Muslim Names from the Quran

Names that appear in the Quran, or whose Arabic root appears in it, with the verse reference for each.

1956 names · each links to its meaning, Arabic spelling, origin and pronunciation.

Aabida — Worshipper, devoted to God Aabideen — Worshippers, the devout Aadam — Adam, the first human and Prophet Aadan — Prophet Ādam, first man Aafaq — Horizons Aakifah — Devoted, one who stays in worship Aala — Blessings, favours of God Aalim — Learned, knowledgeable; scholar Aaliya — High, exalted, sublime Aaliyah — Exalted, sublime, highest Aamaal — Hopes, aspirations Aamil — Worker, one who acts; governor Aaqib — Successor, one who comes last Aariz — Rain cloud; one who presents himself Aasim — Protector, guardian Aasiya — Āsiya, wife of Pharaoh Abdallah — Servant of God Abdel Wadoud — Servant of the Most Loving Abdelali — Servant of the Most High Abdelaziz — Servant of the Almighty Abdelbasset — Servant of the One who expands Abdelgadir — Servant of the All-Capable Abdelhafid — Servant of the Preserver Abdelhai — Servant of the Ever-Living Abdelhak — Servant of the Truth Abdelkader — Servant of the All-Powerful Abdelkarim — Servant of the Most Generous Abdellah — Servant of God Abdellatif — Servant of the Most Gentle Abdelmagid — Servant of the All-Glorious Abdelmajid — Servant of the All-Glorious Abdelrahim — Servant of the Most Merciful Abdelrahman — Servant of the Most Merciful Abderrahim — Servant of the Most Merciful Abderrahmane — Servant of the Most Gracious Abdessamad — Servant of the Eternal Refuge Abdiaziz — Servant of the Almighty Abdifatah — Servant of the Opener Abdihakim — Servant of the All-Wise Abdikarim — Servant of the Most Generous Abdinasir — Servant of the Helper Abdirahim — Servant of the Most Compassionate Abdirahman — Servant of the Most Merciful Abdisalam — Servant of the Source of Peace Abdishakur — Servant of the Most Appreciative Abdiwali — Servant of the Protecting Friend Abdou — Servant (of God)Abdoulaye — Servant of God Abdul — Servant of (followed by a Name of God)Abdul Waheed — Servant of the One Abdul-Afuw — Servant of the Pardoner Abdul-Ahad — Servant of the One Abdul-Akhir — Servant of the Last Abdul-Aleem — Servant of the All-Knowing Abdul-Ali — Servant of the Most High Abdul-Alim — Servant of the All-Knowing Abdul-Awwal — Servant of the First Abdul-Azeem — Servant of the Magnificent Abdul-Azeez — Servant of the Almighty Abdul-Azim — Servant of the Magnificent Abdul-Aziz — Servant of the Almighty Abdul-Badi — Servant of the Originator Abdul-Baith — Servant of the Resurrector Abdul-Baqi — Servant of the Everlasting Abdul-Bari — Servant of the Maker Abdul-Barr — Servant of the Source of Goodness Abdul-Baseer — Servant of the All-Seeing Abdul-Basir — Servant of the All-Seeing Abdul-Basit — Servant of the Expander Abdul-Batin — Servant of the Hidden Abdul-Fattah — Servant of the Opener Abdul-Ghaffar — Servant of the Ever-Forgiving Abdul-Ghafoor — Servant of the All-Forgiving Abdul-Ghafur — Servant of the Most Forgiving Abdul-Ghani — Servant of the Self-Sufficient Abdul-Hadi — Servant of the Guide Abdul-Hafeez — Servant of the Preserver Abdul-Hafiz — Servant of the Preserver Abdul-Hai — Servant of the Ever-Living Abdul-Hakam — Servant of the Judge Abdul-Hakeem — Servant of the All-Wise Abdul-Hakim — Servant of the All-Wise Abdul-Haleem — Servant of the Forbearing Abdul-Halim — Servant of the Forbearing Abdul-Hameed — Servant of the Praiseworthy Abdul-Hamid — Servant of the Praiseworthy Abdul-Haqq — Servant of the Truth Abdul-Haseeb — Servant of the Reckoner Abdul-Hasib — Servant of the Reckoner Abdul-Hayy — Servant of the Ever-Living Abdul-Ilah — Servant of God Abdul-Jabbar — Servant of the Compeller Abdul-Jaleel — Servant of the Majestic Abdul-Jalil — Servant of the Majestic Abdul-Jami — Servant of the Gatherer Abdul-Kabeer — Servant of the Most Great Abdul-Kabir — Servant of the Most Great Abdul-Kareem — Servant of the Most Generous Abdul-Karim — Servant of the Most Generous Abdul-Khabeer — Servant of the All-Aware Abdul-Khabir — Servant of the All-Aware Abdul-Khaliq — Servant of the Creator Abdul-Lateef — Servant of the Subtle, the Kind Abdul-Latif — Servant of the Most Gentle Abdul-Majeed — Servant of the All-Glorious Abdul-Majid — Servant of the Glorious, the Noble Abdul-Malik — Servant of the King Abdul-Mateen — Servant of the Firm, the Strong Abdul-Matin — Servant of the Firm, the Steadfast Abdul-Mu'izz — Servant of the Giver of honour Abdul-Mubdi — Servant of the Originator Abdul-Mughni — Servant of the Enricher Abdul-Muhaimin — Servant of the Guardian Abdul-Muhaymin — Servant of the Guardian Abdul-Muhsi — Servant of the One Who Counts All Abdul-Muhyi — Servant of the Giver of Life Abdul-Muid — Servant of the Restorer Abdul-Muizz — Servant of the Giver of Honour Abdul-Mujeeb — Servant of the One Who Answers Abdul-Mujib — Servant of the Answerer of prayers Abdul-Mumeet — Servant of the Bringer of Death Abdul-Mumin — Servant of the Giver of Security Abdul-Muntaqim — Servant of the Avenger Abdul-Muqeet — Servant of the Nourisher Abdul-Muqsit — Servant of the Just One Abdul-Muqtadir — Servant of the All-Powerful Abdul-Musawwir — Servant of the Fashioner Abdul-Mutaal — Servant of the Most Exalted Abdul-Mutaali — Servant of the Most Exalted Abdul-Mutakabbir — Servant of the Supreme in Greatness Abdul-Muzill — Servant of the One Who Humbles Abdul-Naseer — Servant of the Helper Abdul-Nasir — Servant of the Helper Abdul-Noor — Servant of the Light Abdul-Nur — Servant of the Light Abdul-Qabid — Servant of the Withholder Abdul-Qadeer — Servant of the All-Powerful Abdul-Qadir — Servant of the All-Capable Abdul-Qahar — Servant of the All-Subduing (God)Abdul-Qahhar — Servant of the All-Prevailing Abdul-Qawi — Servant of the Most Strong Abdul-Qayyum — Servant of the Self-Subsisting Abdul-Quddus — Servant of the Most Holy Abdul-Rafi — Servant of the One Who Raises Abdul-Raheem — Servant of the Most Merciful Abdul-Rahim — Servant of the Most Merciful Abdul-Rahman — Servant of the Most Gracious Abdul-Raouf — Servant of the Most Kind Abdul-Raqeeb — Servant of the Ever-Watchful Abdul-Raqib — Servant of the Ever-Watchful Abdul-Rauf — Servant of the Most Kind Abdul-Razak — Servant of the Provider Abdul-Razzaq — Servant of the Provider Abdul-Salam — Servant of the Source of Peace Abdul-Samad — Servant of the Eternal Refuge Abdul-Sami — Servant of the All-Hearing Abdul-Shaheed — Servant of the Witness Abdul-Shakoor — Servant of the Most Appreciative Abdul-Shakur — Servant of the Most Appreciative Abdul-Tawab — Servant of the Accepter of Repentance Abdul-Tawwab — Servant of the Accepter of Repentance Abdul-Wadood — Servant of the Most Loving Abdul-Wadud — Servant of the Most Loving Abdul-Wahab — Servant of the Bestower Abdul-Wahhab — Servant of the Bestower Abdul-Wahid — Servant of the One Abdul-Wakeel — Servant of the Trustee Abdul-Wakil — Servant of the Trustee (God)Abdul-Wali — Servant of the Protecting Friend Abdul-Waris — Servant of the Inheritor Abdul-Warith — Servant of the Inheritor Abdul-Wasi — Servant of the All-Encompassing Abdul-Zahir — Servant of the Manifest Abdulateef — Servant of the Gentle, the Subtle Abdulazeez — Servant of the Almighty Abdulaziz — Servant of the Almighty Abdulfatai — Servant of the Opener Abdulganiyu — Servant of the Self-Sufficient Abdulhadi — Servant of the Guide Abdulhakim — Servant of the All-Wise Abdulhamid — Servant of the Praiseworthy Abdulhaq — Servant of the Truth Abdulilah — Servant of God Abduljabbar — Servant of the Compeller Abdulkabir — Servant of the Most Great Abdulkadir — Servant of the All-Powerful Abdulkarim — Servant of the Most Generous Abdulla — Servant of God Abdullah — Servant of God Abdullahi — Servant of God Abdullateef — Servant of the Gentle, the Subtle Abdulmajeed — Servant of the All-Glorious Abdulmalik — Servant of the King Abdulmumin — Servant of the Giver of Security Abdulrahman — Servant of the Most Merciful Abdulrazak — Servant of the Provider Abdulsalam — Servant of the Source of Peace Abdulwahab — Servant of the Bestower Abdulwasiu — Servant of the All-Encompassing Abdur-Rahman — Servant of the Most Merciful Abdurrahman — Servant of the Most Merciful Abeeda — Worshipper, devoted to God Abid — Worshipper, devoted servant of God Abida — Worshipper, devoted to God Abraar — The righteous, the pious Abrar — The righteous, the pious Abror — The righteous, the pious ones Absar — Eyes, vision, insight Abshir — Rejoice, receive good news Adam — The first man; of the earth Adama — Of the earth; form of Adam Adamu — Adam, the first man and Prophet Adeel — Just, fair; equal, peer Adel — Just, fair Adela — Just, fair, upright Adem — Adam, the first human and Prophet Aden — Eden; lasting abode; the city of Aden Adham — Black, dark; a black horse Adhan — Call to prayer, announcement Adil — Just, fair, upright Adila — Just, fair, upright woman Adna — Eden; the garden of Paradise Afaaq — Horizons Afaf — Chastity, modesty, virtue Afaq — Horizons, far reaches of the world Afifa — Chaste, pure, virtuous Aflah — More successful, prosperous Afnaan — Branches of trees Afnan — Branches of trees Afnane — Branches, leafy boughs Afrah — Joys, celebrations, happiness Ahad — The One, unique Ahd — Pledge, promise, covenant Ahmad — Most praiseworthy, most praising Ahmadu — Most praiseworthy Ahmar — Red; of ruddy complexion Ahmed — Most praised, most praiseworthy Ahmet — Most praiseworthy Ahoud — Pledges, promises Ahsan — Best, most beautiful, finest Ahsen — Best, most beautiful Aiman — Blessed, fortunate; on the right Ain — Eye; spring of water Aini — My eye; my beloved Aisha — Alive, living, she who lives well Ajmal — Most beautiful, handsomest Akbar — Greater, greatest Akeem — Wise Akhlaaq — Good character, morals Akhmed — Most praised, most praiseworthy Akif — Devoted; one who stays in worship Akmal — Most complete, most perfect Akram — Most generous, most noble Al-Yasa — The Prophet Elisha Alaa — Blessings, favours of God Alam — World, universe Alassane — The handsome, the good Aleem — All-knowing; learned Alhagie — The pilgrim Alhaji — One who has performed the Hajj Ali — High, exalted, noble Alia — High, exalted, sublime Alif — The first letter of the Arabic alphabet Alim — Knowing, learned, knowledgeable Aliou — High, exalted Alioune — High, exalted Aliya — Exalted, lofty, high-ranking Aliyah — Exalted, high, lofty Altaf — Kindnesses, favours, graces Amaal — Hopes, aspirations Amaan — Safety, protection, peace Amaana — Trust, trustworthiness Amaanah — Trust, something held in trust Amadou — Most praiseworthy Amadu — Most praiseworthy; form of Ahmad Amal — Hope, aspiration Aman — Safety, protection, peace Amana — Trust, trustworthiness, loyalty Amanah — Trust, trustworthiness Ameen — Trustworthy, faithful, reliable Amel — Hope, aspiration Amidou — One who praises God; praiseworthy Amin — Trustworthy, faithful Amjad — Most glorious, most noble Ammar — Builder, one who brings life; long-lived Amudalat — Praise be to God Anaam — Usually explained as 'blessings, favours'Anab — Grapes Anam — Creation, all living beings Anfal — Spoils, gifts beyond what is due Anjum — Stars Annisa — The women Anwaar — Lights, radiances Anwar — More radiant, luminous, bright Aqeel — Wise, intelligent, sensible Aqib — Successor, the one who comes last Aqilah — Intelligent, sensible, wise Aqsa — Farthest, most distant Arafa — Arafah, the plain of the Hajj Arezki — Blessed with provision Arfa — Higher, most exalted Arfah — Highest, most exalted Arfan — Knowledge, recognition, gratitude Arham — Most merciful, more compassionate Arif — Knowing, wise, learned Arooba — Loving, devoted to her husband Arooj — Ascent, rise, height Arsh — Throne Arshad — Most rightly guided Arshi — Heavenly, of the Throne Asal — Honey Asana — Good deed, beautiful one Asel — Honey; sweet Ashfaq — Kindness, compassion Asia — One who heals and consoles Asiat — Asiya, wife of Pharaoh Asifa — Storm, strong wind Asifah — Strong wind, storm Asim — Protector, guardian Asiya — One who heals and comforts Asiyah — One who heals and comforts Asma'u — Names; lofty, exalted Asmaa — Names; often explained as lofty, exalted Asmae — Lofty, eminent; names Asrar — Secrets, mysteries Assanatou — Good deed, beautiful one Assane — Handsome, good Assel — Honey; sweet Assia — One who heals and comforts Ata — Gift, bestowal Ateeq — Freed; ancient, noble Athar — Purest, most pure Atiya — Gift, present Aulia — Friends of God, saints Awab — One who often turns back to God Axmed — Most praiseworthy Aya — Sign, miracle, verse Ayah — Sign, verse of the Quran Ayat — Signs, verses Ayman — Blessed, fortunate; on the right Ayoob — Prophet Job Ayoub — Prophet Job, the patient one Ayub — Prophet Job, the patient one Ayyub — Prophet Job, the patient one Azaan — The call to prayer Azan — The call to prayer Azeem — Great, magnificent Azeezat — Precious, honoured, beloved Azhaar — Flowers, blossoms Azim — Great, magnificent Aziz — Mighty, honoured, dear Azizat — Precious, beloved, honoured Azka — Purer, most virtuous Azmi — Resolute, of firm determination Azza — Honour, dignity; a young gazelle Azzam — Very determined, resolute Baasim — Smiling, cheerful Baasit — One who extends, gives in abundance Bachir — Bringer of good news Bachira — Bearer of good news Badar — Full moon Badeea — Wonderful, unique, marvellous Badeeah — Wonderful, marvellous, unique Bader — Full moon Badiul — Wonder of, marvel of Badiya — Wonderful, marvellous, unique Badour — Full moons Badr — Full moon Baheejah — Joyful, delightful, radiant Bahgat — Joy, delight, radiance Bahiga — Joyful, delightful Bahija — Joyful, delightful, beautiful Bahijah — Joyful, delightful Baleegha — Eloquent, well-spoken Balgees — Name of the Queen of Sheba Baligha — Eloquent Balighah — Eloquent; far-reaching Balkissa — Bilqīs, the Queen of Sheba Balqees — Name of the Queen of Sheba Balqis — Name of the Queen of Sheba Banan — Fingertips Baneen — Sons, children Bara — Innocent, free of blame Baraa — Innocence, freedom from fault Baraka — Blessing, divine grace Barakah — Blessing, divine abundance Barakat — Blessings Bariq — Shining, gleaming, flashing like lightning Barkat — Blessing, abundance Basaam — Always smiling, cheerful Baseem — Smiling Baseema — Smiling, cheerful Baseera — Insight, clear perception Baseerat — Insight, inner vision, perception Basem — Smiling, cheerful Bashaer — Glad tidings, good omens Bashayer — Good tidings, glad news Basheer — Bringer of good news Basheera — Bringer of glad tidings Bashir — Bringer of good tidings Bashirah — Bearer of good news, joyful Bashiru — Bringer of good news Basim — Smiling, cheerful Basimah — Smiling, cheerful Basir — Seeing, perceptive, insightful Basira — Insight, discernment Basirah — Insight, inner vision, discernment Basit — One who expands and gives abundantly Basmala — Saying 'Bismillah'Bassim — Smiling, cheerful Bassima — Smiling, cheerful Batool — Devoted to God, chaste Bayaan — Clarity, eloquent expression Bayan — Clarity, eloquence, clear speech Bazigh — Rising, shining (like the sun)Bazigha — Rising, radiant (like the sun)Bedia — Wonderful, unique, original Belkis — Queen of Sheba Berat — Innocence, freedom from sin; a decree Beshir — Bringer of good news Betul — Chaste, wholly devoted to God Beyza — White, pure, bright Bilikis — Queen of Sheba Bilkis — Name of the Queen of Sheba Bilkisu — Queen of Sheba Bilqees — Name of the Queen of Sheba Bilqis — Name of the Queen of Sheba Borhan — Proof, clear evidence Boshra — Good news, glad tidings Boushra — Good news, glad tidings Brahim — Prophet Abraham; father of nations Brahima — Form of Ibrahim (Abraham), a Prophet Btissam — Smile, smiling Budoor — Full moons Buraq — Lightning-swift; the Prophet's heavenly mount Burhaan — Proof, clear evidence Burhan — Proof, clear evidence Bushra — Good news, glad tidings Bushrah — Good news, glad tidings Cabdiaziz — Servant of the Almighty Cabdifitaax — Servant of the Opener Cabdikariim — Servant of the Most Generous Cabdillaahi — Servant of God Cabdinaasir — Servant of the Helper Cabdiraxiim — Servant of the Most Compassionate Cabdiraxmaan — Servant of the Most Merciful Cabdisalaan — Servant of the Source of Peace Cabdishakuur — Servant of the Most Appreciative Cabdiwali — Servant of the Protecting Friend Cabdixakiim — Servant of the All-Wise Cabdullaahi — Servant of God Cabdullahi — Servant of God Cahid — One who strives and makes effort Cebrail — Name of the Angel Gabriel Celal — Majesty, greatness, glory Cemal — Beauty, grace Cemil — Beautiful, handsome Cenan — Gardens, paradise Cennet — Paradise, garden Chouaib — Name of a Prophet Cihad — Striving, great effort Cihat — Striving, great effort Ciise — Prophet ʿĪsā (Jesus)Cilmi — Of knowledge, learned Cuma — Friday, day of gathering Daa'uud — Prophet Dāwūd (David); beloved Daaim — Everlasting, enduring, constant Daaima — Everlasting, constant, enduring Daaniya — Near, close at hand Daanya — Near, close at hand Daem — Everlasting, enduring Dafalla — God has repelled harm Dahab — Gold Dahabo — Gold, golden Dahir — Pure, clean, virtuous Daim — Everlasting, permanent Daiyah — One who calls others to God Daleel — Guide, proof, evidence Daleela — Guide, one who shows the way Dalila — Guide, one who leads the way Dalilah — Guide; one who shows the way Dania — Near, close at hand Daniya — Near, close at hand Daniyah — Near; close at hand (of fruit)Danjuma — Son born on Friday Danya — Near; close at hand Daoud — Beloved; name of Prophet David Daouda — Form of Dawud (David), a Prophet Daud — Beloved (Prophet David)Dauda — David; the Prophet Dāwūd Dauood — Beloved (Prophet David)Davood — Beloved; the Prophet David Davud — Beloved; name of Prophet David Davut — Beloved; name of Prophet David Dawid — Beloved (David)Dawood — Beloved (Prophet David)Dawud — Beloved (Prophet David)Dayem — Everlasting, enduring Dayyan — Judge, the one who requites Deen — Religion, faith, way of life Dhakira — One who remembers God Dhiaa — Light, brightness, radiance Dhiya — Light, radiance Dhuha — Morning brightness, forenoon Dhul-Kifl — One of the pledge; the Prophet Dhul-Kifl Dia — Light, radiance, brightness Diaa — Light, radiance, brightness Diya — Light, radiance, brightness Diyaa — Light, radiance, brightness Djamel — Beauty, grace Djamila — Beautiful, graceful Djibril — Gabriel, the archangel Doaa — Supplication, prayer to God Doha — Forenoon; bright morning light Donya — The world Douae — Supplication, prayer to God Dounia — The world Driss — Form of Idris, a prophet's name Drissa — Form of Idris, a Prophet Dua — Supplication, prayer to God Dua'a — Prayer, supplication to God Duaa — Supplication, heartfelt prayer Duha — Late-morning sunlight Dunya — The world, this life Durriya — Brilliant, shining like a pearl Durriyah — Shining like a pearl; brilliant Durriyya — Pearl-like, radiantly bright Durriyyah — Shining, brilliant like a pearl Dzhamilya — Beautiful, graceful Dželila — Great, exalted, honourable Džemal — Beauty, grace Ebad — Servants (of God), worshippers Ebrahim — Abraham, father of many Ebrar — The righteous, the pious Ebrima — Abraham, friend of God Ebtisam — Smiling, a smile Eesa — Jesus, the prophet Effat — Chastity, virtue, modesty Ehab — Giving, a gift Ehsaan — Excellence in doing good, kindness Ehsan — Doing good with excellence, benevolence Eiman — Faith, belief in God Ejlal — Reverence, honour, great respect Ejub — Prophet Job Ekhlaas — Sincerity, pure devotion to God Ekhlas — Sincerity, pure devotion Ekram — Honouring, generosity, hospitality Ekrem — Most generous, most noble Elamin — The trustworthy one Elfatih — The opener, the conqueror Elhadi — The guide Elhadji — The pilgrim Elham — Inspiration Elias — The Prophet Ilyas (Elijah); my God is the Lord Elmi — Of knowledge, learned Elnour — The light Elrashid — The rightly guided, the wise Elsadig — The truthful one Elsheikh — The elder, the respected teacher Elsir — The secret; inner blessing Eltayeb — The good, the pure Elyesa — The Prophet Elisha Emaan — Faith, belief Emad — Pillar, support Eman — Faith, belief Emin — Trustworthy, faithful Emina — Trustworthy, faithful; safe Ensar — Helpers (of the Prophet)Erum — Garden of paradise (popular sense); Iram Eslaam — Submission to God; Islam Eslam — Islam; submission to God Esma — Lofty, eminent; names Esmaeil — God hears; the Prophet Ishmael Esra — Night journey Esraa — Night journey Essa — The Prophet Jesus; God is salvation Essam — Protection, safeguard Eyup — Prophet Job Ezaan — Call to prayer Ezz — Might, honour, glory Faaiz — Victorious, successful Faaiza — Victorious, successful woman Fadee — Redeemer; one who sacrifices for others Fadhili — Kindness, favour, generosity Fadi — Redeemer, one who sacrifices himself Fadia — Self-sacrificing; redeemer Fadl — Grace, bounty, favour Fadwah — Self-sacrifice; ransom Faez — Winner, successful, triumphant Faeza — Successful, victorious Faezeh — Successful, victorious Faheem — Intelligent, understanding Fahiem — Intelligent, quick to understand Fahim — Intelligent, understanding Fahimah — Intelligent, understanding Fahimeh — Intelligent, understanding Faiz — Winner, successful; also grace, bounty Faiza — Successful, victorious, triumphant Faizah — Victorious, successful Fajar — Dawn, daybreak Fajer — Dawn, daybreak Fajr — Dawn, daybreak Fajriyah — Of the dawn Fakeeha — Cheerful, good-humoured Fakeehah — Cheerful, good-humoured; fruit Fakiha — Fruit; cheerful, good-humoured Fakihah — Fruit; cheerful Falah — Success, prosperity, salvation Falak — Sky, heavens; orbit of the stars Faleeha — Successful, prosperous Faleh — Successful, prosperous Fanan — Branch of a tree Faqeeh — Jurist; one with deep understanding Farah — Joy, happiness, delight Farax — Joy, happiness Fardowsa — Paradise, the highest garden Fareeha — Happy, joyful, cheerful Farha — Joy, happiness Farheen — Happy, joyful Farooq — One who distinguishes truth from falsehood Farouk — One who distinguishes truth from falsehood Faruq — One who distinguishes truth from falsehood Faseeh — Eloquent, articulate Faseehah — Eloquent, articulate Faseh — Eloquent, articulate Fasih — Eloquent Fatah — Victory, conquest; opening Fatai — The Opener (short for ʿAbd al-Fattāḥ)Fateh — Victory, conquest Fathia — Victory; opening, a new beginning Fathiya — Victory; opening, beginning Fathiyyah — Victory; opening Fathy — Of victory; opening, triumph Fatih — Conqueror, one who opens Fatiha — The opening, the beginning Fausat — Success, triumph Fausiyat — Successful, triumphant Fauzia — Successful, triumphant Fauziah — Successful, triumphant Fawad — Heart Fawaz — Very successful, triumphant Fawwaz — Winner, triumphant Fawzia — Successful, victorious Fawziah — Successful, triumphant Fawziya — Successful, triumphant Fawziyah — Successful, triumphant Fawzy — Of success; triumphant Fayez — Winner, successful Fayza — Successful, victorious Fazal — Grace, favour, bounty Fazl — Grace, bounty, favour of God Fazlullah — Grace of God Fedaa — Sacrifice, devotion Fedwa — Self-sacrifice; ransom Fehmeeda — Wise, understanding Fehmida — Wise, intelligent, understanding Ferdous — Paradise Fethi — Of victory; one who opens Fida — Sacrifice, devotion, ransom Fidaa — Sacrifice, self-giving Fidah — Sacrifice, devotion, ransom Fikret — Thought, reflection Fikri — Thoughtful, intellectual, of reflection Firdaus — Paradise, the highest garden Firdausi — Of Paradise, heavenly Firdavs — Paradise, the highest garden Firdaws — Paradise; the highest garden Firdevs — Paradise; the highest garden Firdous — Paradise Fitri — Pure, natural; relating to Eid al-Fitr Fizza — Silver Forqan — The Criterion between right and wrong Fouad — Heart Fouzia — Victorious, successful Fowsia — Successful, victorious Fowziya — Successful, triumphant Fuad — Heart Fuhad — Heart Furaat — Sweet, fresh water; the Euphrates Furkan — Criterion between truth and falsehood Furqaan — The Criterion between right and wrong Furqan — Criterion of right and wrong Galal — Majesty, glory, greatness Gamal — Beauty, grace Gamar — Moon Gamila — Beautiful Ganiyu — Self-sufficient (short for ʿAbd al-Ghanī)Ghaffar — The Ever-Forgiving (a name of God)Ghafir — Forgiver Ghaith — Rain that brings relief Ghalib — Victorious, prevailing Ghani — Rich, self-sufficient Ghaniyya — Rich, self-sufficient, content Ghofran — Forgiveness, pardon Ghufraan — Forgiveness Ghufran — Forgiveness, divine pardon Ghulam — Boy, young man; servant Gomaa — Friday; gathering Haadi — Guide, one who leads to the right path Haadiya — Guide, one who leads aright Haafiz — Guardian; one who has memorised the Quran Haamid — One who praises God Haaniya — Happy, content, delighted Haarun — Name of Prophet Harun (Aaron)Haaruun — Prophet Hārūn (Aaron)Habib — Beloved, dear friend Habiba — Beloved, dear Hadeeqa — Garden, enclosed orchard Hadeeyah — Gift, present Hadi — Guide, one who leads to the right way Hadis — Saying, narration; Prophetic tradition Hadiya — Guide, one who leads to the right path Hadiyah — Guide; gift Hadiyyah — Gift, present Hadja — Woman who has made the Hajj Hafedh — Guardian; one who memorises the Quran Hafeez — Protector, preserver, guardian Hafez — Guardian, protector; one who has memorised the Quran Hafid — Guardian, preserver Hafidh — Guardian, preserver; memoriser of the Quran Hafiz — Guardian; one who has memorised the Quran Hafiza — Guardian; woman who memorises the Quran Hafizah — Guardian; Quran memoriser Hajar — Emigrant; the mother of Ismail Haji — Pilgrim; one who has made Hajj Hajib — Chamberlain, gatekeeper; eyebrow Hakeem — Wise Hakeema — Wise, judicious Hakim — Wise; physician Hakima — Wise woman Hakimah — Wise woman Haleem — Forbearing, gentle, patient Halid — Eternal, everlasting Halil — Close friend, intimate companion Halilu — Close friend Halimat — Gentle, patient, forbearing Halimatu — Gentle, patient, forbearing Halime — Gentle, patient, forbearing Hamad — Praise Hamda — Praise, one who praises Hamdalat — Saying 'praise be to God'Hamdan — One who praises much Hamdi — Of praise, praiseworthy Hamdy — Of praise; one who praises God Hamed — One who praises God Hameed — Praiseworthy Hameeda — Praiseworthy Hameedah — Praiseworthy Hamid — One who praises God Hamida — Praiseworthy Hamidah — Praiseworthy Hamidou — One who praises God; praiseworthy Hamim — Close, intimate friend Hamit — One who praises God, thankful Hammad — One who praises God much Hana — Happiness, bliss, contentment Hanaa — Happiness, bliss, well-being Hanaan — Tenderness, compassion, affection Hanan — Tenderness, mercy, affection Hanane — Tenderness, compassion, affection Haneef — Upright in faith, true believer Haneefa — Upright in faith, true believer Haneefah — Upright in faith, sincere believer Hani — Happy, content, delighted Hania — Happy, delighted, content Hanief — Upright, true in faith Hanif — Upright in faith, true believer Hanifa — Upright in faith, true believer Haniya — Happy, content, delighted Haniyya — Happy, pleasant, wholesome Hannan — Compassionate, tender-hearted Hany — Happy, content; one who enjoys well-being Haqq — Truth, reality, what is right Haroon — Prophet Harun (Aaron)Haroun — Name of the Prophet Aaron Harouna — Form of Harun (Aaron), a Prophet Harun — Prophet Harun (Aaron)Haruna — Prophet Harun (Aaron)Hasan — Good, handsome, beautiful Hasana — Good deed, virtue, blessing Hasanah — Good deed, virtue, goodness Haseeb — Esteemed, of noble descent; reckoner Hasib — Esteemed, noble; reckoner Hasna — Beautiful woman Hasnaa — Beautiful woman Hasnat — Good deeds, virtues Hassan — Good, handsome, beautiful Hassanatou — Good deed; beautiful Hassane — Good, handsome Hawra — Woman with beautiful dark eyes Hawraa — Woman with striking dark-and-white eyes Haya — Modesty, bashfulness Hayaa — Modesty, bashfulness Hayaat — Life Hayah — Modesty, bashfulness Hayat — Life Hayet — Life Heba — Gift, present Hedaya — Guidance Hedi — The guide Hekma — Wisdom Hekmat — Wisdom Hiba — Gift, grant Hibah — Gift, blessing Hibo — Gift Hidaya — Guidance, being rightly guided Hidayah — Guidance, the right path Hidayat — Guidance, instruction Hiddayah — Guidance from God Hifza — Protection, preservation, safekeeping Hikma — Wisdom Hikmah — Wisdom, deep understanding Hikmat — Wisdom, knowledge Hikmet — Wisdom Hilal — Crescent moon, new moon Hilyah — Ornament, adornment, jewellery Hoda — Guidance, right path Hoor — Maidens of Paradise; beautiful-eyed Hoorain — Beautiful-eyed maidens of Paradise Hooria — Like a maiden of Paradise; angelic Hooriya — Heavenly maiden, angelic beauty Hoorulain — Fair maidens with beautiful eyes Houda — Guidance, the right path Houra — Maiden of Paradise with beautiful eyes Houria — Houri, maiden of paradise Hud — Name of the Prophet Hud Huda — Guidance, the right path Hudaa — Guidance Humaid — Praised, little praised one Humaydah — Praised, commended Hurmat — Respect, honour, sanctity Husna — The best, most beautiful; excellent end Ibaad — Servants, worshippers of God Ibad — Servants of God, worshippers Ibraahim — Prophet Ibrāhīm (Abraham)Ibragim — Father of many (Prophet Ibrahim)Ibraheem — Prophet Abraham, Friend of God Ibrahim — Prophet Abraham, Friend of God Ibrahima — Abraham, friend of God Ibtihal — Humble supplication, earnest prayer Ibtisam — Smile, smiling Ibtissam — Smile, smiling Iddi — Festival; born on Eid Iddris — Prophet Idris Iddrisu — Form of Idris, a Prophet Idiat — Guidance Idrees — Prophet Idris Idris — Prophet Idris (Enoch)Idrisa — Form of Idris, the Prophet Idriss — Name of the Prophet Idris Idrissa — Form of Idris, a Prophet Idrisu — The Prophet Idrīs Iffah — Chastity, modesty, virtue Iffat — Chastity, purity, modesty Ihsaan — Excellence, doing good; perfection in worship Ihsan — Excellence, doing good, perfection of faith Ijlal — Reverence, honour, great respect Ikhlaas — Sincerity, pure devotion Ikhlaq — Good character, morals Ikhlas — Sincerity, pure devotion to God Ikhsan — Excellence, doing good, perfection in worship Ikhwan — Brothers, brotherhood Ikra — Read, recite Ikraam — Honouring, generosity, hospitality Ikram — Honour, generosity, hospitality Ilaf — Familiarity, security, harmony Ilhaam — Inspiration, intuition Ilham — Inspiration, intuition Ilhame — Inspiration Ilia — My God is the Lord; the Prophet Ilyas Iliyasu — Elijah; the Prophet Ilyās Ilyas — Prophet Elijah Imaad — Pillar, support Imaan — Faith, belief Imad — Pillar, support Imadeddin — Pillar of the faith Imam — Leader, one who leads the prayer Iman — Faith, belief Imani — Faith, belief Imen — Faith, belief in God Imran — Father of Maryam; family of Imran Insha — Creation, composition, literary writing Inshirah — Expansion of the heart, relief, joy Insyirah — Expansion of the heart, relief, joy Intesar — Victory, triumph Intisaar — Victory, triumph Intissar — Victory, triumph Iqra — Read, recite Iqraa — Read, recite Iqrah — Read, recite Iqtidaar — Power, authority, capability Iram — Iram, the city of lofty pillars Irem — Garden of paradise Irshaad — Guidance, direction to the right path Irshad — Guidance, direction Irtaza — Chosen, approved, one who is pleasing Irum — Garden of paradise; the ancient city of Iram Isa — Jesus, Prophet of God Isaar — Self-sacrifice, preferring others Isah — Jesus, Prophet of God Isar — Altruism, self-sacrifice Ishaq — Isaac, Prophet of God; he laughs Ishraq — Sunrise, radiance, illumination Isiaka — Isaac; the Prophet Isḥāq Isiyaku — Isaac; the Prophet Isḥāq Islaam — Submission to God; Islam Islam — Submission to God; Islam Ismaaciil — Prophet Ismāʿīl; 'God hears'Ismah — Protection, purity, being kept from sin Ismail — Ishmael, Prophet of God; God hears Ismaila — God hears; the Prophet Ismāʿīl Ismaili — Form of Ismail, the Prophet Ismaël — God hears; name of a Prophet Ismet — Protection, purity, sinlessness Isra — Night journey Israa — Night journey Israe — Night journey Issa — Jesus, Prophet of God Issam — Safeguard, protection Ithaar — Selflessness, preferring others over oneself Ithar — Altruism, putting others first Izz — Might, honour, glory Izza — Honour, dignity, strength Izzah — Honour, dignity, strength Jaamilah — Beautiful, graceful Jabbar — Mighty, compelling; one who restores Jabril — Angel Jibrīl (Gabriel)Jahid — Ascetic, devout, abstinent Jalal — Majesty, glory, grandeur Jamal — Beauty, grace Jameel — Handsome, beautiful Jameela — Beautiful Jamiel — Handsome, beautiful Jamil — Handsome, beautiful Jamila — Beautiful, lovely Jamilah — Beautiful, graceful Jamilu — Handsome, beautiful Jamiu — Gatherer, one who unites Jana — Harvest, freshly picked fruit Janna — Paradise, garden Jannah — Paradise, garden Jannat — Paradise, garden Jannatul — Garden of (as in Garden of Paradise)Jehad — Striving, struggle in God's way Jibrail — Name of the Angel Gabriel Jibreel — The Angel Gabriel Jibreen — The Angel Gabriel Jibriil — Angel Jibrīl (Gabriel)Jibril — The Angel Gabriel Jibrin — Gabriel, the archangel Jihad — Striving, effort in God's way Jimoh — Friday; boy born on Friday Judy — Name of the mountain where the Ark rested Juma — Friday; born on Friday Jumaa — Friday; gathering Jumah — Friday, the day of gathering Jummai — Born on Friday Kaafi — Sufficient, adequate Kaamilah — Complete, perfect Kaashif — Discoverer, one who reveals Kabeer — Great, grand Kabir — Great, elder Kabiru — Great, noble Kadhim — One who restrains his anger Kadir — Powerful, capable Kafayat — Sufficiency, what is enough Kafeel — Guarantor, sponsor, guardian Kafilat — Guarantor, one who cares for others Kaleem — One spoken to, speaker Kalilou — Close friend, beloved companion Kalimah — Word, speech Kamaal — Perfection, completeness Kamal — Perfection, excellence Kamaldeen — Perfection of the faith Kamar — Moon Kamel — Complete, perfect Kamil — Perfect, complete Kamilla — Complete, perfect Kamol — Perfection, completeness Kamoru — Moon Kanza — Treasure, something precious Kaoutar — Abundance; a river in Paradise Karam — Generosity, nobility Kareem — Generous, noble Kareema — Generous, noble Kareemah — Generous, noble woman Karim — Generous, noble Karima — Generous, kind, noble Kashef — Revealer, one who uncovers Kashif — Discoverer, revealer, one who removes Kashifah — Revealer, one who uncovers Kausar — Abundance; a river in Paradise Kauser — River in Paradise, abundance Kauthar — Abundance; a river in paradise Kawkab — Star, planet Kawsar — Abundance; a river in Paradise Kawthar — Abundance; a river in Paradise Kawther — Abundance; a river in Paradise Kazeem — One who restrains his anger Kazem — One who restrains his anger Kebir — Great, big, elder Kemal — Perfection, completeness Kenza — Treasure Kerem — Generosity, nobility Kerim — Generous, noble, honourable Khadar — The Green One (al-Khidr)Khair — Goodness, good, blessing Khairat — Good things, good deeds, blessings Khaled — Eternal, everlasting, immortal Khaleel — Close friend, intimate friend Khalid — Eternal, everlasting, immortal Khalif — Successor Khalifa — Successor, steward, caliph Khalil — Close friend, intimate friend Khalilullah — Friend of God Khalim — Forbearing, patient, gentle Khazina — Treasure, treasury Khidr — The Green One Khizra — Green, verdant, flourishing Kholood — Immortality, eternity Kholoud — Eternity, immortality Khulood — Eternity, immortality, permanence Khulud — Eternity, everlastingness Kinza — Treasure, hidden treasure Kosar — Abundance; a river in paradise Kowsar — Abundance; a river in Paradise Kubra — Greatest, eldest, senior Kudirat — Power, ability (of God)Labeeb — Sensible, intelligent, discerning Labib — Sensible, intelligent, discerning Ladji — Pilgrim; one who has made Hajj Lahiq — One who follows, catches up, joins Lail — Night Laila — Night; dark-haired beauty Lamin — The trustworthy one Lamine — The trustworthy one Laraib — Without doubt Latafat — Elegance, delicacy, refinement Lateef — Gentle, kind, subtle Lateefa — Gentle, kind, refined Lateefat — Gentle, kind Latif — Gentle, kind, subtle Latifat — Gentle, kind, delicate Lawal — The first Lawali — The first Layal — Nights Layla — Night; dark-haired beauty Laylah — Night; dark-haired beauty Lebib — Intelligent, sensible Leena — A tender young palm tree Leenah — A tender young palm tree Lina — A tender young palm tree Liqaa — Meeting, encounter, reunion Lokman — Name of the sage Luqman Loqman — Name of the sage Luqman Lotfy — Gentle, kind, gracious Loulwa — Pearl Lubaaba — Essence, the pure inner part Lubaba — Essence, the pure inner part Lukman — Name of the wise Luqman of the Quran Lulu — Pearls Lulua — Pearl Lulwa — A single pearl Luqmaan — Name of Luqman the Wise Luqman — Name of Luqman the Wise Lut — Name of the Prophet Lot Lutf — Kindness, grace, gentleness Lutfi — Kind, gentle, gracious Lutfiyah — Kind, gentle, gracious Lutfiyyah — Kind, gentle, gracious Luthfi — Kind, gentle, gracious Luul — Pearl Lyes — The Prophet Elijah Maab — Place of return, final destination Maaida — Table spread with food Maajid — Glorious, noble, illustrious Maalik — Owner, master Maarij — Ways of ascent, stairways Maaz — Protected; refuge, place of shelter Maazin — Rain cloud; generous Macit — Glorious, noble Madina — City; the City of the Prophet Maedeh — Table spread with food; heavenly feast Magdi — Glorious, my glory Magdy — Glorious, my glory Magomed — Praised (the name of the Prophet ﷺ)Mahama — Praised; form of Muhammad Mahamadou — Praised, praiseworthy Mahamane — Praised, praiseworthy Mahamed — Praised, commendable Mahbuba — Beloved, dearly loved Mahdi — Rightly guided one Mahfuz — Protected, preserved, guarded Mahfuzah — Protected, safeguarded Mahmood — Praised, praiseworthy Mahmoud — Praised, praiseworthy Mahmud — Praised, commendable Mahmudul — Praised one of (as in Mahmudul Hasan)Mahmut — Praised, praiseworthy Mahnoor — Light of the moon, moonlight Maida — Table spread with food Maidah — Table spread with food Maimunatu — Blessed, fortunate Maisara — Ease, comfort, prosperity Maisha — Life, living well Majeed — Glorious, most honourable Makeen — Firm, established, of high standing Malaika — Angels; angel Malak — Angel Malick — King, owner, master Malik — Owner, master; king Mamadi — Praised (Muhammad)Mamadou — Praised, praiseworthy Mamady — Praised (Muhammad)Mamoudou — Praised, commendable Mamuda — Praised, commendable Mansoor — Victorious, aided by God Mansour — Victorious, aided by God Mansur — Victorious, divinely aided Mardhiyah — Pleasing, one with whom God is pleased Mardiya — One who is pleasing (to God), well-pleasing Mardiyah — Pleasing to God, one who is well-pleasing Mardiyya — One who is pleasing (to God)Marhaba — Welcome, greeting Maria — Form of Maryam (Mary)Mariam — Name of the mother of Prophet Isa Mariama — Form of Maryam (Mary), mother of Isa Mariamou — Maryam, mother of Prophet ʿĪsā Mariatu — Maryam, mother of Prophet ʿĪsā Mariyam — Name of the Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus Marjan — Coral; small pearls Marjanah — Coral, small pearl Marwa — Flint stone; name of a hill in Makkah Marwaa — Name of the hill al-Marwa in Makkah; a white, glistening stone Marwah — Flint stone; hill in Makkah Maryam — Mother of Prophet Isa; devoted to God Maryamu — Hausa form of Maryam (Mary)Maryan — Form of Maryam, mother of Jesus Marzia — Pleasing (to God), contented Marziyeh — One who is pleasing to God, well-pleasing Masih — The Messiah, the anointed one Masoud — Fortunate, lucky, blessed with happiness Masroor — Happy, delighted, joyful Mateen — Firm, strong, steadfast Mawaddah — Love, affection Maxamed — Praised, praiseworthy Maxamuud — Praised, praiseworthy Mazen — Rain clouds; generous Mbaraka — Blessed Mbark — Blessed Md — Short for Muhammad, praised one Medina — The city; the Prophet's city of Madinah Mehmed — Praised, praiseworthy Mehmet — Praised, praiseworthy Mehmood — Praised, praiseworthy Mejrema — Form of Maryam, mother of Isa Memunatu — Blessed, fortunate Mennatallah — Gift of God, God's favour Mercan — Coral Merima — Form of Maryam, mother of Isa Merjem — Bosnian form of Maryam (Mary)Mersad — Watchtower, place of observation Merve — Marwa, the hill in Mecca; a fragrant shrub Meryem — Turkish form of Maryam (Mary)Mesut — Happy, fortunate Miftah — Key, opener Mikaeel — Name of the archangel Michael Mikael — Name of the archangel Michael Mikail — Name of the archangel Michael; 'Who is like God?'Mikhail — Name of the archangel Michael Minna — Favour, gift, blessing Miraç — Ascension; ladder to the heavens Misbah — Lamp, lantern Misk — Musk, a precious perfume Mizan — Balance, scale; justice Moaz — Protected; one who has found refuge Moazzam — Honoured, exalted, highly respected Mobin — Clear, evident, manifest Mobina — Clear, evident, manifest Modou — Praised (short for Muhammad)Moeen — Helper, supporter Mohamad — Praised, praiseworthy Mohamed — Praised, praiseworthy Mohamedi — Praised, praiseworthy Mohammad — Praised, praiseworthy Mohammed — Praised, praiseworthy Mohamud — Praised, praiseworthy Mohd — Praised, praiseworthy Mohsen — Benefactor, one who does good Mohsin — One who does good, benefactor Mohsina — Doer of good, benevolent woman Moiz — One who gives honour and strength Mojeed — Glorious Momin — Believer, man of faith Momina — Believing woman, woman of faith Momodou — Praised (Muhammad)Monir — Shining, luminous, bright Monira — Luminous, shining, radiant Moosa — Prophet Moses Moqtada — One who is followed as an example Morshed — Guide, spiritual guide Mortaza — Chosen, one who is approved (by God)Morteza — One with whom God is pleased; chosen Morufat — Well-known; doer of good Moshood — Witnessed, well-attested Mostafa — The chosen one Motahhar — Purified, made pure Motasem — One who holds fast (to God)Mouad — Protected, one granted refuge Mouhamed — Praised, praiseworthy Mouloud — Newborn; born on the Prophet's birthday Mounir — Shining, luminous Mounira — Radiant, luminous, giving light Mousa — Name of the Prophet Moses Moussa — Moses, Prophet of God Moustafa — The chosen one Moustapha — The chosen one Mozammel — The one wrapped in garments Mubaarakah — Blessed Mubarak — Blessed Mubaraka — Blessed Mubarakah — Blessed Mubashir — Bringer of good news Mubashshir — Bringer of good news Mubasshir — Bringer of good news Mubasshirah — Bringer of good news Mubeen — Clear, manifest, evident Mubin — Clear, manifest, making things plain Mudashiru — The one wrapped in a cloak Mudasir — The one wrapped in a cloak Mudassar — The one wrapped in a cloak (a title of the Prophet ﷺ)Mudassir — The one wrapped in a cloak (a title of the Prophet ﷺ)Mudathir — The cloaked one Muddassir — The one wrapped in a cloak Muddathir — The one wrapped in a cloak Mufutau — Key Muhajir — Emigrant, one who migrates for God Muhammad — Praised, praiseworthy Muhammadu — Praised, praiseworthy Muhammed — Praiseworthy, much praised Muhib — Lover, one who loves Muhsen — Benefactor, one who does good Muhsin — Benefactor, one who does good Muhsinah — Doer of good, virtuous Mujahid — One who strives, struggler Mujeeb — One who responds, answerer of prayers Mujib — One who answers, responsive Mujtaba — Chosen, selected Mukarram — Honoured, revered Mukhlis — Sincere, devoted Mukhtar — Chosen, selected Mulikat — Queen Mumina — Believer, faithful woman Mumuni — Believer, faithful Munawar — Illuminated, filled with light Muneeb — One who turns to God in repentance Muneeba — One who turns to God in repentance Muneebah — She who turns to God in repentance Muneer — Shining, light-giving Muneera — Shining, radiant, light-giving Muniba — She who turns to God in repentance Munibah — One who turns to God in repentance Munir — Shining, light-giving Munira — Shining, luminous Munirah — Radiant, shining, giving light Muniru — Radiant, giving light Muntadhar — The awaited one Muntaha — The utmost limit, the highest point Munther — Warner, one who cautions Muqaddas — Sacred, holy Muqtada — One who is followed as an example Murja — Coral Mursal — Sent one, messenger Murshed — Guide, spiritual guide, one who shows the right way Murshid — Guide, one who leads aright Murtada — Chosen, approved, well-pleasing Murtadha — One who is pleasing; approved by God Murtala — Chosen, one with whom God is pleased Musa — Prophet Moses Musaddiq — One who confirms the truth Musah — Name of the Prophet Moses Musawwir — The Fashioner, giver of form Mushfiq — Compassionate, caring, tender Muslim — One who submits to God Muslima — Woman who submits to God Muslimat — Muslim woman, one who submits to God Mussa — Moses, the Prophet Mustaf — Chosen, selected Mustafa — The chosen one Mustaqeem — Upright, straight, steadfast Mutahar — Purified, pure, cleansed Mutahhar — Purified, made pure Mutasem — One who holds fast (to God); protected Mutasim — One who holds fast to God Mutee — Obedient Mutiat — Obedient (to God)Mutim — One who feeds others, generous provider Muuse — Prophet Mūsā (Moses)Muzamil — The one wrapped in garments Muzammil — The one wrapped in garments Muzzammil — The one wrapped in garments Mwanajuma — Child of Friday Naasiha — Sincere adviser, well-wisher Naba — News, tidings Nabi — Prophet Nacer — Helper, supporter, giver of victory Nacera — Helper, supporter, victorious Nadhir — Warner, one who cautions Nadra — Radiance, freshness, bloom Naeem — Bliss, blessing, comfort Naeim — Bliss, comfort, a life of ease Nagwa — Confidential talk, intimate conversation Naim — Bliss, comfort, delight Najam — Star Najm — Star Najma — Star Najwa — Confidential talk, intimate conversation Nakeeb — Chief, leader, representative Nakib — Leader, chief, representative Naqeeb — Leader, chief, representative Naqib — Chief, leader, representative Naseer — Helper, supporter Nasiha — Sincere adviser, one who counsels Nasihah — Sincere adviser, well-wisher Nasirah — Helper, supporter, victorious Nasiru — Helper, supporter, one who gives victory Nasr — Victory, triumph, divine help Nasrullah — Victory of God, help from God Nasser — Helper, supporter, giver of victory Nassir — Helper, supporter, giver of victory Nasuha — Sincere, pure (of repentance)Nayeem — Bliss, comfort, delight Nazeer — Warner, one who gives warning Nazir — Warner; also observer or peer Nazma — Star Nazmul — Star of (the faith)Necati — Related to salvation; saved Neda — Call, voice; divine call Nejm — Star Nemat — Blessings, favours Nida — Call, appeal, voice Nidaa — Call, invitation, appeal Nijat — Salvation, deliverance Nima — Blessing, favour, grace Nimatullah — Blessing of God Nimcaan — Blessing; one who is blessed Nimco — Blessing, grace, favour Nimota — Blessing, favour Nimotallahi — Blessing of God Nisa — Women Noah — Name of the Prophet Noah; rest, comfort Noha — Intellect, understanding Nooh — Name of the Prophet Noah Noor — Light Noora — Light, a ray of light Nooria — Luminous, of light Noorullah — Light of God Nouha — Intellect, wisdom, reason Nour — Light Noura — Light, radiance Nourhan — Light of the ruler; radiant light Nouri — Luminous, of light Nuh — Prophet Noah Nuha — Intellect, reason, understanding Nuhu — Prophet Noah Nur — Light, radiance Nurat — Light Nurcan — Soul of light; radiant soul Nurlan — Radiant, filled with light Nuru — Light Nuruddin — Light of the faith Nurudeen — Light of the faith Nusrat — Help, support, victory Nuur — Light, radiance Nuurto — Light, radiance Obada — Worship, devotion to God Ohood — Pledges, promises, covenants Ola — High status, glory Omran — Prosperity, building up; name of the father of Maryam Orwa — Handhold, firm support Ouarda — Rose Ouidad — Love, affection, friendship Qadeer — All-powerful, fully capable Qadir — Capable, powerful Qadr — Power, decree, honour Qalam — Pen Qamar — Moon Qareeb — Near, close Qayyum — Self-subsisting, sustainer of all Quddus — The Most Holy (a name of God)Qudoos — The Most Holy (a name of God)Qudrat — Power, ability (of God)Qudsiyya — Holy, sacred, pure Qudus — The Most Holy (short for ʿAbd al-Quddūs)Qurat — Coolness, comfort, delight Qurat-ul-Ain — Coolness of the eye; source of joy Quratul Ain — Delight of the eye Quratulain — Coolness of the eye; joy, delight Qurban — Sacrifice; offering that brings one near to God Qurratulain — Delight, comfort of the eye Raad — Thunder Raafat — Compassion, tender mercy Raashid — Rightly guided, wise Raasikhah — Firmly established, steadfast Rabbani — Godly, devoted to the Lord Radhiya — Content, well-pleased Radiya — Content, well pleased Rafat — Compassion, tender mercy Rafeeah — Exalted, high-ranking Rafiat — Exalted, high-ranking Raghad — Ease, plenty, a comfortable life Ragheed — Comfortable, pleasant, at ease Ragheedah — Pleasant, comfortable, living in ease Raghib — Desirous, eager, longing (for God)Raheem — Merciful, compassionate Raheemah — Merciful, compassionate woman Rahiim — Merciful, compassionate Rahim — Merciful, compassionate Rahima — Merciful, kind Rahma — Mercy, compassion Rahmah — Mercy, compassion Rahman — Most Merciful (a Name of God)Rahmat — Mercy, blessing Rahmatullah — Mercy of God Rahmo — Mercy, compassion Rahmon — Merciful (short for Abdurahmon)Raihan — Sweet basil, fragrant plant Raihana — Sweet basil, a fragrant flower Raja — Hope, expectation Rajaa — Hope, aspiration Rajaah — Hope, aspiration, wish Rajab — The seventh Islamic month; honoured Rajae — Hope, aspiration Rakib — Watchful guardian, observer Raliat — Content, well-pleased Ramadan — The month of fasting Ramadhani — Born in the month of Ramadan Ramat — Mercy Ramata — Mercy, compassion Ramatou — Mercy, compassion Ramatoulaye — Mercy of God Ramatoulie — Mercy of God Ramatu — Mercy, compassion Ramazan — The month of fasting, Ramadan Rameez — Sign, symbol, one who signals Rameeza — Usually explained as sign, symbol Ramez — Symbol, one who signals; emblem Rami — Archer, one who throws Ramiz — One who signals; symbol Ramota — Mercy, compassion Ramy — Archer, thrower Ramzan — The month of Ramadan Raouf — Kind, compassionate, tender Raqeeb — Watchful guardian, observer Raqib — Guardian, watchful Rasaki — Provider (short for ʿAbd al-Razzāq)Rashad — Right guidance, sound judgement Rashed — Rightly guided, mature, wise Rasheed — Rightly guided, wise, mature Rasheeda — Wise, rightly guided Rasheedah — Wise, rightly guided Rashid — Rightly guided, following the right path Rashida — Rightly guided, mature Rashidah — Rightly guided, wise, mature Rashidat — Rightly guided, wise Rashidi — Rightly guided, wise Rasool — Messenger Rasoul — Messenger Rasul — Messenger, envoy Rauda — Garden, green meadow Raufa — Kind, compassionate, tender Raufu — Kind, compassionate Rawda — Garden, meadow Rawdah — Garden, green meadow Rawdha — Garden, meadow of Paradise Raxma — Mercy, compassion Rayhaan — Sweet basil, fragrant plant Rayhan — Sweet basil, fragrance, divine provision Rayhana — A sprig of sweet basil, fragrant flower Raza — Contentment, God's good pleasure Razak — Provider (short for Abdul Razak)Razeeah — Content, pleased; satisfied with God Razia — Content, pleased, satisfied Raziya — Content, satisfied, pleased (with God)Raziye — Content, satisfied, pleased Reda — Contentment, approval, God's pleasure Redouane — Divine pleasure and approval Refaat — Elevation, high rank, eminence Rehab — Vast spaces; open, welcoming Rehan — Sweet basil, fragrance Rehana — Sweet basil, fragrant flower Rehma — Mercy, compassion Rehman — The Most Merciful (a name of God)Rehmat — Mercy, compassion, blessing Reyhan — Sweet basil; fragrant plant Reyhaneh — Sweet basil, fragrant plant Reza — Contentment, being pleased with God Reşit — Rightly guided, mature, wise Rida — Contentment, good pleasure Ridaa — Contentment, approval, God's pleasure Ridha — Contentment, satisfaction, God's pleasure Ridwan — God's good pleasure, acceptance Rifat — High rank, elevation, dignity Rijad — Gardens, meadows Rilwan — Divine good pleasure Riyad — Gardens, meadows Riza — Contentment, consent, God's pleasure Riziki — Provision, blessings from God Rizki — Sustenance, provision from God Rizky — Provision, blessing, sustenance from God Rizq — Provision, sustenance from God Rizwan — God's good pleasure, acceptance Rizwana — Divine pleasure, goodwill; of Paradise Rodiat — Content, well-pleased Rofiat — Exalted, high-ranking Rohaan — Spiritual, of the soul Roheemat — Merciful, compassionate Rosidah — Rightly guided woman Rowda — Garden, green meadow Roya — Vision, dream Ruaa — Visions, dreams; vision Ruba — Hills, high ground Ruhi — Spiritual; my soul Rumana — Pomegranate Rushd — Right guidance, maturity of judgement Rusul — Messengers Ruya — Dream, vision Rıza — Contentment, consent, God's pleasure Sa'ada — Happiness, felicity Sa'adatu — Happiness, bliss Sa'd — Good fortune, happiness Saabiqah — Foremost, one who goes ahead Saabir — Patient, steadfast Saabira — Patient, enduring woman Saaima — Fasting woman, one who fasts Saajida — One who prostrates in prayer Saalih — Righteous, virtuous Saaqib — Piercing, shining brightly Sabbir — Very patient, enduring Sabeerah — Patient, enduring woman Sabir — Patient, enduring Sabirah — Patient, steadfast woman Sabit — Firm, steadfast, constant Sabr — Patience, steadfast endurance Sabreen — The patient ones Sabry — Patient, of patience Saciid — Happy, fortunate, blessed Sadiat — Happy, fortunate Sadik — Truthful, sincere, faithful Sadiku — Truthful, sincere Sadiq — Truthful, sincere Sadiqa — Truthful Sadiqah — Truthful, sincere Saeed — Happy, fortunate Safa — Purity, clarity, serenity Safaa — Purity, clarity, serenity Safae — Purity, clarity Safak — Dawn, twilight glow Safeenah — Ship, boat, ark Safir — Ambassador, envoy, mediator Safwan — Smooth, clear rock Sahar — The time just before dawn Sahib — Companion, friend; owner Sahira — Wakeful, vigilant at night Said — Happy, fortunate, blessed Saida — Happy, fortunate, blessed Saidi — Happy, fortunate Saidu — Happy, fortunate Saim — One who fasts Saima — Fasting woman Saimah — One who fasts Sajid — One who prostrates to God Sajida — One who prostrates to God Sajidah — One who prostrates in prayer Sakariye — Prophet Zakariyyā; 'God remembers'Sakeena — Tranquillity, calm sent by God Sakeenah — Tranquillity, calm sent by God Sakib — Piercing, brightly shining Sakina — Tranquillity, peace of heart Sakinah — Tranquillity sent by God Sakinat — Tranquillity, calm from God Sakine — Tranquillity, inner peace Sakirat — Grateful, thankful Salaam — Peace, safety Salah — Righteousness, goodness, integrity Salam — Peace, safety Salamat — Safety, well-being Salamatou — Safety, well-being, soundness Salamatu — Safety, well-being, peace Saleem — Sound, whole, safe; pure of heart Saleh — Righteous, virtuous Salih — Righteous, virtuous Saliha — Righteous, pious woman Salihah — Righteous, virtuous, good Salihu — Righteous, virtuous Salim — Safe, sound, whole Salimah — Safe, sound, healthy Salimata — Safe, sound, unharmed Saliou — Righteous, virtuous Salsabeel — A spring in Paradise Salwa — Consolation, solace, comfort Sama — Sky, heaven Samad — Eternal refuge, the self-sufficient Samiullah — Heard by God; God's attentive one Sana — Brilliance, radiance, splendour Sanah — Radiance, brilliance; eminence Sani — Second Saqib — Piercing, brightly shining (star)Sara — Princess, noble lady Sarah — Princess, noble lady Saumu — Fasting; born during Ramadan Sayed — Master, leader, noble Sayma — One who fasts Saïdou — Happy, fortunate Sebghatullah — The colour (religion) of God Sedra — Lote tree Sefa — Purity, serenity, joy Sehar — Dawn, the early hours before daybreak Seher — Pre-dawn, early morning Seidu — Happy, fortunate Sekinat — Tranquillity, peace of heart Selemani — Solomon, the Prophet Selim — Safe, sound, whole Seydou — Master, leader Shafi — Intercessor, one who pleads for others Shafik — Compassionate, tender-hearted Shahab — Shooting star, blazing flame Shahed — Honey from the comb; also witness Shaheedah — Witness; martyr Shahid — Witness; one who testifies Shahida — Witness, one who testifies Shahidah — Witness, one who testifies Shakeel — Handsome, well-formed Shakir — Thankful, grateful Shakira — Thankful, grateful Shakiru — Thankful, grateful Shakur — Most appreciative, very grateful Shams — Sun Shamsa — Sun; sunburst ornament Shamsiyya — Sunny, of the sun Shamso — Sun Shamsuddeen — Sun of the faith Shamsudin — Sun of the faith Shaukat — Power, might, grandeur Shifa — Healing, cure Shoaib — Name of the Prophet Shuʿayb Shokry — Thankful, grateful Shuaib — Name of the Prophet Shuʿayb Shuaibu — The Prophet Shuʿayb Shuayb — The Prophet Shuʿayb Shukri — Thankfulness, my gratitude Shukria — Gratitude, thankfulness Shukurat — Gratitude, thankfulness Siaka — Form of Ishaq (Isaac), a Prophet Siddeeqa — Truthful, sincere in faith Siddig — Utterly truthful, sincere friend Siddiq — Truthful, always affirming the truth Siddiqah — Utterly truthful, true believer Sidiki — Truthful, sincere Sidiku — Truthful, sincere believer Sidra — Lote tree (of the highest heaven)Sidrah — Lote tree Sidrat — Lote tree (of the highest heaven)Sikiru — Remembrance (of God)Sima — Face, countenance, appearance Siraad — Lamp, light Siraj — Lamp, light Siwar — Bracelet, bangle Slim — Safe, sound; whole-hearted Slimane — The Prophet Solomon; man of peace Smail — God hears; the Prophet Ishmael Sobhy — Of the morning; bright as dawn Sobir — Patient, steadfast Sobira — Patient, steadfast woman Sodiq — Truthful, sincere Sondos — Fine green silk of Paradise Soukaina — Tranquillity; little calm one Souleymane — Solomon, Prophet and king Soumaïla — Form of Ismail, a Prophet Suad — Happiness, good fortune Subhan — Glorification of God Subira — Patience Sukaina — Tranquillity; little calm one Sukaynah — Tranquillity; little calm one Sulaiman — Prophet Solomon; man of peace Sulaimon — Prophet Solomon; man of peace Sulaymaan — Prophet Sulaymān (Solomon); peaceful Sulayman — Prophet Solomon; man of peace Suleiman — Solomon; the Prophet Sulaymān Sulemana — Form of Sulayman (Solomon), a Prophet Suliman — Man of peace; the Prophet Solomon Sultan — Ruler; authority, power Sumaila — Form of Ismail, a Prophet Sumbul — Hyacinth, spikenard; ear of grain Sundas — Fine silk of Paradise Sundos — Fine green silk of Paradise Sundus — Fine silk of Paradise Sura — Night journey, travel by night Surajo — Lamp, light Süleyman — Name of a Prophet; man of peace Taariq — Night visitor; morning star Tabaarak — Blessed, exalted (said of God)Tabarak — Blessed, exalted Tabassum — Smile, smiling Tafseer — Explanation, interpretation (of the Quran)Taha — Quranic letters Ṭā Hā; title of Surah 20 Tahera — Pure, chaste, virtuous Tahia — Greeting, salutation Tahirah — Pure, chaste, virtuous Tahiya — Greeting, salutation Tahiyya — Greeting, salutation Tahiyyah — Greeting, salutation of peace Taibat — Good, pure, wholesome Talal — Fine rain, dew; pleasant and refreshing Talat — Face, countenance, appearance Taleb — Seeker, student of knowledge Talha — A single acacia tree Talhah — A single acacia tree Talib — Seeker, student, one who seeks knowledge Tamam — Completeness, perfection Tameem — Complete, perfect; strong Tamim — Complete, perfect, strong Tamkeen — Empowerment, firm establishment, dignity Tanveer — Illumination, enlightenment, rays of light Tanvir — Illumination, ray of light Tanweer — Illumination, enlightenment Tanzeela — Revelation, that which is sent down Tanzeelah — Revelation, that which is sent down Taofeek — Success granted by God Taofik — Success granted by God Taoufik — Success granted by God Taqiya — God-fearing, pious Taqiyya — Pious, God-fearing woman Taqiyyah — Pious, righteous, God-fearing Taqwa — Piety, God-consciousness Tarek — Night visitor; the morning star Tareq — Night visitor, the piercing star Tarig — Night visitor, morning star Tarik — Night visitor, morning star Tariq — Night visitor, the piercing star Taseen — The Quranic letters Ṭā Sīn Tasleema — Greeting of peace; submission Taslima — Greeting of peace, safety Tasneem — A spring in Paradise Tasniem — A spring in Paradise Tasnim — A spring in Paradise Taufik — Success granted by God Taufiq — Success granted by God, divine guidance Tawakalit — Trust in God Tawakalitu — I have put my trust (in God)Tawakkul — Trust in God, reliance on God Tawfeeq — Success, divine guidance Tawfik — Success, divine guidance Tawfiq — Success, prosperity granted by God Tawhid — Oneness of God, monotheism Tayyab — Good, pure, wholesome Tayyaba — Good, pure, chaste Tayyib — Good, pure, pleasant Tayyiba — Good, pure, wholesome Tayyibah — Good, pure, wholesome Teeba — Goodness; a name of Madinah Teslim — Submission, greeting of peace Tesnim — A spring in Paradise Tevfik — Success granted by God Thaaqib — Piercing, brightly shining Thabit — Firm, steadfast, established Thamer — Fruitful, productive Thani — Second Thaqib — Piercing, shining brightly (of a star)Tofazzal — Grace, kindness, favour Tooba — Blessedness, bliss; a tree of Paradise Touba — Blessedness; a tree of Paradise Toufik — Success granted by God Touhid — Oneness of God, monotheism Toyibat — Good, pure, wholesome Tuba — Blessedness, bliss; a tree of Paradise Tugba — Blessedness; a tree of Paradise Twaha — Ta Ha, opening letters of Surah 20 Ubada — Worship, devotion to God Ubayd — Little servant (of God)Uqba — Outcome, final result Uruj — Ascent, rise, elevation Urwa — Handhold, firm grip Urwah — Firm handhold; support Uzair — Arabic form of Ezra Vafa — Faithfulness, loyalty Vaqar — Dignity, composure, gravity Vasi — Vast, all-encompassing, generous Vefa — Loyalty, faithfulness Vildan — Youths (servants) of Paradise Waad — Promise, pledge Wadood — The Most Loving Wafa — Loyalty, faithfulness Wafah — Loyalty, faithfulness Wafeeq — Successful; companion, agreeable Wagih — Distinguished, eminent, honoured Wahab — The Bestower, generous giver Wahaj — Radiant, glowing, brilliant Wahid — One, unique Wahidah — Unique, one of a kind Wahyu — Revelation, divine inspiration Wajeeh — Distinguished, honoured, eminent Wajih — Noble, distinguished Wajiha — Distinguished, eminent, honoured Wali — Protector, guardian, friend (of God)Waliu — Friend of God, protector Waliyah — Friend of God, guardian, protector Waliyat — Friend of God, protector Waliyya — Close friend, guardian, protector Waliyyah — Friend of God, protector, guardian Waqar — Dignity, gravity, composure Warda — A rose, a single rose flower Wardah — Rose Waridi — Rose Wasan — Drowsiness, the first light sleep Waseela — Means of drawing near, connection Waseelah — Means of drawing near, connection Wasila — Means of nearness, connection Wasilah — Means of drawing near Wasilat — Means of drawing near (to God)Wasiu — All-Encompassing (short for ʿAbd al-Wāsiʿ)Wassila — Means of approach, way to closeness Wathiq — Confident, trusting, firm Wazeer — Minister, counsellor, helper Waziri — Minister, vizier Widaad — Love, deep affection, friendship Widad — Love, affection, friendship Wisal — Union, reunion, closeness in love Xaaji — Pilgrim, one who has made the Hajj Xaliimo — Gentle, patient, forbearing Xamdi — Of praise, praiseworthy Yaaqoob — Prophet Jacob; usually explained as one who follows Yaasiin — Yā Sīn, opening letters of Sura 36 Yaasir — Easy-going, one who makes things easy Yacine — From Ya-Sin, title of a Quran chapter Yacoub — Jacob; one who follows Yahaya — He lives; the Prophet Yaḥyā Yahia — He lives; Prophet John Yahiya — He lives; living Yahya — He lives; Prophet John the Baptist Yakeen — Certainty, firm faith Yakin — Certainty, conviction Yakub — Jacob; one who follows Yakubu — Jacob; the Prophet Yaʿqūb Yakup — Jacob; one who follows Yameen — Right hand; blessed, fortunate Yaqeen — Certainty, conviction Yaqin — Certainty, firm conviction Yaqoob — Prophet Jacob Yaqoot — Ruby, sapphire, precious gem Yaqub — Prophet Jacob Yasar — Ease, comfort, affluence Yaseen — The letters Ya-Sin, title of Surah 36 Yaseer — Easy, gentle, uncomplicated Yasien — Ya Sin, the opening letters of Surah 36 Yasin — The letters Ya-Sin, title of Surah 36 Yasirah — Easy-going, bringing ease, prosperous Yasra — Ease, comfort, prosperity Yassine — The letters Ya-Sin, title of Surah 36 Yaxye — He lives; Prophet Yaḥyā (John)Yaya — Form of Yahya (John), a Prophet Yazeed — He increases, he grows Yehia — He lives; the Prophet John Yekini — Certainty, firm faith Yisa — Jesus; the Prophet ʿĪsā Yomna — Right hand; blessed, fortunate Yonis — Prophet Yūnus (Jonah)Yoqub — Prophet Jacob Yosra — Ease, comfort, prosperity Youcef — The Prophet Joseph Younes — Jonah; dove Younis — Jonah; dove Yousef — God increases; the Prophet Joseph Yousif — Prophet Joseph; 'God increases'Yousra — Ease, comfort, prosperity Youssef — The Prophet Joseph Youssouf — Form of Yusuf (Joseph), a Prophet Yousuf — Prophet Joseph; 'God increases'Yumn — Blessing, good fortune Yumna — Right hand; blessed, fortunate Yunous — Prophet Jonah Yunus — Prophet Jonah Yunusa — Jonah; the Prophet Yūnus Yusif — Joseph; God increases Yusof — Prophet Joseph; 'God increases'Yusra — Ease, comfort, prosperity Yusraa — Ease, prosperity, good fortune Yusuf — Prophet Joseph; 'God increases'Yusuff — Joseph; the Prophet Yūsuf Yusufu — Joseph, the Prophet Yuunis — Prophet Yūnus (Jonah)Yuusuf — Prophet Yūsuf (Joseph)Zaakirah — One who remembers God Zaakiyah — Pure, virtuous, righteous Zabiha — Sacrifice, offering Zabihullah — The one offered in sacrifice to God Zaeem — Leader, chief; guarantor Zafar — Victory, triumph Zafer — Victory, triumph Zaheer — Helper, supporter, backer Zaheera — Helper, supporter Zaher — Manifest, evident, apparent Zahir — Manifest, evident; also bright, shining Zahra — Radiant, luminous; blossoming Zaid — Increase, growth, abundance Zain — Beauty, adornment, grace Zainah — Beauty, adornment, grace Zaitun — Olive, olive tree Zakari — Form of Zakariyya (God has remembered)Zakaria — Prophet Zechariah; God has remembered Zakariya — Prophet Zechariah; God has remembered Zakariyau — The Prophet Zakariyyā Zakariye — Prophet Zakariyyā; 'God remembers'Zakariyya — The Prophet Zakariyyā Zakarya — God has remembered (Zechariah)Zakee — Pure, righteous; intelligent Zaki — Pure, virtuous; intelligent Zakia — Pure, chaste, virtuous Zakiah — Pure, virtuous, righteous Zakir — One who remembers God Zakira — One who remembers God Zakirah — One who remembers God Zakiya — Pure, virtuous, righteous Zakiyah — Pure, righteous, virtuous Zakiyya — Pure, chaste, righteous Zakiyyah — Pure, chaste, righteous Zayaan — Graceful, adorned, handsome Zayd — Increase, growth, abundance Zayn — Beauty, grace, adornment Zeena — Adornment, beauty Zeenah — Adornment, ornament, beauty Zeenat — Adornment, beauty, grace Zeid — Growth, increase, abundance Zein — Beauty, grace, adornment Zeina — Beauty, adornment Zekeriya — God has remembered (Zechariah)Zeyad — Growth, abundance Zia — Light, brightness, radiance Ziad — Increase, growth, abundance Ziaullah — Light of God Zijad — Growth, increase, abundance Zikra — Remembrance, reminder Zikri — Remembrance (of God)Zina — Adornment, beauty Ziya — Light, radiance Ziyaad — Growth, increase, abundance Ziyad — Growth, increase, abundance Zoha — Morning light, forenoon brightness Zohira — Radiant, evident, shining Zohra — Flower; bright, radiant Zuha — Forenoon, morning brightness Zulfah — Nearness, closeness (to God)Zulkifl — Name of Prophet Dhul-Kifl Zulkifli — Possessor of a portion; the one of the pledge Zumra — Group, company, community Šemsa — Sun; sun-like, radiant