descended"

Sacred cave in Makkah Mukarramah where Surah Al-Alaq was revealed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

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Hoorain

حُور عِين

Transliteration: Ḥūr ‘Īn

"Damsels of Paradise with radiant, beautiful eyes"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# light# beauty

Explicitly mentioned in the Quran (Surah At-Tur 52:20 & Surah Al-Waqi'ah 56:22) describing the immaculate companions of Paradise.

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Ilsha

إِلْشَاء

Transliteration: Ilshā

"Noble Grace, Dignified Protection, Gift of Favor"

📍 South Asia# blessing# beauty

Gentle and melodic South Asian Muslim girl name expressing grace and blessing.

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Inaya

عِنَايَة

Transliteration: 'Ināyah

"Divine Care, Concern, Grace and Protection of Allah"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# blessing# faith

Beloved Muslim girl name signifying Allah's loving care and protection.

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Inayah

عِنَايَة

Transliteration: ‘Ināyah

"Divine care, Grace, Concern, Concern of Allah"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# beauty

Reflects Allah's divine care and benevolence upon a family.

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Intan

جَوْهَرَة

Transliteration: Intan

"Precious jewel, Diamond of purity and elegance"

📍 Southeast Asia# beauty# blessing

Traditional Malay & Indonesian Muslim name symbolizing a precious, chaste daughter.

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Iram

إِرَم

Transliteration: Iram

"Garden of Paradise, Lofty Sanctuary; Surah Al-Fajr (89:7)"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# beauty# blessing

Quranic sanctuary of lofty beauty mentioned in Surah Al-Fajr (89:7).

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Jannat

جَنَّات

Transliteration: Jannāt

"Gardens of Paradise, Eternal Abode of Peace"

Quranic term for the everlasting abode of peace and beauty created by Allah.

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Jarina

جَارِينَة

Transliteration: Jārīnah

"Active, Graceful, Flowing like a sweet stream"

Symbolizes energy, purity, and lively grace.

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Jebunnisa

زَيْبُ النِّسَاء

Transliteration: Zaib-un-Nisā

"Ornament of Women, Beauty of Womanhood"

Historical noble title representing elegance, piety, and leadership among women.

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Juwayriya

جُوَيْرِيَة

Transliteration: Juwayriyah

"Young damel, Rose, Bringer of blessing"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# 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.

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Kawthar

كَوْثَر

Transliteration: Kawthar

"Abundance of goodness, River of Paradise given to the Prophet ﷺ"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# gift# paradise

Featured in Surah Al-Kawthar (108:1), representing the heavenly fountain and supreme abundance bestowed by Allah upon Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

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Khadija

خَدِيجَة

Transliteration: Khadījah

"Trustworthy, Premature child; First Mother of Believers"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith

The noble name of Sayyida Khadija al-Kubra (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), first wife of Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) and first believer in Islam.

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Khadijah

خَدِيجَة

Transliteration: Khadījah

"Trustworthy, Premature child, Pure Tahira, First Mother of Believers"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# purity

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.

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Kulsum

كُلْثُوم

Transliteration: 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.).

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Laiba

لَعِبَة

Transliteration: La‘ibah

"Gorgeously beautiful angel of Paradise"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# beauty# paradise

Traditionally associated in Islamic literature with the ethereal beauty of Paradise.

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Layla

لَيْلَى

Transliteration: Laylā

"Night, Dark Beauty, Quiet Night"

Name of several noble Sahabiyyat including Hazrat Layla bint al-Minhal (R.A.).

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Lubna

لُبْنَى

Transliteration: Lubnā

"Tree yielding sweet fragrance, Pure and Sweet"

Symbolizes sweet aroma, natural purity, and elegance.

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Lujain

لُجَيْن

Transliteration: Lujayn

"Pure liquid silver, Shimmering radiance"

📍 Middle East / Gulf# beauty# purity

Classical Arabic name popular in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Kuwait.

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Mahnoor

مَاه نُور

Transliteration: Mahnūr

"Moonlight, Glow of the moon, Radiant radiance"

📍 South Asia# light# beauty

Compound name formed from Mah (moon) and Noor (light). Ranked among top girl names in Pakistan and North India.

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Maimoona

مَيْمُونَة

Transliteration: Maymūnah

"Blessed, Auspicious, Fortunate"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# blessing

The holy name of Sayyidatina Maimoona bint al-Harith (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), Mother of the Believers (Umm al-Mu'minin).

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Maliha

مَلِيحَة

Transliteration: Malīḥah

"Charming, Beautiful, Graceful, Sweet-featured"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# beauty

Denotes pleasant demeanor, refined etiquette, and charming character in Islamic traditions.

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Manar

مَنَار

Transliteration: Manār

"Lighthouse, Beacon of guidance, Source of light"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# light# guidance

Symbolizes moral clarity and shining spiritual illumination in society.

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Maria

مَارِيَّة

Transliteration: 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.

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Maroofa

مَعْرُوفَة

Transliteration: Ma‘rūfah

"Famous for goodness, Renowned for virtue, Well-known lady"

📍 South Asia# knowledge# beauty

Derived from Quranic root Ma'ruf (goodness & virtue). Very traditional Indian Muslim girl name.

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Marwah

مَرْوَة

Transliteration: Marwah

"Flint stone, Fragrant tree, Sacred hill near Kaaba"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# gift

Explicitly named in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:158) alongside Safa as a sacred symbol of Allah commemorated during Hajj and Umrah.

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Maryam

مَرْيَم

Transliteration: Maryam

"Pious, Devoted to Allah, Pure"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# blessing

The blessed name of Syeda Maryam (عَلَيْهَا ٱلسَّلَامُ), mother of Prophet Isa (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ), the only woman named directly in the Quran.

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Mehfuza

مَحْفُوظَة

Transliteration: Maḥfūẓah

"Protected, Guarded by Allah, Preserved from Evil"

📍 South Asia# faith# blessing

Quranic root name denoting Allah's divine protection over the believer.

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Mehrin

مِهْرِين

Transliteration: Mehrīn

"Loving, Affectionate, Kind-hearted, Sun-like radiance"

📍 South Asia📍 Western Communities# light# mercy

Embodying warm compassion and loving kindness towards family and community.

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Mehzabin

مَهْ جَبِين

Transliteration: Mahjabīn

"Beautiful as the Moon, Radiant forehead"

📍 South Asia📍 Western Communities# light# beauty

Represents luminous elegance, pure demeanor, and refined beauty.

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Melati

يَاسَمِين

Transliteration: Melati

"Jasmine flower, Fragrance of purity and simplicity"

📍 Southeast Asia# beauty# purity

The national jasmine flower of Indonesia, representing purity and innocence.

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Munira

مُنِيرَة

Transliteration: Munīrah

"Luminous, Radiant, Illuminating Light"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# beauty# faith

Quranic root name representing spiritual illumination and guidance (Surah Al-Ahzab 33:46).

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Nafisa

نَفِيسَة

Transliteration: Nafīsah

"Precious, Valuable, Exquisite; Name of Sayyidatina Nafisah al-Tahira (RA)"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# purity# beauty

Named after Sayyidatina Nafisah al-Tahira (rahmatullah alayha), noble great-granddaughter of Imam Hassan (RA) renowned for piety.

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Najwa

نَجْوَى

Transliteration: Najwā

"Intimate conversation, Secret prayer with Allah"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# blessing

Mentioned in Surah Al-Mujadila (58:7) and Surah Taha (20:62) referring to confidential prayer between the servant and Creator.

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Naseera

نَصِيرَة

Transliteration: Naṣīrah

"Helper, Supporter of truth, Victorious lady"

📍 South Asia# success# strength

Feminine form of Nasir (Helper), derived from Quranic root Nasr (Divine Victory & Help).

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Nazia

نَازِيَة

Transliteration: Nāziyah

"Proud, Optimistic, High Aspirations"

Represents healthy pride in Islamic identity and high hopes.

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Naznin

نَازْنِين

Transliteration: Nāznīn

"Delicate, Graceful, Beloved, Charming"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# mercy# beauty

Represents gentle refinement, modesty, and endearing familial love.

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Nida

نِدَاء

Transliteration: Nidā'

"Call, Voice, Proclamation, Prayer"

Mentioned in Quran referring to the divine call to faith and prayer.

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Noor Jahan

نُور جَهَان

Transliteration: Nūr Jahān

"Light of the world, Radiant beauty of the universe"

📍 South Asia# light# beauty

Classic royal Indian Muslim girl name symbolizing worldly light and dignity.

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Nusaybah

نُصَيْبَة

Transliteration: Nusaybah

"Appropriate, Noble lineage, Umm Ammarah"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# brave# strength

The heroic name of Hazrat Nusaybah bint Ka'b (Umm 'Ammarah) (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), who shielded Prophet Muhammad ﷺ during the Battle of Uhud.

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Parveen

بَرْوِين

Transliteration: Parvīn

"Cluster of stars (Pleiades), Radiant beauty, Celestial light"

📍 South Asia# light# beauty

Classic Indian Muslim girl name symbolizing starry radiance and elegance.

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Rabia

رَابِعَة

Transliteration: 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.

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Rabiya

رَابِعَة

Transliteration: Rābi‘ah

"Springtime, Devout saint Rabia al-Adawiyya"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# paradise

Named after the saint Sayyidatina Rabia al-Adawiyya al-Basri (رحمۃ اللہ علیہا), celebrated for divine love.

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Rida

رِدَاء

Transliteration: Ridā' / Riḍā

"Contentment, Favor of Allah, Cloak of Piety"

Expresses deep contentment with Allah's decree (Rida bil-Qada).

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Rizwana

رِضْوَانَة

Transliteration: Riḍwānah

"Pleasure of Allah, Acceptance, Heavenly Satisfaction"

Derived from Ridwan (divine pleasure of Allah).

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Ruhi

رُوحِي

Transliteration: Rūḥī

"Spiritual, Soulful, Belonging to the spirit"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# blessing

Reflects deep spiritual essence and inner purity of heart.

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Rumaysa

رُمَيْثَة

Transliteration: Rumayṣah

"Bouquet of flowers, Umm Sulaym"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# blessing# patience

The blessed name of Hazrat Rumaysa / Umm Sulaym bint Milhan (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), courageous mother of Hazrat Anas ibn Malik.

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Ruqayya

رُقَيَّة

Transliteration: Ruqayyah

"Gentle, Rising, Exalted, Superior"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# mercy# blessing

The blessed name of Sayyidatina Ruqayyah (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), noble daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ married to Hazrat Uthman Ghani (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهُ).

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Sadia

سَعِدِيَّة

Transliteration: 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.

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Saeeda

سَعِيدَة

Transliteration: Sa'īdah

"Happy, Fortunate, Blessed with Good Fortune and Faith"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# blessing# success

Traditional Islamic name for girls denoting happiness and spiritual blessing.

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Safa

صَفَا

Transliteration: Ṣafā

"Pure, Clarity, Sacred hill near Kaaba"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# purity

Explicitly named in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:158) as one of the sacred symbols (Sha'a'irullah) of Allah at Mecca.

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Safiya

صَفِيَّة

Transliteration: Safiyyah

"Pure, Untouched, Sincere Friend; Mother of the Believers Sayyidatina Safiyyah (RA)"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# beauty

Mother of the Believers (Ummah al-Mu'minin) Sayyidatina Safiyyah bint Huyayy (RA).

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Safiyyah

صَفِيَّة

Transliteration: Ṣafiyyah

"Pure, Best friend, Untainted"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# purity

The holy name of Sayyidatina Safiyyah bint Huyayy (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), Mother of the Believers.

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Safura

صَفُورَاء

Transliteration: Ṣafūrā’

"Pious, Modest, Wife of Prophet Musa (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ)"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith

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.

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Sajmina

سَجْمِينَا

Transliteration: Sajmīnā

"Peaceful Pearl, Pure and Gentle Lady"

📍 South Asia# beauty# peace

Graceful South Asian Muslim girl name embodying modesty and serenity.

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Sakera

شَاكِرَة

Transliteration: Shākirah

"Grateful, Thankful to Allah for Blessings"

📍 South Asia# faith# blessing

Quranic virtue of expressing gratitude (Shukr) to Allah Almighty (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:152).

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Salma

سَلْمَى

Transliteration: Salmā

"Peaceful, Safe, Healthy, Companion Hazrat Salma (R.A.)"

Hazrat Salma (R.A.), noble Sahabiyyah and midwife who served the Prophet's family.

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Salsabil

سَلْسَبِيل

Transliteration: Salsabīl

"Pure spring in Paradise, Smooth and easy flowing water"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# paradise# purity

Mentioned in Surah Al-Insan (76:18) as a crystal-pure, soothing spring of Paradise.

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Sama

سَمَاء

Transliteration: Samā'

"Sky, Exalted Firmament, High Rank, Nobility"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# beauty# blessing

Beautiful Quranic name signifying high spiritual standing and heavens (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:29).

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Samina

ثَمِينَة

Transliteration: Thamīnah

"Precious, Valuable, Priceless, Generous"

Symbolizes immense value, honor, and moral perfection.

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Sana

سَنَاء

Transliteration: Sanā'

"Brilliance, Resplendence, Praise, High Light"

Mentioned in Surah An-Nur (Sana Barqihi - the flash of lightning).

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Sara

سَارَة

Transliteration: Sārah

"Pure, Princess, Joyful, Wife of Prophet Ibrahim (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ)"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# happiness# purity

The noble name of Sayyidatina Sarah, beloved wife of Prophet Ibrahim (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ) and mother of Prophet Ishaq (عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ).

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Sawda

سَوْدَة

Transliteration: Sawdah

"Proper name, Land covered with palm trees"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith

The revered name of Sayyidatina Sawda bint Zam'a (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), Mother of the Believers, known for her devotion and generous spirit.

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Sayema

صَائِمَة

Transliteration: Ṣā'imah

"Fasting Woman, Devout and Virtuous Worshipper"

Praised in Quran (Saa'imaat) as righteous women who fast for Allah's pleasure.

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Sharmeen

شَرْمِين

Transliteration: Sharmīn

"Modest, Bashful, Shy, Virtuous and Elegant Lady"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# beauty

Classic South Asian Muslim name denoting the high Islamic virtue of modesty (Haya).

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Shehnaz

شَهْنَاز

Transliteration: Shahnāz

"Pride of the King, Bride, Highly honored princess"

📍 South Asia📍 Western Communities# leadership

Represents dignity, royal elegance, and honorable character.

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Shirin

شِيرِين

Transliteration: Shīrīn

"Sweet, Pleasant, Graceful, Delightful"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# beauty# blessing

Classic Islamic name representing sweetness of character and elegance.

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Sidra

سِدْرَة

Transliteration: Sidrah

"Lote tree of the utmost boundary (Sidrat al-Muntaha)"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# paradise

Mentioned in Surah An-Najm (53:14) referring to Sidrat al-Muntaha, the utmost boundary tree in the seventh heaven reached during Mi'raj.

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Sufiya

صُوفِيَّة

Transliteration: Ṣūfiyyah

"Pious woman, Devout mystic, Pure-hearted worshipper"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith# purity

Embodying Sufi virtues of heart-purity, sincere worship, and remembrance of Allah.

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Sumaiya

سُمَيَّة

Transliteration: 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.

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Sumayya

سُمَيَّة

Transliteration: Sumayyah

"High, Exalted, First martyr in Islam"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# brave# strength

The heroic name of Hazrat Sumayyah bint Khayyat (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), the FIRST martyr (Shaheed) in Islamic history.

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Suraiya

ثُرَيَّا

Transliteration: Thurayyā

"Cluster of Stars, Pleiades, Luminous Constellation"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# beauty# blessing

Classic Islamic name representing astronomical beauty and luminosity.

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Tabassum

تَبَسُّم

Transliteration: Tabassum

"Smile, Gentle Laughter; Sunnah Practice of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# beauty# blessing

Embodying the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ whose smile illuminated companions.

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Tahera

طَاهِرَة

Transliteration: Ṭāhirah

"Pure, Chaste, Immaculate; Title of Sayyidatina Khadijah & Fatima (RA)"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# purity# faith

Honored title of Mother of the Believers Sayyidatina Khadijat-ul-Kubra (RA) and Sayyidatina Fatima al-Zahra (RA). Highly cherished.

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Tahira

طَاهِرَة

Transliteration: Ṭāhirah

"Pure, Chaste, Virtuous, Clean"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# purity

An epithet of Syeda Fatima al-Zahra and Syeda Khadija al-Kubra (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهُنَّ). Recommended in Fatawa Razawiyyah.

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Taiyeba

طَيِّبَة

Transliteration: Ṭayyibah

"Pure, Good, Virtuous, Chaste, Title of Holy Madinah"

Mentioned in Quran; sacred title of Madinah Al-Munawwarah symbolizing purity and virtue.

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Tasneem

تَسْنِيم

Transliteration: Tasnīm

"Fountain of Paradise, Spring in Jannah"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# guidance# paradise

Mentioned directly in Surah Al-Mutaffifin (83:27) as a heavenly fountain for those drawn near to Allah.

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Tasnim

تَسْنِيم

Transliteration: Tasnīm

"Fountain of Paradise, Elevated spring"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# paradise

Mentioned in Surah Al-Mutaffifin (83:27) as the highest spring in Paradise reserved for those closest to Allah (Muqarrabun).

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Umm Kulthum

أُمّ كُلْثُوم

Transliteration: Umm Kulthūm

"One with rounded, healthy cheeks, Full of grace"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# beauty

The noble name of Sayyidatina Umm Kulthum (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا), beloved daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

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Umme Hani

أُمَّ هَانِئ

Transliteration: 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.

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Uzma

عُظْمَى

Transliteration: ‘Uẓmā

"Greatest, Supreme, Grand, Most Dignified"

Denotes supreme grandeur and highest dignity.

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Yasmina

يَاسَمِينَة

Transliteration: Yāsamīnah

"Jasmine Flower, Fragrant, Pure and Gentle"

Symbolizes sweetness, purity, and delicate fragrance.

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Yusra

يُسْرَى

Transliteration: Yusrā

"Ease, Prosperity, Relief after hardship"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# success

Prominently mentioned in Surah Al-Inshirah (94:5-6) and Surah Al-Lail (92:7) assuring divine ease after struggle.

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Zaheda

زَاهِدَة

Transliteration: Zāhidah

"Ascetic, Devout woman, Devoted worshipper"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# faith

Feminine form of Zahid, denoting deep devotion and piety.

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Zahra

زَهْرَاء

Transliteration: Zahrā’

"Radiant, Shining, Luminous Flower"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# light# beauty

The celebrated title of Syeda Fatima al-Zahra (رَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا). Highly virtuous name for girls in Islam.

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Zainab

زَيْنَب

Transliteration: Zaynab

"Fragrant flower, Ornament of her father"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# gift# beauty

The noble name of the eldest daughter of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, as well as his beloved granddaughter Sayyidatina Zainab bint Ali (רَضِيَ ٱللَّٰهُ عَنْهَا).

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Zakera

ذَاكِرَة

Transliteration: Dhākirah

"One who remembers Allah constantly, Devout worshipper"

📍 South Asia# faith# gratitude

Quranic virtue mentioned in Surah Al-Ahzab (33:35 'Wadh-Dhakiraty Allaha Kathira').

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Zeynep

زَيْنَب

Transliteration: Zeynep

"Turkish form of Zainab; Beautiful fragrant flower, Daughter of Prophet ﷺ"

📍 Türkiye📍 Western Communities# beauty# faith

Turkish spelling of Sayyidatina Zainab (RA). Number 1 most popular girl name in Türkiye for over a decade.

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Zoya

زُويَا

Transliteration: Zoyā

"Loving, Caring, Alive, Affectionate"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# mercy# purity

Popular virtuous Muslim girl's name denoting affectionate care and warmth.

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Zuhaira

زُهَيْرَة

Transliteration: Zuhayrah

"Blossom, Radiant flower, Shining star"

📍 South Asia📍 Middle East / Gulf# light# beauty

A diminutive of Zuhra, symbolizing fresh beauty and spiritual brightness.

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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.

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