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Arabic Baby Names With Meanings

Arabic names often carry rich, specific meanings, but the same name can appear with several accepted English spellings (for example "Aisha," "Ayesha" and "A'isha" are the same name). Here is a starting list with meanings.

Omar

Long-lived; flourishing

Layla

Night

Noor

Light

Sami

Elevated, exalted

Lina

Tender, delicate

Rayan

Gate of Paradise; luxuriant, well-watered

Karim

Generous, noble

Amina

Trustworthy, faithful

Jamal

Beauty

Yara

Small butterfly; also "friend" in some readings

Tariq

One who knocks at the door; morning star

Nadia

Hope, caller

Want to blend two of these into something new? Try the Baby Name Combiner, or read more naming tips on the Blog.

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