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NAMES OF MUSLIM BABIES (GIRLS) Aabirah ره ب عاFleeting, transitory, ephemeral. Aabish ش ب عاDaughter of Sa'ad; she was a queen of Irqan (AN). Aadila عادلهHonest, upright, just, righteous; fem. of Adil. Aaida عاﺋدهVisiting, returning. Aaila ﺋله آBeautiful, like moon. Aaima ﺋمه آLeader, ruler. Aaina ه ن ی آMirror Aaira ﺋره آNoble, respectful, respected, honourable. Aala لاء آBenefit, favour, blessing. Aamal مال آPl. of Amal, hope, expectation, aspiration. Aamilah له م عاDoer of (good) deeds, Righteous. Aamira ره م عاProsperous, full of life, large, substantial; fem. of Aamir.

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Page 1: NAMES OF MUSLIM BABIESurdu

NAMES OF MUSLIM BABIES (GIRLS)

Aabirah  عابره Fleeting, transitory, ephemeral.    

  Aabish  عابشDaughter of Sa'ad; she was a queen of Irqan (AN).    

  Aadila  عادلهHonest, upright, just, righteous; fem. of Adil.    

  Aaida  عائده Visiting, returning.    

  Aaila  آئله Beautiful, like moon.    

  Aaima  آئمه Leader, ruler.    

  Aaina  آئینه Mirror    

  Aaira  آئره Noble, respectful, respected, honourable.    

  Aala  آالء Benefit, favour, blessing.    

  Aamal  آمال Pl. of Amal, hope, expectation, aspiration.    

  Aamilah  عامله Doer of (good) deeds, Righteous.    

  Aamira  عامرهProsperous, full of life, large, substantial; fem. of Aamir.    

 Aani Fatimah Khatoon

فاطمه آنیخاتون

 She was a literary woman and a poetess in Qastantiniyah (AN)    

  Aania  آنیه Towards, direction, concern.    

  Aasira  آصره Bond.    

  Abasah  عباسهDaughter of al-Mahdi, a woman who was distinguished among her contemporaries.

   

  Abdah  عبده Worshiper (of Allah).    

  Abeedah  عبیدهWorshipper. The daughter of Nabil had this name; she was a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Abeer  عبیرFragrance, aroma, scent, perfume composed of musk, sandal-wood, and rose-water.

   

  Abeera  عبیرهRose, Sandal Safron mixed together in fragrance.    

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Abida  عابدهWorshiper, devotee, adorer, devout; fem of Abid.    

  Abla  عبلهWell-rounded, perfectly formed, a woman possessing a beautiful figure.    

  Abqurah  عبقره Genius.    

  Abreshmina  ابریشمینه Made of silk.    

  Ada  ادا Grace, Expression.    

  Adala  عداله Justice.    

  Adan  عدن Paradise, heaven.    

  Adiba  ادیبهPolite, well-mannered, well-bred, courteous, polished, writer; fem. of Adib.

   

  Adila  عدیله Equal.    

  Afaf  عفافChastity, purity, honesty, righteousness, modesty, decency.    

  Afana  عفانه The forgiver, pardner.    

  Afeerah  عفیره Covered with soil or dust.    

  Afia  عافیه good health, vigour, vitality    

  Afifa  عفیفهpure, chaste, modest, virtuous, honest, righteous, upright, decent; fem. Of Afif

   

  Afkar  افکار Pl. of Fikr, intellect thought.    

  Afnan  افنان Pl. of Fanan, branch, twig.    

  Afra  عفراءDust coloured, earth-coloured, a variety buck.    

  Afrah  افراح Pl. of Farah, joy, happiness.    

  Afrin  آفرین Praise, lucky.    

  Afroz  افروز Illuminated

Afroza  افروزا Burning, polishing.    

  Afsana  افسانه Fable, fiction, romance.    

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  Afsar  افسر Crown.    

  Afsar Ara  افسرآرا Adorning the crown.    

  Afshan  افشاں Adornment aids.    

  Afshin  افشین Decorated with sparkles, golden.    

  Afza  افزا Increase, augmentation.    

  Agharid  اغارید Pl. of Ughrudah, twittering, song.    

  Aghsan  اغصان Pl. of Ghusn, branch, twig.    

  Ahd  عھد Pledge, knowledge.    

  Ahdaf  اھداف Pl. of hadaf, aim, goal, target.    

  Ahlam  احالم Pl. of Hulm, dream.    

  Aighar  آیغر She was a religious, righteous woman (AN)    

  Aimen  ایمن Brave, fearless, lucky, right hand.    

  Ajeebah  عجیبهShe was the daughter of Muhammad al-Baqadari, and was a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Ajrada  عجردهAl-Ameeh, was a great worshipper who worshipped long in the night somnetimes right upto daun (AN).

   

  Ajwa  اجوا Name of a date in Saudia Arabia. Tree planted by Holy Prohpet (PBUH).    

  Akhtar  اختر Star, good luck.    

  Akida  اکیده Certain, firm.    

  Akifa  عاکفه Devoted to, dedicated to, intent, busy; fem. of A

al-Karimahاالدرالکری

مه 

A pious, righteous and intelligent woman of Egypt. She respected the Ulama and built religious schools (Madrasah) and mosques, She died in 762.

   

  Alam  عالم World; sing. of Alameen.    

  Alam Ara آرا  عالم Adorning the world.    

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  Aleema  علیمه Exalted, highest social standing.    

  Aleena  الینا Beautiful.    

  Alhan  الحان Melody.    

  Alifa  الیفه Friendly, sociable, amicable; fem. of Alif.    

  Alima  عالمه Woman of learning, scholar.    

  Aliya  عالیهHigh, tall, towering, lofty, exalted, high-ranking, sublime, superior, excellent; fem. of Aali.

   

  Aliyya  علیهHighest social standing, lofty, sublime; fem. of Ali.    

  Almas  الماس Diamond.    

  Almasa  الماسه Diamond.    

  Almira  المیره Princess    

  Altaf  الطاف Pl. of Lutf, kindness.    

  Alveena  الوینا Loved one, cared one, liked.    

  Alyaa  علیاء Heaven(s), sky, sublimity, lofty.    

  Alyan  علیان Tall and healthy.    

  Ama  امه Female slave, servant.    

  Amal  امل Hope, expectation; sing. of Amaal.    

  Aman  امان Trust, safety, protection, tranquillity, peace of mind, calmness

Amanat  امانات Pl. of Amanah, trust, deposit.    

  Amani  امانی Wishes, aspirations, hopes; pl. of Umniyah.    

  Amatul Islam امه

االسالم  (female) servant of Islam.    

  Amatul Karim الکریم  امه (female) servant of the most generous i.e. Allah.    

  Amatullah  امهالله (female) servant of Allah.    

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  Ambar  عنبر Perfume, ambergris.    

  Ambara  عنبره Perfume, ambergris; fem. of Ambar.    

  Ambarin  عنبرین Perfumed.    

  Ameena  امینه Trustworthy, faithful. hones; fem. of Amin.    

  Ameera  امیره Princess; fem. of Ameer.    

  Amila  آمله Hopeful.    

  Amima  عمیمه Full, complete,    

  Amina  آمنهSafe, secure, protected, a lady of peace and harmony. Name of the beloved mother of the Prophet Muhammad.

   

  Amira  عامرهAn occupant of an abode, one who makes umrah or ziyaarah, abundant treasure.

   

  Amjad  امجاد Pl. of Majd, glory, honour.    

  Ammara  عماره A lady with strong Imaan; tolerant.    

  Amna  امنه Safety.    

  Amra  عمرهAny covering for the head, as a crown.    

  Amrah  عمره

Headgear; This was the name of the female companion Amrah RA daughter of Abdur Rahman bin Sa'ad bin Zurarah Ansari.

   

  Amrozia  امروزیه Woman of today

Anadil  عنادل Pl. of Andalib, nightingale.    

  Anan  عنان Clouds.    

  Anat  اناه Perseverance, patience.    

  Andalah  عندله Song of the nightingale.    

  Andalib  عندلیب Nightingale; sing. of Anadil.    

  Aneesa  انیسهCompanion, affectionate, friendly, sociable, intimate friend; fem. of Anis.

   

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  Aneezah  عنیزه She-Goat.    

  Angbin  انگبین Honey.    

  Anila  انیال Inexperienced, raw.    

  Aniqa  انیقه Neat, elegant, smart.    

  Anisa  آنسه A pious-hearted lady, good-natured, compatible.    

  Anjum  انجم Pl. Najm, star.    

  Anjuman  انجمن Assembly.    

  Anjuman Ara آرا  انجمن Adorning the assembly.    

  Anoosh  انوش Delighted.    

  Anoosha  انوشه Delighted, happy    

  Anqa  عنقاA woman with a long neck, an imaginary bird.    

  Ansam  انسام Pl. of Nasam, breath, breath of life.    

  Anwar  انوار Rays of light; pl. of Noor.    

  Anwarah  انوره Greatly lighted

Anya  عنیا A woman with large eyes.    

  Aoj  اوج Peak, height, apex, climax.    

  Aqdas  اقدس Pure, sacred.    

  Aqeela  عقیله The best, the very best.    

  Aqiba  عاقبه Result, consequence.    

  Aqila  عاقلهWise, sensible, intelligent, sensible, discerning.    

  Aqsa  اقص�ی Height, limit, far, shore.    

  Ara  آرا Adorning.    

  Areefa  عریفهLearned, expert, authority; fem. of Areef.    

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  Areej  اریج Fragrance, aroma, sweet smell, scent, perfume.    

  Arfa  ارفع Exalted, sublime, great, high.    

  Aribah  اریبه Wise.    

  Arifa  عارفهLearned, expert, authority; fem. of Arif.    

  Arjumand  ارجمند Excellent, beloved, noble.    

  Arjumnd Bano بانو  ارجمند Excellent woman, noble woman.    

  Aroob  عروب Lover wife, who loves her husband    

  Arshia  عرشیه She who lives in skies.    

  Arshia  عرشیه One who lives is the sky.    

  Arus  عروس Brides.    

  Arwa  ارواShe was the daughter of Abdul Muttalib, and so an aunt of the Prophet PBUH his father's sister.

   

Arzu  آرزو Wish, hope, love.    

  Asar  آثار Pl. of Asar, sign, mark, trace.    

  Aseela  اثیله Highborn, of noble origin.    

  Aseela  اصیله Of noble origin, highborn, pure; fem. of Asil.    

  Asghia  اصغیه Pious people, modest people.    

  Ashiqa  عشیقه Very friendly, which stays very close.    

  Ashraf  اشرف Nobler, more honourable; comp. adj. of Sharif.    

  Ashraf Jahan اشرفجھان

  Noblest of the world.    

  Ashwaq  اشواق Pl. of Shawq, longing, desire, wish.    

  Asifa  آصفه Virtuous, pure, spotless, upright.    

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  Asima  عاصمهSafe, chaste, protector, guardian; fem. of Asim.    

  Asira  اثیره Honoured, chosen, preferred; fem. of Asir.    

  Asiya  آسیهComforting, consoling, a mansion with solid foundation or pillars, firm, a powerful. Wife of Firawn. One who heals

   

  Asma  عثمهA narrator of Hadith and daughter of Ahmad bin Muhammad bin Tahir al-Aswadi (AN)

   

  Asmaa  اسماء Higher, more exalted, more sublime, more eminent.    

  Asmaa  اسماء Pl. of Ism. name.    

  Asmaa  عصماءChaste, virtuous, precious, valuable, excellent.    

  Asra  اسرٰی� To travel by night, to make someone travel by night.    

  Ateefa  عطیفه Affectionate, compassionate.    

  Ateeqa  عتیقه Ancient, noble; fem. of Atiq.    

Atifa  عاطفهCompassion, affection, sympathetic, kindness; fem. of Atif.

   

  Atifat  عاطفت Kindness, sympathy.    

  Atika  عاتکه Clear, pure, limpid (of wine).    

  Atiqa  عاتقه Emancipated, a beautiful lady.    

  Atira  عاطرهFragrant, connoisseur of good fragrance, aromatic, perfumed.    

  Atiya  عطیه Gift, present, bounty, grant.    

  Atuf  عطوفAffectionate, kind hearted, compassionate, loving.    

  Awatif  عواطفPl. of Aatifa, affection, compassion, kindness, kind feeling.    

  Ayesha  عائشه

Living, well-off, well-to-do, prosperous. Aisha (d.678): wife of the Prophet Muhammad and daughter of Kahlifa Abu Bakr.

   

  Ayn  عین Source, spring.    

  Aynul Hayat الحیاه  عین Fountain of life.    

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  Aynun Nahr النھر  عین Source of the spring.    

  Azaa  عزاA must have, right, courage, power, legal, allowable.    

  Azah  عزه Loved one, good, successful.    

  Azeema  عزیمه Determination, firm will.    

  Azhaar  ازھار Pl. of Zahrah, flower, blossom.    

  Azima  عظیمهGreat, powerful, dignified, magnificent, glorious; fem. of Azim.    

  Aziza  عزیزه

Noble, precious, cherished, honourable, illustrious, highly esteemed, dearly loved, beloved; fem. of Aziz.

   

  Azka  اذکه Big hearted, generous.    

  Azra  عزراء Virgin, maiden, a young unmarried lady.  

Azwa  اضواء Pl. of Zau, light, splendour, limelight.

Badai  بدائع Pl. of Badia, wonder, marvel.    

  Badiha  بدیھه Insight, perceptive faculty.    

  Badiyah  بادیه Desert; Bint Ghaylan al-Saqafi was so named; she was of Taif.    

  Badr  بدر Full moon of the fourteenth night.    

  Badriyah  بدریه Full moon-like.    

  Badrun Nisa  بدرانساء Full moon of the women.    

  Badyah  بدیه Clear, knowledgeable person.    

  Baha  بھاء Beauty, glory, splendour, magnificence, glow.    

  Bahar  بھار Spring, blossom.    

  Bahar Bano  بھاربانو Blooming princess.    

  Baheera  بھیره Dazzling, brilliant.    

  Bahija  بھیجه Glad, happy, joyful, delighted, delightful, cheerful; fem. of Bahij.    

  Bahira  باھره Brilliant, superb, magnificent, gorgeous, spectacular.    

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  Bahiya  بھیه Beautiful, brilliant, elegant, radiant, pretty, charming; fem. of Bahi.    

 Bahriyah al-Aabidah

بحریهالعابده

 

She was a devoted worshipper and ascetic of Basrah. She used to say, "If the heart gives up the passions, it will then domesticate knowledge."

   

  Baiza  بیضاء White, bright, brilliant, innocent, pure; fem. of Abyad.    

  Bajila  بجیله Honoured, dignified, highly regarded.    

  Bakarah  بکاره Virginity.    

  Bakhita  بخیته Lucky, fortunate; fem. of Bakhit.    

  Bakht  بخت Lot, Fate, Portion.

Bakhtawar  بختاور Fortunate, Lucky.    

  Bakura  بکوره Coming early.    

  Baligha  بلیغه Eloquent.    

  Banafsaj  بنفسج Violent flower.    

  Banafsha  بنفشاDaughter of Abdullah al-Rumiyah; was a very pious and generous woman who gave much in charity (AN).

   

  Banan  بنان Fingertips.    

  Banu  بانو Princess, lady, Miss.    

  Banujah  بانوجه The daughter of al-Mahdi, the Khalifah (775-785), had this name.    

  Baqilah  باقله    

  Baraim  براعم Pl. of Burum, blossom, bud.    

  Barakah  برکه Blessing.    

  Barat  براءه Innocence, guiltlessness.    

  Bareea �ه  بری Innocent, blameless, guiltless, sound; fem. of Bari.    

  Bareerah  بریره Pious.    

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  Baria  بارعه Excelling, originator; fem. of Bari.    

  Barkat  برکت Blessing; sing. of Barakat.    

  Barrah  برهShe was the aunt of the Prophet PBUH, daughter of Abdul Muttalib and mother of Abi Salamah.

   

  Barraqa  براقه Bright, brilliant, shining, sparkling, glittering; fem. of Barraq.    

  Barsa  برصا    

  Barzah  برزه She was a narrator of hadith from Sayyidah Ayshah RA

Basbas  بصبصShe was a slave-girl of Ibn Nafees; she was beautiful and had a melodions voice, (AN)

   

  Basbasah  بسبسه    

  Basharat  بشارت Good news, glad tidings.    

  Bashira  بشیره Bringer of good news; fem. of Bashir, harbinger.    

  Basila  باسله Brave, fearless, intrepid.    

  Basima  باسمه Smiling; fem. of Basim.    

  Basira  بصیره Sagacious, endowed with insight; fem. of Basir..    

  Basma  بسمه Smile.    

  Basoos  بسوس She was the daughter of Munqiz at-Tamimah (AN).    

  Bassama  بسامه Smiling; fem. of Bassam.    

  Batina  باطنه Hidden, Inner.    

  Batul  بتولVirgin, pure and chaste. A lady who is purely devoted to Allah, an epithet of Maryam, mother of Prophet Isa, and of Fatima, daughter of Muhammad.

   

  Bazala  باذله Generous woman.    

  Bazegha  بازغه Bright    

  Bazla  بزله Reward, generous.    

  Bazla  باذله Big hearted, open handed, bounteous.    

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  Bazm-Ara آرا  بزم Beauty of company.    

  Bazriqa  بزرقه Exalted, great.    

  Beena  بینا Seeing; clear sighted.    

  Beenish  بینش Intelligent, genius

Begum  بیگم Honorific title, queen, lady of rank.    

  Benazir  بینظیر Matchless, unique.    

  Bhajat  بھجت Splendour, magnificence, pomp, joy, happiness.    

  Bibi بی  بیLady of rank, and honorific title used at the end of a woman's name in the Indian sub-continent.

   

  Bilqis  بلقیس Queen of Saba known as Bilqis in the Arabian tradition.    

  Bisharah  بشاره A narrator of Hadith (AN)    

  Bisma  بسمه    

  Bismal  بسمل Fragrance.    

  Budur  بدور Pl. of Badr, full moon.    

  Buhaysah  بھیسهThis was the name of a female narrator of Hadith; She was al-fazariyah; Abu Dawood and Nasai transmitted from her.

   

  Buhayyah  بھیه The name of a freed female slave of Sayyidah Ayshah RA    

  Bujaybah  بجیبهA narrator who transmitted from Shaybah bin Usman and Sabit Al-Shimale narrated from her. (AN)

   

  Bulbul  بلبل Nightingale.    

  Bunanah  بنانه This was the name of the daughter of Yazid al-Abshamiyah.    

  Buqayrah  بقیره She was a narrator of Hadith, she died in 119 AH (AN)    

  Burdah  برده She was al-Suraymiyah, and a very dutiful worshipper.    

  Burum  برعم Bud, blossom; sing. of Baraim.    

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  Busaina  بثینه Diminutive of Basna, beautiful woman.    

  Busayrah  بسیرهShe was a female companion RA and also a muhajirah, who migrated to Madinah.

   

  Bushra  بشرٰی� Good news, glad tidings

Busrah  بسرهThis was the name of the daughter of Safwan bin Nawfal; She was a companion and she lived until the era of Muawiyah.

   

  Bustan  بستان Garden, orchard.

Dafiya  ضفیهNarrator of Hadith, daughter of Muhammad bin Bisharah.    

  Dahma  دھماءShe was a scholar of religion and had learnt from her brother al-Imam al-Mahdi.

   

  Daiba  دائبه Assiduous, persistent, devoted.    

  Dalal  دالل Coquetry, pampering.    

  Dalia  دالیا Dahlia, flower.    

  Danish  دانش Wisdom, learning.    

  Danish Ara آرا  دانش Endowed with wisdom, learning.    

  Daniya  دانیه Kind hearted, the one who gets near.    

  Dara  داره Halo (of the moon).    

  Darakhshan  درخشاں Shining.    

  Daria  داریه Learned, knowing.    

  Darkhshanda  درخشنده Splendid, glittering.    

  Darra  درهpearl, brilliant, teat, udder; name of a Sahabiyah RA, daughter of Abu Lahab.

   

  Daulah  دوله Wealth, empire, state, power.    

  Dawha  دوحه Lofty tree with many branches, family tree.    

 Dawlat Khatoon.

دولتخاتون

  She was from a ruling family.    

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  Deeba  دیبا Brocade.    

  Deenah  دینه Obedience.    

  Dil  دل Heart, mind.    

  Dilara آرا  دل Beloved, one who decorates heart.

Dildar  دلدار Having a big heart. Wife of Mughal emperor Babur.    

  Dilkash  دلکش Attractive, captivating.    

  Dilruba  دلربا Heart-ravishing, a beloved object.    

  Dilshad  دلشاد Happy, glad, cheerful.    

 Dilshad Khatoon

دلشادخاتون

  She lived between 730-750.    

  Dima  دیمهAn incessant gentle rain unaccompanied by wind, thunder, or lightning.

   

  Doha  ضحی� Forenoon.    

  Dujanah  دجانه A great rain, name of a woman.    

  Dunya  دنیا World, earth.    

  Dur-e-Shahwar شھوار  در Kings worthy pearl    

  Durdanah  دردانه Pearl-grain    

  Durr  در Pearls.    

  Durrah  درهPearl. A sahabia i.e. a Muslim woman who lived in time of Prophet Muhammad.

   

  Durriya  دریه Glittering, sparkling, twinkling, brilliant.

Faariha  فارحه Happy, glad, delighted, cheerful, joyful; fem. of Farih.    

  Fadia  فادیه Redeemer, ransomer; fem. of Fadi.    

  Fadwa  فدوٰی name derived from self-sacrifice    

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  Faheemah  فھیمه Intelligent.    

  Fahhama  فھامه Very intelligent, learned, very understanding.    

  Fahm  فھم Intellect, intelligence, insight.    

  Fahm Ara آرا  فھم Adorned with intellect, intelligent.    

  Fahmida  فھمیده Intelligent, judicious.    

  Faida  فائده Benefit, advantage, gain, worth, welfare.    

  Faiqa  فائقه Excellent, outstanding, distinguished, superior, ascendant.    

  Faiza  فائزه Victorious, triumphant, winner, successful, prosperous; fem. of Faiz.    

  Fajr  فجر Dawn, rise, beginning, start.    

  Fakeehah  فکیھه Cheerful.    

  Fakhar  فخار Honour, pride, glory.    

  Fakhira  فاخره Excellent, glorious, magnificent, precious, honourable.    

  Fakhr  فخر Glory, pride, honour.    

  Fakhriya  فخریه Proud, honorary, glory, pride (for noble cause); fem. of Fakhri.    

  Fakhrun Nisa  فخرالنساء Glory of the women.    

  Fakhtah  فاختهA dove. This was the name of Umm Hani; Alo the name of the mother of Khalid bin Yazeede.

   

  Fakihah  فاکھه Fruit.

Fakira  فاکره Thinker.    

  Falahat  فالحت Welfare, benefit.    

  Falak  فلک Orbit, sky, celestial sphere.    

  Faliha  فالحه Fortunate, lucky, successful, prosperous; fem. of Falih.    

  Fanila  فانیله Able, worthy.    

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  Faqiha  فقیھه Jurist, expert, scholar in fiqh (Islamic jurisprudence); fem. of Faqih.    

  Faqirah  فاقره This was the name of a beautiful woman, wife of Murrah al-Asadi (AN)    

  Faraal  فرال Name of lion, height.    

  Farah  فرح Joy, happiness, cheerfulness, delight.    

  Fareefta  فریفته Devotee, lover.    

  Farha  فرحه Gladness, pleasure, happiness, delight.    

  Farhal  فرحال Happy.    

  Farhana  فرحانه Glad, joyful, happy, cheerful, delighted; fem. of Farhan.    

  Farhat  فرحت Cheer, pleasure.    

  Farheen  فرحین Happy, glad.    

  Farhi  فرحی Glad, happy.    

  Faria  فارعه Tall, towering, lofty, pretty, slim, slender, fem. of Fari.    

  Farida  فریده Unique, matchless, singular, precious; fem. of Farid.    

  Fariha  فریحه Happy, glad, joyful.    

  Farihah  فارھه Brisk, Swift.

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Farkhanda  فرخنده Blessed    

  Farqad  فرقد Name of a Star.    

  Farrukh  فرخ Happy, Fortunate.    

  Farwa  فروه Fur; (daughter of Imam Jafar Al-Sadiq).    

  Faryal  فریال Name.    

  Farzana  فرزانه Wise, learned.    

  Faseelah  فسیله Some distance.    

  Fasiha  فصیحه Eloquent, fluent, well-spoken; fem. of Fasih.    

  Fasiya  فاصیا A gentle woman.    

  Fateenah  فطینه Intelligent.    

  Fathiya  فتحیه One who wins victory after victory; fem. of Fathi.    

  Fatiha  فاتحه Opening, introduction, dawn, first.    

  Fatima  فاطمهLiterally: weaner, Abstinence, daughter of Muhammad and wife of Khalifa Ali known as Sayyidat-al-Nisa (the chief of women).

   

  Fatin  فاتن Beautiful, pretty, attractive, glamorous, captivating, ravishing.    

  Fatinah  فاتنه Charming, fascinating, alluring, captivating.    

  Fattana  فتانه Extremely beautiful, charming, captivating.    

  Fauqiyah  فوقیه High Grade    

  Fawha  فوحه Breath of fragrance.    

  Fawz  فوز Success, Salvation.    

  Fawza  فوزه Victory, triumph, success, winning, achievement.

Fawziya  فوزیه Triumphant, successful, victorious, fem. of Fawzi.    

  Fayona  فیونا Beautiful, pretty.    

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  Fayrooz  فیروز Turquoise.    

  Fayyaza  فیاضه A lady who confers great favours, most generous and bountiful.    

  Fazeela  فضیلهHigh degree of excellence, merit, perfection, outstanding, virtue, excellence, knowledge.

   

  Fazeen  فزین Increasing.    

  Fazila  فاضلهVirtuous, honest, excellent, superior, kind, outstanding, eminent, learned; fem. of Fazil (fadil).

   

  Fazilatun Nisa فضیلهالنساء

  Excellence of the women.    

  Feheema  فھیمه Intelligent, judicious, learned, erudite; fem. of Faheem.    

  Fidda  فضه Silver.    

  Firdaus  فردوس Paradise, heaven, garden.    

  Firdausi  فردوسی Heavenly.    

  Firoza  فیروزه Turquoise, a bright greenish-blue coloured precious stone.    

  Fiza  فضاء Wide, open, open hearted.    

  Fiza  فضا Running water on land.    

  Fiza  فزاء Enlarger, improver, who expands, magnifier.    

  Fozia  فوزیه Successful    

  Fuada  فواده Heart; fem. of fuad.    

  Fudayl  فضیل Learned, scholar.    

  Funoon  فنون Variety, art.

Furayah  فریعه Handsome, Well-built.    

  Furoozan  فروزان Luminous, radiant.    

  Fuseelah  فسیلهName of a narrator of Hadith who transmitted from her father, Wasilah bin al-Asqa RA who from the Prophet PBUH.

   

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  Fuzail  فضیلA form of Faazil, meaning: An accomplished person; name of a saint known as Fuzail bin Iyaaz.

   

Ghada  غادهDelicate young girl, beautiful young woman, youthful and beautiful woman.

   

  Ghadeer  غدیر Brook, rivulet, small stream.    

  Ghadia  غادیه Morning, cloud.    

  Ghadir  غادر She was the slave of Musa al-Hadi and then Haroon Rashid (AN)    

  Ghafira  غافره One who hides other's sins.    

  Ghaida  غیداء Young and delicate, soft.    

  Ghalia  غالیه Precious, priceless, valuable, dear, beloved.    

  Ghaliba  غالبه Conqueror, victor, winner; fem. of Ghalib.    

  Ghamza  غمزه Gestures.    

  Ghaneemah  غنیمه Spoils, booty.    

  Ghania  غانیه Beauty, beautiful girl, pretty girl, danseuse.    

  Ghaniya  غنیه Rich, wealthy, prosperous; fem. of Ghani.    

  Ghareebah  غریبهStrange, foreign; the daughter of Salim bin Ahmad at-Tajir had this name (AN)

   

  Ghashia  غاشیه Guidance.    

  Ghasna  غصنه Bud, blossom.    

  Ghatiya  غاطیه Dynamic, moving.    

  Ghazal  غزال Gazelle, deer.    

  Ghazal  غزل A poem, ode, talk with woman.    

  Ghazala  غزاله Gazelle, a young deer, the sun.    

  Ghaziya  غازیه Female Warrior.

Ghibtah  غبطهShe was the daughter of Amer al-Mujashaiyah; she was a narrator of Hadith.

   

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  Ghina  غناء Singing, song.    

  Ghufayrah  غفیرهThis was the name of a very pious woman who kept vigil in the night. (AN)

   

  Ghufran  غفران Pardon, forgiveness.    

  Ghumaysa  غمیصاءHer Kuniyah was Umm Sulaym; She was a front-rank companion RA and narrated ahadith. She died in the times of Sayyidina Usman RA.

   

  Ghusn  غصن Branch, twig; sing. of Ghusoon.    

  Ghusun  غصون Pl. of Ghusn, branch, twig.    

  Ghuzayyah  غزیه She was also known as Ghuzaylah; she was a narrator of Hadith.    

  Gohar  گوھر Precious Stone.    

  Gul  گل Flower, rose.    

  Gul Badan  گلبدن Beautiful body resembling rose.    

  Gul Bahar  گلبھار Rose spring.    

  Gul Barg  گلبرگ Rose petal.    

  Gul Izar عذار  گل Rosy-cheeked.    

  Gul Rang رنگ  گل Rose-coloured.    

  Gul Ru رو  گل Rosy-faced.    

  Gul Rukh رخ  گل Rose-face.    

  Gul-e-Rana رعنا  گل Beautiful delicate scented rose.    

  Gulab  گالب Rose, rosewater.    

  Gulistan  گلستان Rose garden, garden.

Gulnar  گلنار A plant whose flowers resemble pomegranates    

  Gulrez  گلریز Rose-Sprinkler    

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  Gulshan  گلشن Rose-garden.    

  Gulzaar  گلزار Rose-garden.

Hababah  حبابهA daughter of Ajlan; She was narrator of Hadith.    

  Habiba  حبیبهBeloved, darling, sweetheart; fem. of Habib.    

  Hablah  هابله A woman who earns a lot.    

  Haboos  حبوسThis was the name of noble lady who was kind and benevolent; she lived in Lebanon.

   

  Hadaya  ھدایا Pl. of Hadiya, gift, present.    

  Hadeel  ھدیل Cooing of a pigeon.    

  Hadeeqah  حدیقه Garden.    

  Hadia  ھادیه Guide to righteousness; fem. of Hadi leader.    

  Hadiya  ھدیه Gift, present; sing. of Hadaya.    

  Haeda  هائده A woman who repents a lot.    

  Haemah  هائمه Crazy in love.    

  Hafeeza  حفیظه Guardian, protector; fem. of Hafeez.    

  Haffafa  ھفافه Glittering, shining, thin, peaceful, gentle wind.    

  Hafiza  حافظهHonorific title of a woman who has memorised the Quran, guardian, protector; fem. Hafiz.

   

  Hafsa  حفصهCub; wife of Muhammad; daughter of Khalifa Umar.    

  Haifa  ھیفاء Slender, slim, of beautiful body.    

  Haiqa  حائقهTrue, truly, obedient of God, prayer of God    

  Hajar  ھاجر The wife of Prophet Ibrahim AS was name Hajar AS.    

  Hajira  ھاجره Wife of Prophet Ibrahim and mother of Prophet Ismail.    

  Hajjah  حجهShe was a narrator of Hadith, daughter of Murrah; another narrator by the same name was the daughter of Murayt (AN).

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Hajna  حجناءThe daughter of Nusayb, she was a poetess. (AN)    

  Hakeema  حکیمه

Wise, sage, judicious, prudent; fem. of Hakeem. A Sahabia i.e. a Muslim woman who lived in time of the Prophet Muhammad.

   

  Hakima  حاکمه Ruler, queen.    

  Hala  ھالهHalo, ring around the eye, aureole, name of the sister of Khadija, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad.

   

  Haleema  حلیمه

Clement, patient, tolerant, gentle; fem. of Halim. Halima Al-Sadiyah: foster mother of the Prophet Muhammad.

   

  Halia  حالیه Aware, knowing.    

  Halima  حالمه Dreamer, visionary.    

  Hamama  حمامه Dove, pigeon.    

  Hamama  حمامه Bearer.    

  Hamas  همس Low and soft sound, heartbeat.    

  Hamda  حمدهPraised, laudation of Allah; fem. of Hamd.    

  Hamdan  حمدان Much praise. A tribe in Arabia.    

  Hameeda  حمیدهPraised, commended, praiseworthy, commendable; fem. of Hamid.    

  Hamida  حامده Praiser (of Allah); fem. of Hamid.    

  Hamima  حمیمه Close friend.    

  Hammada  حماده Praising (God).    

  Hamnah  حمنهThe daughter of Jahsh al-Asdiyah was so named; she narrated Hadith.    

  Hamra  حمراء Red.    

  Hana  ھناء Happiness, bliss, felicity.    

  Hana  حنا Merciful, kind hearted.

Hana  حنا Kind hearted.    

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  Hanan  حنانCompassion, affection, love, mercy, tenderness, warm-heartedness.    

  Hanfa  حنفاءName of the wife of Sayyidina Ismail AS.    

  Hani  ھانی Pleasant.    

  Hania ��ه  ھان Happy, delighted.    

  Hanifa  حنیفهTrue, one of true faith, upright; fem. of Hanif.    

  Hanin  حنین Desire, longing, yearning.    

  Haniya  ھنیه Pleasant, happy.    

  Hanna  حنه Compassion, sympathy, pity.    

  Hanoon  حنونCompassionate, merciful, affectionate, tender-hearted, soft-hearted.

   

  Hanoona  حنونه Compassionate; fem. of Hanun.    

  Hareem  حریم House, walls of a house.    

  Hareer  حریر Silk.    

  Harisa  حارثهCultivator, lioness; fem. of Haris (Harith).    

  Harisa  حارسه Guard, protector (f.).    

  Haroona  هارونه Protector, messenger.    

  Hasana  حسنهGood deed, kind act, favour; sing. of Hasanat.    

  Hashmat  حشمتModesty, bashfulness, decency, decorum.    

  Hasiba  حسیبهHighborn, respected, noble; fem. of Hasib.    

  Hasifa  حصیفهJudicious, wise, prudent, sagacious, endowed with sound judgement; fem. of Hasif.

Hasina  حسینه Pretty, beautiful.    

  Hasna  حسناء Pious, beautiful woman.    

  Hasna  حصناء Chaste, virtuous, modest.    

  Hasnat  حسنات Virtues.    

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  Hassana  حسانهMost beautiful woman, most sweetheart.    

  Hatima  حاطمه Generous.    

  Hawiya  حاویه Dominant.    

  Hawla  حوالء Intelligent.    

  Hawwa  حواءA beautiful girl with a ruddy complexion, Eve; wife of Adam, mother of mankind.

   

  Haya  حیاءShyness, bashfulness, coyness, modesty.    

  Hayat  حیات Life.    

  Hayrah  حیرهShe was a well-=known narrator of Hadith from the generation after the companions (AN)

   

  Hazar  ھزار Kind of nightingale.    

  Hazeena  ھزینه Autumn, treasure, forever.    

  Hazeerah  هزیره Wise.    

  Hazima  حازمهFirm, energetic, judicious, discreet, prudent; fem. of Hazim.    

  Haziqa  حاذقه Clever, shrewd.    

  Hazzafa  حذافهThe name of Hazrat Haleema Saadia's daughter.    

  Hena  حنا Greenery    

  Hiba  ھبه Gift, present

Hibatullah الله  ھبه Gift of God.    

  Hikmat  حکمت Wisdom.    

  Hilal  ھالل Crescent, new moon.    

  Hinaa  حناThe Indian privet; a shrub, the leaves of which are used for dyeing the hands, feet and hair.

   

  Hind  ھند Proper name.    

  Hindah  ھنده She was the wife of Abu Sufyan (some versions call her Hind).    

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  Hira  حراA peak near Makkah where Prophet Muhammad (SAW) used to worship Allah.

   

  Hiyam  ھیام Passionate love.    

  Hoor  حورA virgin maiden of Paradise for its dwellers.    

  Hooriya  حوریه Virgin of Paradise, houri, nymph.    

  Hoorulain  حورالعینThe most beautiful HUR with beautiful eyes.    

  Hoyam  ھیام Passionate love.    

  Hubayshah  حبیثهShe was the daughter of Hubaysh al-Aamiriyah; she was a poetess.    

  Hubba  حب�یShe was a beautiful woman, daughter of Maalik bin Amr al-Adwaniyah (AN)    

  Huboor  حبور Happiness.    

  Huda  ھدٰی Right guidance, right path.    

  Hujaymah  ھجیمه Attack.    

  Hujayrah  حجیرهShe was a narrator of Hadith, daughter of Husayn.    

  Hukayman  حکیمهShe was the daughter of Umaymah daughter of Ruqayqah RA a companion.

   

  Huma  ھما An imaginary bird.

Humaida  حمیده Praised; fem. of Humaid.    

  Humaira  حمیراءOf red colour. Name of Ayesha, wife of the Prophet Muhammad.    

  Hunaydah  ھنیدهThe wife of Ibrahim al-Nakhee was so named, as also the daughter of Shurayk. (AN). Whe was a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Hura  حره Free woman    

  Hurmat  حرمتRespect, dignity or something declared, sacred by religion.    

  Hurriya  حریه Freedom, liberty.    

  Husaina  حسینه Diminutive of Husn, beauty.    

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  Hushaima  حشیمه Diminutive of Hishma, modesty.    

  Husn  حسن Beauty, gracefulness, prettiness.    

  Husn Ara آرا  حسن Adorned with beauty.    

  Husna  حسنی�Most pious, good outcome; fem. of Ahsan.    

  Husni  حسنی Possessing beauty.    

  Husniya  حسنیه Beautiful, pretty.    

  Huzuz  حظوظ Pl. of Hazz, fortune, good luck.

Iba  اباء Pride, disdain.    

  Ibadat  عبادت Worship.    

  Ibrisam  ابریسام Silk.    

  Ibrisami  ابریسمی Silken.    

  Ibriz  ابریز Pure gold.    

  Ibtihaj  ابتھاج Joy, delight.    

  Ibtihal  ابتھال Prayer, supplication.    

  Ibtisam  ابتسام Smile.    

  Ibtisama  ابتسامه Smile.    

  Idrak  ادراک Intellect, perception, achievement, attainment.    

  Iffat  عفتPurity, chastity, modesty, virtue, abstinence.    

  Iffat-Ara آرا  عفت Decorator of Chastity    

  Ifra  افراء Height, sublimity.    

  Ifrah  افراح To make happy.    

  Iftikhar  افتخار Pride.    

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  Iftinan  افتنان enchantment, captivation    

  Ihtisham  احتشام Chastity, modesty, decency, decorum.    

  Ijlal  اجالل Glorification, exaltation, honour, distinction, respect.    

  Ijliyah  عجلیه The daughter of al-Asturlabi al-Ijli.    

  Ikhlas  اخالص Sincerity, honesty, integrity, fidelity, faithfulness.

Iklil  اکلیل Crown, garland, wreath.    

  Ikram  اکرام Honour, glory, respect, generosity, hospitality.    

  Ilham  الھام Intuition, inspiration, revelation.    

  Ilm  علمA slave gifl belonging to Zubaydah, wife of Harun al-Rashid had this name.

   

  Iltimas  التماس Request, appeal, entreaty.    

  Ilyas  الیاس Name of a Prophet of Allah. He was called Ilyaseen as well.    

  Iman  ایمان Belief, faith in Allah.    

  Imrana  عمرانه Population, socialism.    

  Imtinan  امتنان Gratitude, gratefulness, thankfulness.    

  Imtisal  امتثال Obedience, conforming to, in compliance with.    

  Imtiyaz  امتیاز Distinction, mark of honour, intelligent.    

  Inam  انعام Gift, present, act of kindness, benefaction, bestowal.    

  Inan  عنانA slave girl belonging to Harun al-Rashid.    

  Inas  ایناس Friendliness, cordiality, sociability.    

  Inayat  عنایت Concern, solicitude.    

  Inshirah  انشراح Joy, delight, happiness, cheerfulness.    

  Intisar  انتصار Victory, triumph; sing.    

  Intisarat  انتصارات Pl. of Intisar, victory, triumph.    

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  Iqamat  اقامت Calm, peace, staying.    

  Iqra  اقراء Study, read.

Iradat  ارادت Wish, desire, intention.    

  Iram  ارم The Paradise of Shadad, Eden.    

  Irtiza  ارتضاء Contentment, approval.    

  Isad  اسعاد Making happy of prosperous, blessing.    

  Ishraq  اشراق Brilliance, radiance, shining.    

  Ishrat  عشرت Pleasure, enjoyment, delight.    

  Islah  اصالح Making right, making good, improvement, betterment.    

  Ismat  عصمتPurity, honour, protection, chastity, modesty.    

  Ismat-Ara آرا  عصمت Decorator of modesty    

  Isood  عصود A woman of delicate body.    

  Istabraq  استبرق Brocade.    

  Itidal  اعتدال Moderateness, moderation, mildness, rectitude.    

  Itimad  اعتماد Reliance, dependence.    

  Itrat  عترتLineage, descendants of Holy Prophet (PBUH).    

  Izaz  اعزاز Honour, esteem, regard, affection.    

  Izdihar  ازدھار Prosperity, flourishing, bloom, blossoming.    

  Izz  عزThe daughter of al-Haytam Muhammad bin al-Haysam was so named.

   

  Izza  عزه Honour, fame, power.    

  Izza an-Nisa  عزالنساءShe was the daughter of Muhammad bin Abdul Aziz bin Ali bin Hibbat Allah bin Khuldoon. She narrated hadith.

   

  Izzat  عزت Honor; esteem, integrity.

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Jaan  جان Life.    

  Jabalah  جبلهDaughter of Musafh; she was a narrator of Hadith.    

  Jabarah  جباره A bracelet.    

  Jabin  جبین Forehead.    

  Jadida  جدیده New, fresh.    

  Jahan  جھان World.    

  Jahan Ara آرا  جھانAdorning the world. Daughter of Mughal emperor Shah Jahaan.    

  Jahan Khatoon جھاں

خاتون  She was a Persian poet.    

  Jahdamah  جھدمهShe was a female companion of the Prophet PBUH.    

  Jala  جالء Bringing to light, shining, clarity.    

  Jaleelah  جلیله Dignified.    

  Jaleesah  جلیسه Companion    

  Jalila  جلیلهGreat, exalted, magnificent; fem. of Jalil.    

  Jalwa  جلوه Sight, show.    

  Jamal  جمال Beauty.    

  Jamala  جماله Beautiful, pretty, moon-faced.    

  Jamia  جامعهGatherer, collector, author, writer; fem. of Jami.    

  Jamila  جمیلهBeautiful, elegant, pretty; fem. of Jamil. Daughter of Khalifa Umar.    

  Jamila  جمیله Beautiful girl.    

  Jamilah  جامله Beautiful.

Janaan  جاناںPretty, sweet-heart; pl. of Jan, life.    

  Janan  جنان Heart, soul, pretty.    

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  Janna  جنه Garden, paradise.    

  Jannat  جنت Heaven, paradise.    

 Jannatul Firdaus

جنهالفردوس

  Garden of Paradise.    

  Jariyah  جاریه Slave girl.    

  Jasrah  جسرهDaughter of Dijajah al-Amiriyah, and a narrator of Hadith.    

  Jassia  جاثیهOne who sits, name of a Surrah of Al-Quran.    

  Jawahir  جواھر Precious.    

  Jawda  جوده Excellence, high, quality, fineness.    

  Jawedan  جاوداں Immortal, lasting.    

  Jawhara  جوھره Jewel, gem, essence.    

  Jaza  جزا Reward.    

  Jazibiyya  جاذبیه Attraction, charm, appeal.    

  Jibla  جبله Nature, natural disposition.    

  Jina  جینا Princess, lucky, patrician,    

  Jinan  جنان Pl. of Jannat, garden, paradise.    

  Joindah  جوئنده God's gift.    

  Joodi  جودٰی Kind, working.    

  Joya  جویاء Searcher.

Judaala  جداله Distinct.    

  Judamah  جدامهShe was the daughter of Wahb; she was a companion and a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Juhaymah  جھیمهThere is a suggestion that her name was Hujaymah, she was Umm ad-Darda, and a narrator of Hadith.

   

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  Juhi  جوھی Fragrant flower.    

  Jumaina  جمینه Diminutive of Jumana, small pearl.    

  Jumana  جمانه Pearl.    

  Jumaymah  جمیمه Name of a female companion.    

  Junayna  جنینه Little garden.    

  Juni  جنی Lovable.    

  Junna  جنه Shelter.    

  Juveria  جویریهDiminutive of Jooriyah, damask rose. Wife of the Prophet Muhammad.

Kabeesha  کبیشه This was the name of a poetess, daughter of al-Waqa (AN).    

  Kabira  کبیره Great.    

  Kabira  کابره Leader, heroic woman.    

  Kabshah  کبشهShe was a companion; she was the daughter of Sabit bin al-Munzir al-Ansari (AN)

   

  Kaheela  کحیله Labour, triumph, trial.    

  Kaif  کیف A state of joy.    

  Kaifiya  کیفیه Ecstatic, mirghful, gayhooppy.    

  Kaina  کائنه Leader woman.    

  Kakuli  کاکلی Crest, tuft on the head of an animal like comb of a cock.    

  Kaleemah  کلیمه Speaker.    

  Kalsam  کلثمName of al-Qarshiyah who transmitted Hadith from Sayyidah Ayshah (AN)

   

  Kamaliyah  کمالیهPerfection: name of a traditionalist, daughter of Muhammad bin Muhammad al-Hashmiyah al-Makkiyah RA.

   

  Kamila  کامله Perfect, complete, genuine; fem. of Kamil.    

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  Kaneezah  کنیزه Firm (of flish), sturdy (of body).    

  Kaniz  کنیز Maid servant, female servant, virgin.    

  Kanwal  کنول A flower of water, water-lilly.    

  Kanz  کنز Treasure.    

  Kanzah  کنزه Treasure; She was a poetess (AN)    

  Karam  کرم Generosity, bounty, noble nature.    

  Karamat  کرامت Miracle.

Kardawaiyah  کردویه A ious woman, daughter of Amr al-Basriyah was so name (AN)    

  Karima  کریمهKind, generous, benevolent, open-handed, bountiful, noble; fem. of Karim.

   

  Kariman  کاریمان Generous lady.    

  Karma  کرمه Vine, grapevine, kind, generous.    

  Kas  کاصGlass; This was the name of a woman, daughter of Buhayr bin Jundub.

   

  Kashfiya  کشفیه Enlightenment.    

  Kashida  کاشیده Hardworking.    

  Kashifah  کاشفه Revealer of Secrets.    

  Kashira  کاشره Jubiliant, jovial.    

  Kashmala  کشماله Necklace of flowers, Garland    

  Kashooda  کشوده Attractive.    

  Kashud  کشود Bloom, success, benefit.    

  Kasirah  کثیره Plenty.    

  Kasool  کسول A girl brought up by tender care, sluggish girl.    

  Kasturi  کستورٰی Musk, a song bird.    

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  Kaureen  کورین Beautiful girl, pretty girl.    

  Kausar  کوثر Abundance, name of a fountain, in the paradise.    

  Kauser  کوشر A Fountain in heaven    

  Kawkab  کوکب Star, satellite.    

  Kaysah  کیسه Daughter of Abu Bakr al-Saqafi, was a narrator of Hadith.

Kazima  کاظمه One who controls or suppresses her anger; fem. of Kazim.    

  Kehkashan  کهکشاں Galaxy.    

  Khabira  خبیره Aware, knowing.    

  Khadija  خدیجهThe first wife of the Prophet Muhammad who was the first to embrace Islam.

   

  Khadra  خضراء Green, verdant.    

  Khair  خیرGood, blessing, boon, wealth, fortune.    

  Khaira  خیرهThe best, prime, top, flower, cream; sing. of khairat.    

  Khairat  خیرات Pl. of Khaira, blessing, good work.    

  Khairiya  خیریهCharity, benevolence, beneficence, good.    

  Khairun Nisa  خیرانساءBest of women. Epithet of Khadija, the first wife of the Prophet Muhammad.

   

  Khalida  خالدهPermanent, immortal, eternal; fem. of Khalid.    

  Khalisa  خالصه Pure, true, clear, real; fem. of Khalis.    

  Khalwat  خلوت Solitude.    

  Khanam  خانم Princess, noble woman.    

  Khansa  خنساءProper name (famous Arabic poetess), pug-nosed.    

  Kharijah  خارجه External.    

  Kharqa  خرقاء Strong wind.    

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  Khashar  خشار Decorated, ornamented.    

  Khashia  خاشعه Pious, devout; fem. of Khashi.    

  Khashifa  خاشفه Disclosing, divulging.

Khasiba  خصیبهFruitful, fertile, prolific, prodigal, productive; fem. of Khasib.    

  Khatiba  خطیبه Orator, speaker, fianc�e.    

  Khatiba  خاطبه Speaker.    

  Khatira  خاطره Wish, desire.    

  Khatoon  خاتون Noblewoman, lady.    

  Khaula  خولهA buck, deer, name of a well-known Sahabi i.e. companion of the Prophet Muhammad.

   

  Khawara  خاوره The sunlight, east.    

  Khazanah  خزانهTreasure; She was the daughter of Khalid bin Jafar bin Qurt. She was a poetess.

   

  Khazeena  خزینه Arsenal, treasure house.    

  Khidrah  خضره Green.    

  Khitfa  خطفه Erroneus, forgetful.    

  Khudamah  خدامه Service, name of a Sahabiyah RA.    

  Khudra  خضره Greenery, greenness, verdancy.    

  Khulaidah  خلیدهPermanent, name of a Sahabi who participated in the battle of Badr and the name of a Sahabiyyah.

   

  Khulat  خلت Love, friend.    

  Khulaybah  خلیبهThis was the name of an Arab poetess.    

  Khuld  خلد Paradise, heaven, eternal.    

  Khulud  خلود Immortality.    

  Khurmi  خرمی Happiness, leisure.    

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  Khursheed خورشی   Sun.

Khurshid Jahan

خورشیدجھاں

  sun of the world    

  Khushbakht خوشبخت

  Lucky.    

  Khushbu  خوشبو Fragrance, scent.    

  Khushnuda  خوشنوده Delighted, agreed, happy, joyous.    

  Khuwailah  خویلهA little or young female gazelle; name of a women.    

  Khuzama  خزامی� Lavender, tulip.    

  Kiran  کرن Ray, beam.    

  Kishwar  کشور Country.    

  Kohinoor نور  کوهThe mountain of light, name of a diamond that was a prized possession of the Mughals.

   

  Korina  کورینا Exalted, sublime, nice.    

  Kowaisah  کویسه Handsome, pretty, name of a Sahaabiyah.    

  Kuaybah  کعیبهA distinguished woman of her times was so named. She was the daughter of Saad al-Aslamiyah and she offered allegiance (bayah) to the Prophet PBUH.

   

  Kubra  کبرٰی� Great, senior, (Al-Khubra - Epithet of Khadija).    

  Kuhaylah  کحیلهThis was the name of a pious, learned woman who was a good speaker (AN)

   

  Kulsoom  کلثوم Full of flesh about the face and cheeks, rosy, healthy cheeks, chubby cheeks.

Laal  لعل Pearl, ruby.    

  Labiba  لبیبهIntelligent, judicious, sensible, understanding, sagacious, wise, prudent, wise; fem. of Labib.

   

  Lafiza  الفظه As deep as a sea.    

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  Lahifa  الحفه Helper.    

  Laiba  الئبه Name of a Hoor in Heaven    

  Laiha  الئحه Glittering.    

  Lail  لیل Night.    

  Laiqa  الئقه Worthy, deserving, elegant, capable, decent.    

  Lakhsha  لخشه Glittering.    

  Lala  الله Flower.    

  Lama  لمی� Darkness of inner lips, it is considered to be beautiful.    

  Lamia  المعه Brilliant, lustrous, shining, radiant.    

  Lamis  لمیس Tender woman.    

  Lamisa  لمیسه Soft to touch.    

  Lamiya  المیه With beautiful curls.    

  Lamya  لمیاء Dark-lipped (from inside).    

  Laraib  الریب Not suspicious, truth.    

  Laseef  لصیف Glitter.    

  Latifa  لطیفهPretty, charming, gentle, sweet, refined, kind, pleasantry, humour, friendly; fem. of Latif.

   

  Latimah  لطیمه Scent.

Lawaiza  لویزه The girl who was born to Eve with Abel.    

  Layaan  لیان Gentleness, softness, tenderness.    

  Layina  لینه Tender, supple, resilient.    

  Layla  لیلی�Night, A well-known character in Arabic literature i.e. the beloved of Majnoon.

   

  Layyah  لیه Twist, Flexure.    

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  Lina  لینه Gentle, soft, tender, 'a kind of palm'.    

  Liza  لیزا Dedicated for Allah.    

  Lubaba  لبابه Essence, core, gist.    

  Lubana  لبانه Wish, desire.    

  Lubna  لبنی�A tree which yields an aromatic resin used in perfume and medicine i.e. storax-tree.

   

  Lulu  لل Pearls.    

  Lulua لوه ٶل   Pearl.    

  Lutf  لطف Kindness, friendliness, courtesy, delicate, grace, favour from Allah.    

  Lutfana  لطفانه Kind, helper.    

  Lutfiya  لطفیه Delicate, graceful.    

  Lutfun Nisa النساء  لطف Grace of women.

Ma as-sama  ماءالسماءA noble hearted, generous lady, daughter of al-Muzaffar had this name.

   

  Mabrooka  مبروکه Blessed, prosperous, abundant; fem. of Mabrook.    

  Madaniya  مدنیه Civilized, urbane, polished.    

  Madiha  مدیحه Praiseworthy, commendation, commendable.    

  Mah  ماه Moon.    

  Mah Jabin جبین  ماه Beautiful, brow like the moon.    

  Mah Liqa لقا  ماه Moon-like (face).    

  Mah Naz ناز  ماه Humble moon (that would disappear on touch).    

  Mah Noor نور  ماه Moonlight.    

  Mah Rukh رخ  ماه Face as bright as the moon.    

  Maha  مھا Wild cow (representing beauty).    

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  Mahala  محاله Brave.    

  Mahalfa  محالفه Opponent.    

  Maham  ماهم Wife of mughal emperor Zahiruddin Baber, mother of Hamayun.    

  Mahasin  محاسن Pl. of Mahsana, beauty, charm, charming, attraction, virtue, merit.    

  Mahbasah  محبسه A narrator of Hadith, al-Bahiliyah had this name.    

  Mahbooba  محبوبه Dear, beloved sweetheart; fem. of Mahboob.    

  Mahdiya  مھدیه Rightly guided; fem. of Mahdi.    

  Maheen  ماهین Like moon.    

  Mahfooza  محفوظه Safeguarded, well-protected; fem. of mahfooz.

Mahin  مھین Fine, subtle, thin.    

  Mahira  ماھره Skilled, skilful, proficient; fem. of Mahir.    

  Mahjooba  محجوبه Hidden, covered, screened; fem. of Mahjoob.    

  Mahmooda  محموده Praised, praiseworthy, elegant, lauded.    

 Mahmoodatun Nisa

محمودهانساء

  Praised (one) of the women.    

  Mahnaz  مهناز Pride of the moon.    

  Mahparah پاره  مه Piece of moon    

  Mahroz  مهروز One who has a face like moon.    

  Mahtab  ماھتاب Moonlight.    

  Mahtalat طلعت  مه Moon-faced    

  Mahwish  مهوش Moon-faced, beautiful as moon.    

  Maida  مائده Dining table, a chapter of Quran    

  Mailiha  ملیحه Beautiful, the one with darker shade.    

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  Maimana  میمنه Right, right-hand side, right wing (of army).    

  Maimoona  میمونه Auspicious, prosperous, lucky, fortunate, blessed; fem. of Maimoon.    

  Maira  مائره Favourable, admirable.    

  Maisa  مائسه Walking with a proud gait.    

  Maisaa  میساء To walk with a proud swinging gait.    

  Maisara  میسرهProsperity, abundance, wealth, affluence; left, left-hand side, left wing (of army).

   

  Maisoon  میسون Of beautiful face and body.

Maisoora  میسورهEase; successful, fortunate, lucky, prosperous; fem. of maisoor.

   

  Majda  مجده Glory, honour, nobility.    

  Majdiya  مجدیه Glorious.    

  Majeeda  مجیده Glorious, noble, sublime, exalted; fem. of majeed.    

  Majida  ماجده Glorious, noble, respected, exalted, fem. of majid.    

  Makarim  مکارم Of good and honourable character.    

  Maktoomah  مکتومه Name of a female singer of the past.    

  Maktoonah  مکتونه Name of a singer and a beautiful lady of the past.    

  Malaha  مالحه Beauty, grace, elegance.    

  Malaika  مالئکه Angels.    

  Malak  ملک Angel.    

  Maleeka  ملیکه Queen; fem. of Maleek.    

  Maliha  ملیحه Beautiful, pretty, good-looking; fem. of Malih.    

  Malika  مالکه Reigning, ruling.    

  Malka  ملکه Fem. of Malik; queen.    

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  Mamoona  م�امونهTrustworthy, honest, faithful, reliable; fem of Mamoon.    

  Manahil  مناھل Pl. of manhal, spring, of salubrious water, fountain.    

  Manal  منال Attainment, achievement, acquisition.    

  Manar  منار Guiding light, light-house.    

  Manara  مناره Fem. of Manar: light-house.

Mandal  مندل Fragrant wood.    

  Manfoosah  منفوسهShe was the daughter of Abu Yazid bin Abu al-FAwaris; a very pious woman, she wept often for fear of Allah.

   

  Manhalah  منھله Spring; Name of many Arab women.    

  Mann  من Gift, present, favour, benefit, boon.    

  Mannana  منانه Bountiful, generous; fem. of mannan.    

  Mansoora  منصوره Assisted, victorious, supported, triumphant; fem. of Mansoor.    

  Manzoora  منظوره Approved of, chosen, promising; fem. of Manzoor.    

  Maqboola  مقبوله Accepted, admitted, granted, approved; fem. of Maqbool.    

  Maqsooda  مقصوده Intended, destined.    

  Marab  مٔارب Wish, desire, purpose, use, aim; sing. of Marib.    

  Maram  مرام Wish, desire, aspiration.    

  Marghuba  مرغوبه Coveted, desired.    

  Maria  ماریهA lady with fair complexion, kind of bird. Wife of Muhammad who gave birth to son named Ibrahim.

   

  Mariam  مریم Mother of the Prophet Isa (Jesus), the Biblical Mary.    

  Marib  مآرب Pl. of Marab, wish.    

  Maridah  مارده A slave-girl of Haroon Rashid had this name.    

  Mariha  مرحه Joyful, cheerful, lively.    

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  Mariya  ماریاA learned woman of Andulus had this name; she was the daughter of Abu Yaqoob al-Faysali.

   

  Marjan  مرجان Small pearls, corals.    

  Marjanah  مرجانهPrecious stone; She was the mother of Prophet Isa AS and has been mentioned in the Quran frequently and a whole Surah is named after her.

Maroofa  معروفهFamous, known, eminent, kindness, kind act; fem. of Maruf.

   

  Marqooma  مرقومه Writter, stated, well-defined.    

  Marwa  مروه Flint-stone.    

  Maryam  مریم Pious, mother of Hazrat Isa (AS) i.e. Jesus.    

  Marziya  مرضیه Accepted, well-pleased, one who is pleasing.    

  Marzooqa  مرزوقه blessed, fortunate, prosperous, successful; fem. of Marzooq    

  Mas  ماس For Almas; diamond. (only almas is used as name).    

  Masabih  مصابیح Pl. of Misbah, lamp.    

  Masarrat  مسرت Joy, delight, pleasure, gladness, happiness.    

  Mashal  مشعل Light, bright fire, flame.    

  Mashhuda  مشھوده Present, manifest.    

  Mashia �ه  مشی wish, desire, will (of Allah)    

  Mashmool  مشمول Included, sought, after, searched for.    

  Masira  ماثره Noble.    

  Masooda  مسعودهFortunate, happy, lucky, prosperous, gracious, favourable, august; fem. of Masood.

   

  Masooma  معصومه Innocent, sinless, safe-guarded, protected; fem. of Masoom.    

  Masoon  مصون Safeguarded, well-protected.    

  Masrurah  مسروره Glad, happy, delighted.    

  Mastura  مستوره Latent, hidden, chaste.    

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  Matina  متینه Strong, solid, of resolute mind.

Mausooma  موسومه Namely, viz.    

  Mawadda  موده Friendship, intimacy, affection, love.    

  Mawhiba  موھبه Gift, talent; sing. of Mawahib.    

  Mawhooba  موھوبه Gifted, talented, favoured; fem. of Mawhoob.    

  Mawsoofa  موصوفهWorthy of description, portrayed, endowed with laudable qualities; fem. of Mawsoof.

   

  Maya  مایه Nature, wealth, power, quantity.    

  Mayyada  میاده To walk with swinging gait.    

  Mazida  مزیده Increase, excess, high degree, maximum; fem. of Mazid.    

  Maziyah  مزیه Excellence, merit, virtue.    

  Mehak  مهک Fragrance    

  Mehrin  مهرىن Loving, The sun, The moon.    

  Mehrin  مهرین Loving, affectionate, sun, moon.    

  Mehrun Nisa  مھرانساء Sun of the women.    

  Mehtab  مھتاب Moon.    

  Midhat  مدحت Praise, eulogy.    

  Mihr  مھر Sun, affection.    

  Mina  منا Pearl, bead.    

  Minnat  منت Grace, kindness, favour, gift.    

  Minoo  مینو Paradise.    

  Miral  میرال Doe

Misaal  مثال Example, copy.    

  Misam  میسم Impression, mark, beauty.    

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  Misbah  مصباح Lamp, Light.    

  Mishal  مشال Lightened, sparkling, shining.    

  Miskeenah  مسکینه Humble.    

  Mohsana  محصنهChaste, virtuous, protected, sheltered, pure, modest, married woman.

   

  Mohsina  محسنه Benevolent, beneficent, charitable, humanitarian; fem. of Muhsin.    

  Momina  م�ومنه Believer (in Islam); fem. of Mumin.    

  Mona  منی� Pl. of Monya, wish, desire.    

  Muazah  معاذه Daughter of Abdullah al-Adowiyah was a narrator of Hadith.    

  Muazza  معز�ٰی Elevated, exalted.    

  Muazzama  معظمه Exalted, respected, glorified; fem. of Muazzam.    

  Mubaraka  مبارکه Blessed, fortunate, lucky, auspicious; fem. of Mubarak.    

  Mubashirah  مبشره Bringer of good news.    

  Mubassirah  مبصره One who comments.    

  Mubina  مبینه Clear, manifest, plain, distinct; fem. of Mubin.    

  Mueenah  معینه Helper.    

  Mueerah  معیره The sister of Hajjaj bin Hassan al-Jamimi had this name.    

  Mufazzalah  مفضله A poetess of the past had this name.    

  Mufida  مفیده Beneficial, advantageous, favourable, useful, profitable.

Mugheesah  مغیثه One who helps.    

  Mughirah  مغیره Daughter of Hassan; she was a narrator of Hadith.    

  Muhabbat  محبت Love, affection.    

  Muhariba  محاربه Fighter, one who entangles.    

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  Muhayya  محیا Countenance, face, look.    

  Muhja  مھجه Heart, soul.    

  Muhra  مھره Filly, a female pony.    

  Muida  معیده Reviser, teacher, fem. of Muid.    

  Mujahida  مجاھدهOne who struggles, strives, or fights for the cause of Islam; fem. of Mujahid.

   

  Mujiba  مجیبه One who answers or grants something.    

  Mukarrama  مکرمه Honoured, revered, honourable; fem. of Mukarram.    

  Mukhlisa  مخلصه Devoted, faithful, pure-hearted.    

  Mukhtar  مختار Free.    

  Mulayka  ملیکه Diminutive of Malaka, angel.    

  Mulook  ملوک Pl. of Malik, king.    

  Mumtaz  ممتاز Distinguished, exalted, superior, outstanding.    

  Mumtaz Mahal  ممتازمحل Wife of Mughal emperor Shah Jahan.    

  Mumtaza  ممتازه Fem. of Mumtaz.    

  Munaam  مناعم Soft, delicate.    

  Munas Sabah الصباح  منی Wishes of the dawn.

Munawwar  منور Shining, Bright.    

  Munawwara  منوره Illuminated, brilliant, full of light; fem. of Munawwar.    

  Munazza  منزه Devoid of faults, pure.    

  Muneeah  منیعه Name of a Slave-girl of Amr bin al-Ala.    

  Muniba  منیبه One who turns towards Allah, one who repents.    

  Munifa  منیفه Eminent, exalted, superior, high, lofty; fem. of Munif.    

  Munira  منیره bright, brilliant, shedding light, radiant, luminous, shining; fem. of    

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Munir

  Munisa  م�ونسهSociable, friendly, kind, gentle; fem. of Munis.    

  Munjiyah  منجیه A woman who saves someone.    

  Muntahi  منتهی Last limit of height.    

  Munya  منیه Wish, desire, object of desire; sing. of Muna, wishes.    

  Munyatul Muna المنی�  منیه Wish of wishes.    

  Muqaddasa  مقدسه Sacred, holy.    

  Muqbala  مقبله This was the name of a narrator of Hadith, daughter of Ali al-Bazzaz.    

  Murdiyyah  مرضیه Chosen one.    

  Muriha  مریحه Restful, soothing.    

  Murshida  مرشده Leader, guide, adviser, counsellor; fem. of Murshid.    

  Musaddas  مسدس A poem of six verses.    

  Musaddiqa  مصدقه One who affirms the truth.    

  Musarrat  مسرت Pleasure

Musawat  مساوات Equality.    

  Musaykah  مسیکهShe was the mother of Yusuf bin Mahik and she narrated Hadith from Sayyidah Ayshah RA.

   

  Mushahida  مشاهده Observance, evidence, study.    

  Musharrafa  مشرفه Honoured, elevated.    

  Mushira  مشیره Counsellor, adviser; fem. of Mushir.    

  Mushtari  المشترٰی Jupiter.    

  Muslima  مسلمه Follower of the religion of Islam; fem. of Muslim.    

  Mussah  مسهShe was Mussah al-Azdiyah, mother of Bussah; she was a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Mustaeenah  مستعینه One who prays for help.    

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  Mutahhara  مطھره Purified, chaste.    

  Mutazah  معتزه A narrator of Hadith of the later period.    

  Mutia  مطیعه Obedient, pious, devoted, faithful; fem. of Muti.    

  Muwaffaqa  موفقه Successful, prosperous, lucky, fortunate; fem. of Muwaffaq.    

  Muyassar  میسر Successful, lucky, prosperous.    

  Muzaina  مزینه Diminutive of Muzna, rain, clouds.    

  Muzna  مزنه Rain clouds.

Naaz  ناز Glory, pride, elegance, gracefulness, fresh.    

  Naazira  ناضرهOne with healthy and happy looks, radiant, flourishing, resplendent, bright, beaming.

   

  Naba  نابه Famous, good, pious.    

  Nabaha  نباھه Fame, nobility, intelligence, brightness, brilliance.    

  Nabawiya  نبویه Prophetic.    

  Nabeeha  نبیھهNoble, famous, eminent, distinguished, brilliant, intelligent; fem. of Nabih.

   

  Nabiha  نابھه Noble, famous, eminent, distinguished, brilliant; fem. of Nabih.    

  Nabila  نبیلهNoble, highborn, magnanimous, beautiful, intelligent, honourable; fem. of nabil.

   

  Nadaa  ندٰی Dew, generosity, liberality, magnanimity.    

  Nadi  ندٰی Moist, damp, tender, delicate.    

  Nadia  نادیه The caller.    

  Nadida  ندیده Rival, equal.    

  Nadima  ندیمه Intimate friend, companion; fem. of Nadim.    

  Nadira  نادره Rare, extraordinary, choice, precious; fem. of Nadir.    

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  Nadiyya  ندیه Fem. of Nadi, dew, generosity, damp, tender, delicate.    

  Nadra  نضره Radiance, bloom, glamour, brightness, opulence, wealth.    

  Nadwa  ندوه Council, club.    

  Naeema  نعیمهHappiness, peaceful, comfort, ease, pleasure, smooth, tender, bliss; fem. of Naim.

   

  Nafasat  نفاست Purity, refinement.    

  Nafay  نافعه One who gets profit.

Nafia  نافعهProfitable, beneficial, advantageous, useful, beneficial; fem. of Nafi.

   

  Nafisa  نفیسه Refined, pure, precious, delicate, choice, exquisite.    

  Nageenah  نگینه Precious Stone.    

  Naghma  نغمه Melody, song.    

  Nahar  نھار Day i.e. daytime.    

  Nahid  ناھید Venus.    

  Nahida  ناھیده Fem. of Nahid.    

  Nahiya  ناحیه One who advises, adviser.    

  Nahiza  ناھضه Elevated, deligent.    

  Nahla  نھله Bee.    

  Naifah  نائفهThis was the name of a well-known, woman loved by the masses for her kindness and generosity, her advice was sought by the people.

   

  Nail  نائل Winner, achiever, a boon, gift, acquirer.    

  Naila  نائله Fem. of nail.    

  Naima  ناعمه Delicate, soft, smooth.    

  Naira  نائره Shining, glittering.    

  Najah  نجاح Success.    

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  Najat  نجات Safety, rescue, salvation, deliverance.    

  Najdah  نجده Courage, bravery, help, succour.    

  Najia  ناجیه Saved, liberated; fem. of Naji.    

  Najiba  نجیبه Noble, exce4llent, generous, praiseworthy, distinguished, aristocratic.

Najida  نجیده Brave; a lady who accomplishes difficult tasks.    

  Najidah  ناجده Succor, Help.    

  Najiha  ناجحه Successful, prosperous; fem. of Najih.    

  Najiya  نجیه Intimate friend, bosom friend; fem. of Naji.    

  Najla  نجالء Large-eyed, wide-eyed.    

  Najm  نجم Star, planet.    

  Najma  نجمه Star, a fine species of grass.    

  Najmus Sahar نجم

السحر  The morning star.    

  Najwa  نجوٰی� Confidential talk, secret conversation.    

  Najwan  نجوان Saved, liberated.    

  Nakhat  نکھت Fragrance.    

  Nama  نعماء Gift, present, grace, favour, kindness.    

  Nameera  نمیره Delicious water, pious woman.    

  Namia  نامیه Force to move forward, force to expand    

  Naqa  نقاء Purity, refinement, clarity.    

  Naqiba  نقیبه Mind, intellect, leader.    

  Naqiya  نقیه Clear, pure, clean; fem. of Naqi.    

  Nargis  نرگس Narcissus (flower).    

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  Narjis  نرجس Narcissus (flower).    

  Naseera  نصیره Helper, protector, friend, patron; fem. of Nasir.

Nasha  نشاء Scent, perfume.    

  Nashat  نشاط Liveliness, vigour, cheerfulness, joy, sprightliness, energy, vivacity.    

  Nasheem  نشیم Breeze, morning air.    

  Nashida  نشىده Relaxation, joyance.    

  Nashika  ناشکه One who forgives, forgiver.    

  Nashirah  ناشره Publisher; diffuser, spreader.    

  Nashita  نشیطه Energetic, dynamic, lively, fresh, vigorous.    

  Nashwa  نشوه Fragrance, aroma.    

  Nashwaa  نشوٰی� Elated, exultant, flushed, enraptured; fem. of Nashwan.    

  Nasia  ناصعه Clear, pure; fem. of Nasi.    

  Nasiba  نسیبه Noble, highborn; fem. of Nasib.    

  Nasifa  ناصفه Just, equitable.    

  Nasiha  ناصھه Advisor, sincere.    

  Nasihah  ناصحه Advisor.    

  Nasila  نسیله Honey that flows from the comb.    

  Nasim  نسیم Breeze, gentle wind, fresh air, zephyr, fragrant air.    

  Nasima  نسیمه Fem. of Nasim, zephyr, gentle wind.    

  Nasiqa  ناسقه One who manages, organiser.    

  Nasiqa  ناسکه One who forgives, forgiver.    

  Nasira  ناصره Helper, aide, assistant, protector.

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Nasooh  نصوح Advised, suggested.    

  Nasreen  نسرین Jonquil, Narcissus, wild rose, Jericho rose.    

  Nasya  ناصیه Reformer, advisor.    

  Natasha  نتاشه Gift of Allah    

  Natila  نتیله Relation, way, sake.    

  Natiqa  ناطقه One endowed with speech, eloquent, spokesperson; fem. of Natiq.    

  Naushabah  نوشابه Elixir.    

  Nawal  نوال Gift, present, grant, favour, grace, kindness.    

  Nawar  نوار Flower, bud, blossom.    

  Nawaylah  نویله    

  Naweed  نوید Good news.    

  Nawfa  نوفه Excess, surplus.    

  Nawla  نوله Gift, present, grant, favour, grace.    

  Nawra  نوره Blossom, flower.    

  Nayab  نایاب Scarce    

  Nayyar  نیر Sun.    

  Nayyara  نیره Luminous, shining; fem. of Nayyir.    

  Nazaha  نزاھه Purity, righteousness, chastity, virtue, honesty.    

  Nazakat  نزاکت Delicacy, subtlety.    

  Nazan  نازاں Proud, vain, haughty.

Nazanin  نازنین Elegant, delicate, beloved.    

  Nazara  نضاره Bloom, beauty.    

  Nazarat  نضارت Freshness of splendour.    

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  Nazeeha  نزیھه Pure, virtuous, honest; fem. of Nazih.    

  Nazeera  نذیرهWarner, anything offered as a token of respect, anything given as sacrifice, a child who has been dedicated by his parents to serve Allah.

   

  Nazeera  نظیره Equal, like, alike, resembling, match, comparable; fem. of Nazir.    

  Naziah  نازیه Companion, friend.    

  Naziah  نازیه Sharpness, cold, a large bowl.    

  Nazifa  نظیفه Pure, clean, neat, chaste, innocent; fem. of Nazif.    

  Naziha  نازھه Pure, honest.    

  Nazila  نازله Lovely, charming.    

  Nazima  ناظمه Arranger, organizer, poetess; fem. of Nazim.    

  Nazindah  نازندهName of a liberal woman of Baghdad; she founded a college with religious school.

   

  Nazira  ناظره Observer, supervisor.    

  Nazish  نازش Proud, lover.    

  Nazli  نظلی Delicate, feminine.    

  Nazneen  نازنین Beautiful, delicate.    

  Nazpari  نازپرٰی A queen of ancient persia.    

  Nazrat  نضرت Pride, nice, great.    

  Nazuk  نازکDelicate; The daughter of Muhammad bin Ibrahim had this name. She was a narrator of Hadith.

Neelam  نیلم A precious stone of sky blue colour.    

  Neelma  نىلما Bluish, Like blue.    

  Neelma  نیلما Lucky, with good fortune.    

  Nehla  نحله Present, gift; sing of Nihel.    

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  Niaz  نیاز Desire, urge to express love.    

  Nibal  نبال Arrows.    

  Nibras  نبراس Lamp.    

  Nida  نداء Call.    

  Nigar  نگار Picture, portrait, sweetheart.    

  Nighat  نگهت Odour, perfume, fragrance.    

  Niha  نهاء Bright one, naughty one.    

  Nihel  نحل Presents, gifts.    

  Nihla  نحله Present, gift; sing. of Nihel.    

  Nikhat  نکهت Sweet Smell    

  Nilofar  نیلوفر Water-lily.    

  Nimaat  نعمات Blessings, boons, bounties; pl. of Nimat.    

  Nimat  نعمت Blessing, boon, favour, a gift from Allah, grace bounty.    

  Nisa  نساء Women.    

  Nishat  نشاط Happiness, intoxication.    

  Niyyat  نیت Intention, determination, resolution.    

Nofal  نوفل Blessing, donation.    

  Noor  نور Light, illumination.    

  Noor Jahan  نورجھاں Light of the world.    

  Noora  نوره Light; fem. of Noor.    

  Nooraniyah  نورانیه Luminous, brilliant.    

  Nooruddunya  نورالدنیا Light of the world.    

  Noorulain  نورالعین Peace of eyes, light of eyes.    

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  Noorun Nisa  نورالنساء Light of the women.    

  Noreen  نورین Bright.    

  Noreenah  نورینه A sweet dish.    

  Noshi  نوشی Of pleasant taste.    

  Noshin  نوشین Sweet, pleasant, (i.e. dream).    

  Nu'aymah  نعیمه Name of a woman narrator of Hadith.    

  Nuboogh  نبوع Distinction, eminence, excellence, superiority.    

  Nudbah  ندبه Lament, Scar; Mark.    

  Nudoora  ندوره Rareness.    

  Nudra  ندره Rarity, rareness. .    

  Nudrat  ندرت Singularity.    

  Nufaysah  نفیسهName of the daughter of Munyah who arranged the marriage of the Prophet PBUH with Sayyidah Khadijah RA.

   

  Nuha  نھی� Intelligence, intellect.

Numa  نماء Displayer, viewer.    

  Nuriya  نوریه Light, luminous, radiant, brilliant; fem. of Noori.    

  Nusaiba  نسیبه Diminutive of Nasiba, noble.    

  Nusrat  نصرت Help, aid, assistance, support.    

  Nuwaira  نویره Petals of flowers    

  Nuwwar  نوار Pl. of Nuwwara, blossom, flower.    

  Nuwwara  نواره Blossom, flower.    

  Nuzar  نضار Pure gold.    

  Nuzhat  نزھت pleasure trip, freshness, promenade, excursion, recreation, cheerfulness

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Obaidiyah  عبیدیه Bondswoman of Allah    

  Orwiya  ارویه Female mountain goat.    

  Ozra  عذرا Virgin, Virgin Mary    

  Ozza  عزه A baby fawn, young female deer, female fawn.

Pakiza  پاکیزه Pure, chaste, polite, nice, fine.    

  Pardaj  پرداج Splendour.    

  Pari  پرٰی Fairy, fairy-like beautiful.    

  Parsa  پارسا Chaste, devout, pious.    

  Parvin  پروین The Pleiades.

Qabalah  قباله Responsibility; Name of narrator of Hadith, daughter of Yazeed.    

  Qabila  قابله Able, wise.    

  Qabool  قبولAccepted. An early woman, daughter of Abdullah, freed slave of al-Mustanjid Billah.

   

  Qadira  قادره Powerful, able.    

  Qahira  قاھره Overpowering, victorious.    

  Qaifa  قائفه Estimater.    

  Qailah  قائله One who speaks.    

  Qaima  قائمه Bestower.    

  Qamar  قمر Moon.    

  Qamar Jahan جهاں  قمر The moon of the world    

  Qamarun Nisa  قمرالنساء Moon of the women.    

  Qamayr  قمیرDaughter of Amr al-Khufiyah, wife of Masrooq, she was a narrator of Hadith.

   

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  Qameer  قمیرWife of Masrooq bin al-Ajda daughter of Amr al-Kufiyah, she was a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Qamra  قمراء Moonlight, moonlit, bright; fem. of Aqmar.    

  Qanaat  قناعت Patience.    

  Qaniah  قانعه Contented.    

  Qantara  قنطره Small bridge.    

  Qaraah  قرعه Cloudlet; A kind lady of the Hijaz had this name.    

  Qareebah  قریبه Near.    

  Qaribah  قاربه Name of a woman scholar, Umm al-Buhlul, of Banu Asad.    

Qarsafah  قرصافهShe was a narrator of Hadith known as Qarsafah al-Zahliyah.

   

  Qaseema  قسیمه Beautiful woman, a box in which perfumes are kept.    

  Qasiba  قاصبه One who plays at flute, flutist.    

  Qasida  قاصده Mesenger.    

  Qasima  قاسمه Distributor, divider; fem. of Qasim.    

  Qasira  قاسره Patient.    

  Qasoomah  قسومه This was the name of a poetess daughter of Ismail al-Yahudi.    

  Qaylah  قیله Two women companions had this name.    

  Qaymayriyah  قمیریه This was the name of an early student of Hadith, wife of Masrooq.    

  Qaysar  قیصر A name of women.    

  Qisaf  قصاف Birttle, a student of Hadith, daughter of Abdullah bin Damirah.    

  Qismat  قسمت Fate, destiny, area.

Raaina  راعنه Beautiful princess, pretty priness.    

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  Raana  رعناء Of elegant, statue, soft, lovely, beautiful, graceful, delicate.    

  Raani  رانی A queen.    

  Rabab  رباب Usually two-stringed instrument.    

  Rabbab  رباب A musical instrument.    

  Rabeea  ربیعه One who is well-versed.    

  Rabia  رابعه The fourth. "Rabia Basri", name of a saint who lived in Basrah.    

  Rabiha  رابحه Winner, gainer; fem. Rabih.    

  Rabita  رابطه Band, bond, link nexus.    

  Rabiya  ربیعه Spring, springtime, garden; fem. of Rabi.    

  Rabwa  ربوه Hill.    

  Radifa  رادفه One who is full of shame.    

  Radiya  رادیه Veiled, covered.    

  Raeesa  رئیسه Leader, chief, princess, a noble lady, a wealthy lady.    

  Raeha  رائحه Fragrance, perfume, scent.    

  Rafat  رافت Mercy, compassion, pity.    

  Rafeeah  رفیعه Sublime, high.    

  Rafia  رفیعهHigh ranking, noble, sublime, exquisite, exalted, eminent; fem. of Rafi.

   

  Rafiah  رافعه Exalted.    

  Rafida  رافده Support, prop.

Rafif  رفیف Glittering, shining, gleaming.    

  Rafiqa  رفیقه Intimate friend, companion, associate; fem. of Rafiq.    

  Rafraf  رفرف Cushion, eyeshade.    

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  Raghada  رغاده Comfort opulence, affluence.    

  Raghd  رغد Pleasant, plenty.    

  Raghiba  راغبه Desirous, wishful, willing; fem. of Raghib.    

  Raghid  رغید Comfort, opulence, affluence, plenty.    

  Rahat  راحه Rest, comfort, ease, relief.    

  Rahifa  رھیفه Sharp; fem. of Rahif.    

  Rahil  راحیلWife of the Prophet Yaqub (Jacob). In the Bible she is mentioned as Rachel.

   

  Rahilah  راحله One who travels.    

  Rahima  رحیمه Kind, compassionate; fem. of Rahim.    

  Rahla  راحله Happy, mirth, joyous.    

  Rahmat  رحمت Mercy, compassion, kindness.    

  Raida  رائده Explorer, guide, leader, pioneer, model, example; fem. of Raid.    

  Raiha  رائحه Smell, fragrance.    

  Raihana  ریحانهA handful of sweet basil. A bouquet of flowers; Wife of the Prophet Muhammad.

   

  Raima  رائمه Well-cultured.    

  Raiqa  رائقه Pure, clear, tranquil, serene; fem. of Raiq.    

  Raitah  رائطه An early woman narrator of Hadith, she was the daughter of Muslim.

Rajab  رجب The seventh month of the Islamic calendar.    

  Rajia  راجیه Hopeful, hoping, full of hope; fem. of Raji.    

  Rajiha  راجحه Superior, predominant, fem. of Rajih.    

  Rajini  راجنی Kingly, very exclusive.    

  Rajiya  راجیه Hope, expectation, wish.    

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  Rajwa  رجوٰی� Hope.    

  Rakhas  رخص Soft and delicate, supple.    

  Rakheelah  رخیله    

  Rakhima  رخیمه soft, pleasant, melodious (voice)    

  Rakhshan  رخشان Dazzling, bright.    

  Rakhshi  رخشی Beautiful-faced, charming.    

  Rakhshinda  رخشنده Resplendant, bright.    

  Rakina  رکینه Firm, steady; fem. of Rakin.    

  Ramazan  رمضان The ninth month of the Islamic calendar.    

  Rameen  رامین Successful woman.    

  Rameesah  رمیسه Hidden.    

  Rameesah  رمیثه Wise.    

  Rameesah  رمیثهBeautiful bunch of flowers, bouquet, Umm-e-Saleem: Aunt of Prophet (PBUH)

   

  Ramiza  رمیزه Intelligent, level headed.    

  Ramla  رمله Sand. Wife of the Prophet Muhammad Her kunya is Umm Habiba.

Ramsha  رمشاء Beautiful.    

  Ramza  رمزه Coquette.    

  Rana  رنا To gaze, look.    

  Randa  رنده Scented, fragrant tree, good for decoration.    

  Rania  رانیه Gazing.    

  Ranim  رنیم Singing, song, music.    

  Raoom وم ٶر   Loving, tender.    

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  Raqia  راقیه Superior, high ranking, educated; fem. of Raqi.    

  Raqiba  رقیبه Guardian, supervisor.    

  Raqiqa  رقیقه Delicate, fine, soft, slender, slim.    

  Rasee  رسیع Life full of happiness.    

  Rasha  رشا Fawn, young gazelle.    

  Rashad  رشاد Righteous.    

  Rashaqa  رشاقه Graceful, stature, grace, elegance.    

  Rasheeda  رشیده Righteous, of good character, one who leads onto the right path.    

  Rashida  راشدهFollower of the right path, mature, right minded, rightly guided; fem. of Rashid.

   

  Rashiqa  رشیقه Graceful, elegant; fem. of Rashiq.    

  Rasikha  راسخه Well-established, well-founded, stable, steady; fem. of Rasikh.    

  Rasima  راسمه Planner, designer; fem. of Rasim.    

  Rasina  رصینا Calm, composed.

Rasmiya  رسمیه Ceremonial, ceremonious, formal; fem. of Rasmi.    

  Ratiba  راتبه Well-arranged, well-ordered.    

  Rauhah  روحه Happy Contented    

  Raunaq  رونق Beauty, grace, glamour, splendour.    

  Raunaq Jahan جھاں  رونق Lustre of the world.    

  Raushan  روشن Light, luminous, bright, splendour.    

  Raushan Ara آرا  روشن Adorning light (female).    

  Raushan Jabin روشنجبین

  Of radiant forehead.    

  Raushani  روشنی Light, splendour.    

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  Rawah  رواح Rest, repose.    

  Rawahah  رواحهA noted narrator of Hadith, daughter of Abu Umar bin Abdur Rahman al-Awzaee had this name.

   

  Rawia  راویه Narrator, reciter, transmitter (of incident Arabic poetry).    

  Rawza  روضه Garden.    

  Raya  ریا Aroma, fragrance.    

  Rayia  راعیه Guardian, custodian, patron, protector; fem. of Rayi.    

  Raytah  ریطه Daughter of Hurays, and a narrator of Hadith.    

  Raytah  ریطه Daughter of Hurayth, and a narrator of Hadith.    

  Razana  رزانه Calm, composure, self-possession.    

  Razia  راضیه Satisfied, content, well-pleased; fem. of Razi.    

  Razina  رزینه Calm, composed, self-possessed; fem. of Razin.

Raziqa  رازقه One who feeds others, feeder.    

  Raziya  رضیه Delighted, satisfied, contended, pleased; fem. of Razi.    

  Razwa  رضوٰی� Name of a mountain in Madina.    

  Resham  ریشم Silk, softness.    

  Rida  ردا Sheet of cloth, veil, covering.    

  Rifa  رفاء Happiness, prosperity.    

  Rifat  رفعت Dignity, exaltation, high rank, high standing.    

  Rifqa  رفقهKindness, gentleness, company, companionship. Wife of the Prophet ishaq.

   

  Rihab  رحاب Pl. of Rahbbah, vastness, expanse.    

  Riham  رھام Light rain, drizzle    

  Rim  ریم White gazelle, antelope.    

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  Rima  ریمه White, gazelle, antelope.    

  Riqbah  ربقه Name of the wife of Prophet Ishaq AS.    

  Riyaz  ریاض Pl. of Rawza, garden.    

  Riza  رضا Pleasure.    

  Rizeen  رزین Dignity, heavy and precious thing, souvenir.    

  Rizwan  رضوانSatisfaction, acceptance, pleasure, contentment, name of the gate-keeper of paradise.

   

  Rizwana  رضوانه Fem. of Rizwan, .    

  Robeena  روبینه Happy, girl.    

  Roha  روحه Soul, life.

Roheen  روهین Iron.    

  Rohi  روحی Life, soul    

  Roobi  روبی Ruby, pearl.    

  Roshan  روشن Bright.    

  Roshni  روشنی Light.    

  Rozinah  روزینه Daily wages, pension, reward.    

  Rua ٰی� ٶر   Pl. of Ruya, vision.    

  Ruba  ربی� Pl. of Rubwa, Rabwa, hill.    

  Rubaba  ربابه A two stringed musical instrument.    

  Ruban  ربن Pl. of Rubwa, hill.    

  Rubay  ربیعShe was the daughter of Muawwiz and a companion of the Propphet PBUH from her young age.

   

  Rubina  روبینا Face reader.    

  Rufayah  رفیعه An early student of Hadith.    

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  Rufayda  رفیدهShe was a female companion who performed surgery on the injured in a tent setup in the mosque.

   

  Ruhaniya  روحانیه Spirituality.    

  Ruhiya  روحیه Spiritual.    

  Ruhm  رھم She was the daughter of al-Aswad and a narrator of Hadith.    

  Ruhma  رحمٔا Kind, merciful.    

  Rukhaylah  رخیله This is also a male name.    

  Rukhsanah  رخسانه    

Rukhsar  رخسار Cheeks    

  Rukhsara  رخساره Loving, charming face, beautiful.    

  Rukhshana  رخشانه Bright, brilliant, shining.    

  Rumaysa  رمیصاء She was Umm Sulaym and a narrator of Hadith.    

  Rumayta  رمیتهThe daughter of al-Hadis bin al-Tufayl al-Azdiyah was known by this name; she was a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Rumman  رمان Pl. of Rummana, pomegranate.    

  Rummana  رمانه Pomegranate.    

  Ruqa  روقه Pretty, beautiful.    

  Ruqayqah  رقیقه A name of some prominent women.    

  Ruqayya  رقیهCharming, attractive, captivating. Daughter of Muhammad(s) married to Khalifa Usman.

   

  Ruqya  رقیه Charm, spell.    

  Rushda  رشدٰی� Most rightly guided.    

  Rushdiya  رشدیهRightly guided, on the right way, following the right path; fem. of Rushdi.

   

  Ruwaa  رواء Beauty, grace, prettiness, comeliness, pleasing appearance.    

  Ruwaida  رویدا Walking gently.    

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  Ruya یه ٶر   Seeing, viewing, looking.    

  Ruyaa یا ٶر   Dream, vision.    

  Ruzaynah  رزینه Name of the freed slave-girl of Sayyidah Safiyah RA wife of the Prophet PBUH.

Saadat  سعادت Blessing.    

  Saaida  ساعده Branch, tributary.    

  Saaiqa  صاعقه Lightning.    

  Saara  سارهWife of the Prophet Ibrahim and mother of the Prophet Ismail.    

  Saat  ساعت Moment, time, occasion.    

  Saba  سبا Queen saba, queen sheba.    

  Saba  صبا East wind.    

  Sabah  صباح Morning, dawn.    

  Sabahat  صباحه Beauty, gracefulness, handsomeness.   

  Sabat  ثبات Firmness, stability, certainty, endurance, boldness, truth.    

  Sabeeha  صبیحه Beautiful, handsome, morning.    

  Sabeen  سبین Both the worlds.    

  Sabeera  صبیره Patient, tolerant; fem. of Sabeer.    

  Sabha  صبحی�Pretty, beautiful, graceful, radiant; fem. of Sabah.    

  Sabia  سابیه Captivating, enchanting, charming.    

  Sabih  صبیح Pretty, beautiful, graceful.    

  Sabiha  صابحهComing or arriving in the morning; fem. of Sabih.    

  Sabina  سبینا Small sword.    

  Sabiqa  سابقه First, winner; fem. of Sabiq.    

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  Sabira  صابره Patient, tolerant; fem. of Sabir.

Sabita  ثابته Well established, certain, sure; fem. of Sabit.    

  Sabooha  سبوحه Pure, chaste.    

  Sabqat  سبقت Supremacy.    

  Sabrina  سبرینه Princess, daughter of the king.    

  Sabriya  صبیره Patient; fem. of Sabri.    

  Sabuh  صبوح Shining, brilliant.    

  Sabura  صبوره Very patient, enduring.    

  Sadaf  صدف Shell, Oyster.    

  Sadaqat  صداقت Truth.    

  Sadat  سعادت Happiness, bliss, felicity, success.    

  Sadeeqa  صدیقه Friend, companion; fem. of Sadiq.    

  Sadi  سعدٰیDaughter of Awf al-Muruyyah and wife of Talhah bin UbaydAllah, she was a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Sadida  سدیدهCorrect, right, sound, appropriate; fem. of Sadid.    

  Sadiqa  صادقهTrue, truthful, honest, sincere, faithful, veracious, devoted; fem. of Sadiq.

   

  Sadiya  سعدیهHappiness, luck, blissful, fortunate; fem. of Sadi.    

  Sadoof  صدوف Name of a poetess.    

  Sadooh  صدوح Singer, singing.    

  Saduq  صدوق Honest, truthful, sincere, trustworthy.    

  Saeeda  سعیده Happy, lucky; fem. of Saeed.    

  Safa  صفا A hill near the sacred Kaaba; stone, rock.    

Safaa  صفاء Purity, clarity, serenity.    

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  Safeenah  سفینهShp; Name of a narrator of Hadith, daughter of Muhammad bin Fadl (men are also so named)

   

  Safeerah  سفیره Messenger, Ambassador.    

  Safia  صافیه Pure, clear, crystal; fem. of Saafi.    

  Safira  سافره Traveller.    

  Safiya  صفیه

Pure, righteous, untroubled, serene, the most valuable portions of the spoils of battle, sincere and honest friend; fem. of Safi.

   

  Safura  صافورا Wife of the Prophet Musa.    

  Safwa  صفوهThe best part, elite, top, prime, flower.    

  Saghira  صغیره Small, slender, tender.    

  Sahab  سحاب Clouds.    

  Sahar  سحر Early dawn, early morning.    

  Sahibah  صاحبه Colleague.    

  Sahimah  سهیمه Partner    

  Sahina  ساحنه    

  Sahira  ساھرهMoon, a spring which flows constantly.    

  Sahla  سھلهSmooth, simple, fluent, soft, facile, easy, even; fem. of Sahl.    

  Saiba  صائبه Straight, pertinent.    

  Saida  صاعده Rising, ascending; fem. of Said.    

  Saima  صائمه Fasting; fem. of Saim.    

  Saira  سائره Traveller    

Sairi  سیرٰی Satisfaction, saturation.    

  Sajida  ساجدهProstrate in worship, bowing in adoration; fem. of Sajid.    

  Sajila  ساجله Determined.    

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  Sajiya  ساجیه Attractive.    

  Sakeeza  سکیزه Fragrance.    

  Sakha  سخاء Generosity, liberality.    

  Sakhawat  سخاوت Generosity.    

  Sakhira  ساخره One who is like a delicate flower.    

  Sakhiya  سخیه Generous, liberal, open handed.    

  Sakina  سکینهCalmness, comfort, ease, tranquillity, repose, serenity, peace of mind.    

  Sakina  ساکینهDaughter of al-Jadi, she was a narrator of Hadith.    

  Salam  سالم Peace, safety, security.    

  Salama  سالمهPeace, safety, security; fem. of Salam.    

  Saleema  سلیمهUnhurt, affable, healthy, without defect, sound, perfect, complete, safe, secure; fem. of Salim.

   

  Salifah  سالفه Previous    

  Saliha  صالحهPious, virtuous, just, a chaste woman, righteous.    

  Salikah  سالکه Following, mystic.    

  Salima  سالمهSafe, secure, perfect, sound, complete; fem. of Salim.    

  Salma  سلم�ی Pacifist, peaceful.    

  Salmah  سلمه Peace, fem. of Salm.    

Salsabil  سلسبیل A spring in paradise.    

  Salwa  سلوٰی� Quail, solace.    

  Salwah  سلوه Comfort, ease, amusement.    

  Sama  سماء Heaven, sky.    

  Samah  سماحGenerosity, bounty, good-heartedness, large-heartedness.    

  Saman  ثمن Price, value.    

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  Saman  سمن Jasmine.    

  Samar  سمرPleasant conversation, evening or nightly conversation.    

  Samarah  سمراءA narrator of Hadith, daughter of Qays al-Ansari.    

  Sameeah  سمیعه Hearing.    

  Sameen  ثمین Costly, precious, valuable.    

  Sameenah  ثمینه Valuable, costly, precious, priceless excellent; fem. of Smeen.    

  Sameenah  سمینه Overweight, fat.    

  Sameera  سمیرهCompanion (in nightly conversation), entertainer (with stories, music etc.) fem. of Samir.

   

  Samia  سامیهEminent, exalted, lofty, elevated, high minded, sublime; fem. of Sami.    

  Samiha  سمیحهGenerous, kind, true, sincere, good-hearted, large-hearted, open-handed; fem. of Samih.

   

  Samim  صمیمSincere, genuine, pure, true, essence, heart.    

  Samima  صمیمه True, sincere, genuine.    

  Samina  سمینهA healthy girl, fertile land without rock and stone.    

  Samiqa  سامقه Lofty, towering.    

Samira  ثامره Fruit-bearing, fruitful, productive; fem. of Samir.    

  Samitah  سامته Mighty.    

  Samrah  ثمره Profit, fruit.    

  Sana  سناءBrilliance, radiance, resplendence, splendour, majestic.    

  Sana  ثناء Praise, commendation, thankfulness, eulogy.    

  Sanad  سند Support, prop, document.    

  Sanam  صنم Beautiful, friend, lover, loved one.    

  Sanaubur  صنوبر Cone bearing tree.    

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  Sangeet  سنگیت Music, rhythm.    

  Saniha  سنیهه Tall and high, bright.    

  Sanina  سنینه Friend, childhood friend.    

  Saniya  سنیهBrilliant, majestic, exalted, eminent, splendid; fem. of Sani.    

  Sanjeeda  سنجیده Weighted, guarded.    

  Saqaafa  ثقافه Wisdom, prudence.    

  Saqat  ثقت Strength, courage, power.    

  Saqiba  ثاقبه Penetrating, piercing, sharp-witted, sagacious, acute; fem. of Saqib.    

  Sara  ثراء Wealth.    

  Sarab  سراب Mirage.    

  Sarahat  صراحت Explanation, detail, paraphrase.    

  Sareea  سریعه Determined.    

Sareema  صریمه Determination, resolution.    

  Sariba  ساربه Loverly.    

  Sarina  سارینا Satisfactory, calm, cool.    

  Sarita  سریتا Intelligent, clever, active.    

  Sariyah  ساریهName of a female companion of the Prophet PBUH.    

  Sarood  سرود Rhythm and ecstasy.    

  Saroor  سرور Happiness, calm, satisfaction.    

  Sarosh  سروشOne who gives good news, unseen voice    

  Sarra  سراءShe was a companion daughter of nabhan al-Ghanawiyah.    

  Sarvia  ثرویه Rich woman, affluent lady.    

  Sarwa  ثروه Fortune, wealth, riches.    

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  Sarwana  ثروانه Of generous and good nature.    

  Sarwar  سرور Chief.    

  Sarwari  سرورٰی Chief ship    

  Sarwat  ثروت Wealth.    

  Sarya  ثریا Name of a pious woman.    

  Sasha  ساشا Helper, assistant, supporter.    

  Sataish  ستائش Praise.    

  Satila  ساطله Royal.    

  Sauda  سودهLeadership, the narrator of five Ahadith: Syeda Sauda bint Zam'aa RA    

Sawab  ثواب Reward. Name of an early poetess.    

  Sawda  سوداءDaughter of Aasim bin Khalid bin Dirar al-Qarshiyah, she was a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Sawdah  سوده Black.    

  Sawera  سویرا Dawn, early morning.    

  Sayida  سیدهChief, leader, lady, Mrs; fem. of Sayyid.    

  Sayida  سیدهLeader, epithet of Hazrat Fatima (A.S.)    

 Sayidatun Nisa

سیدهالنساء

  Chief of woman.    

  Sayyah  صیاح Fragrance.    

  Seerat  سیرت Character, life-story.    

  Sehrish  سحرش Glamorous, magical.    

  Shaban  شعبانThe eighth month of the Islamic Calendar.    

  Shabana  شبانه Nocturnal, Famous of the Night.    

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  Shabeehah  شبیھه Picture, Image, like.    

  Shabin  شبین Of Night, music of night.    

  Shabnam  شبنم Dew, a pendant of pearls.    

  Shad  شاد Happy.    

  Shadaab  شاداب Green, fresh, wet, ever-green.    

  Shadan  شادان Happy.    

  Shadia  شادیه Singer.    

  Shadin  شادن Fawn, young deer.    

Shadman  شادمان Glad, cheerful, joyful.    

  Shafaat  شفاعت Recommendation, exoneration.    

  Shafaq  شفق Aurora, morning light.    

  Shaffan  شفان Cool breeze, morning breeze.    

  Shafia  شفیعه Mediatress; fem. of Shafi.    

  Shafiah  شافعه One who recommends.    

  Shafiqa  شفیقهCompassionate, kind-hearted, affectionate, tender, warm-hearted; fem. of Shafiq.

   

  Shafqat  شفقهCompassion, pity, kindness, tenderness.    

  Shagoofa  شگوفه blossom    

  Shagoon  شگون Omen, luck, fortunate, destiny.    

  Shaguftah  شگفته Blooming, happy.    

  Shahaba  شهابه Flame of fire.    

  Shahamat  شهامت Grandeur, bravery, joy.    

  Shahamat  شهامت Bravery, valour.    

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  Shahana  شاھانه Royal, kingly, splendid, magnificent.    

  Shaheeda  شھیدهMartyr in the cause4 of Islam and as such held in very high esteem and honour; fem of .

   

  Shaheen  شاھینA royal white falcon, the beam of scales.    

  Shaheenah  شاھینه Falcon.    

  Shaheera  شھیرهFamous, eminent, renowned; fem. of Shahir.    

  Shahida  شاھدهMartyr in the cause of Islam and as such held in very high esteem and honour; fem. of Shaheed.

   

Shahiqa  شاھقهHigh, towering, lofty, tall; fem. of Shahiq.    

  Shahla  شھالءHaving grey eyes with a shade of red, a species of the narcissus flower.

   

  Shahnaz  شھناز A musical note, name of a melody.    

  Shahra  شهره Gift, souvenir.    

  Shahrbano  شھربانو Lady of the city.    

  Shahrin  شھرینMonth. Shahrin, the fully inflected form of Shahr appears in verse 3 of surat al-Qadr (no. 97).

   

  Shahrzadah  شھرزاده offspring of the city    

  Shahzadi  شاھزادٰی Princess.    

  Shaiba  شیبه A variety of Artemisia.    

  Shaima  شیماءDaughter of Halima, the wet nurse of the Prophet Muhammad.    

  Shaira  شاعرهPoetess, endowed with deep insight or intuition; fem. of Shair.    

  Shaista  شائستهCultured, courteous, urbane, civilized    

  Shaistah  شائسته Polite, Courteous.    

  Shajarah  شجره

Tree; This was the name of a famous queen of Islam, she was Shajarah al-Durr, and known as Umm Khaleel al-Salihiyah.

   

 Shajaratuddurr  شجرهالدر

The tree of pearls, name of an Egyptian Shajratuddur queen.    

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  Shajeea  شجیعهCourageous, bold, brave; fem. of Shaji.    

  Shakila  شکیلهWell formed, beautiful; fem. of Shakil.    

  Shakira  شاکرهThankful, grateful, contented; fem. of Shakir.    

  Shakufa  شکوفه Blossom, opening bud.    

  Shakura  شکوره Thankful, grateful; fem. of Shakur.  

Shama  شمع Candle, Light, Flame.    

  Shamail  شمائل Virtues; pl. of Shamila.    

  Shamailah  شمائله Good traits excellent disposition.    

  Shamamah  شمامه Fragrance.    

  Shameela  شمیلهNatural disposition, character quality, virtue, a young shoot, a bud.    

  Shamikh  شامخ High, lofty, towering.    

  Shamila  شامله Complete, comprehensive.    

  Shamim  شمیم Perfume, scent.    

  Shamima  شمیمه Sweet smell, flavour.    

  Shamira  شمیره Experienced, expert, hard worker.    

  Shamma  شمه Pinch (of snuff).    

  Shams  شمس Sun.    

  Shamsa  شمسه Golden moon.    

  Shamshad  شمشادTall and upright tree, box tree, graceful figure.    

  Shamsun Nahar شمسالنھار

  Sun of the day.    

  Shamsun Nisa شمسالنسا

  The sun of Women    

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  Shamuda  شموده Diamond.    

  Shaqiqa  شقیقه Full sister.    

  Shaqra  شقراءBlond, fair-haired, fair-complexioned; fem. of Ashqar.    

  Sharaf  شرفNobility, high rank, eminence, distinction, honour.  

Shareekah  شریکه Partner.    

  Sharfa  شرفاء Most noble, gentle, urbane.    

  Sharia  شاریه Princess, Daughter of the King.    

  Sharifa  شریفهNoble, eminent, honourable, highborn; fem. of Sharif.    

  Shariqah  شارقه Shining.    

  Sharmin  شرمن Shy, bashful, modest, coy.    

  Shasa  شعثاءShe was the daughter of Abdullah al-Asdiyah, and a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Shasun Nahar شمسالنھار

  Sun of the day.    

  Shayma  شیماء Proper name. Daughter of Halima.    

  Shaza  شزٰی Aroma, fragrance.    

  Shazia  شازیه Wonderous, strange, wonderful.    

  Sheeba  شیبا Infatuated, demented, loony.    

  Sheen  شین Beautiful, pretty, good, loved one.    

  Shifa  شفاءcure, healing, satisfaction, gratification    

  Shimaa  شماع Mirth, joy, ecstasy, gladness.    

  Shirin  شیرین sweet, pleasant, gracious, delicate    

  Shiyaaj  شیاج Endeavour, strife, hardwork.    

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  Shola  شعله flame, blaze    

  Shua  شعاع Rays of sun light.    

  Shuaila  شعیله Burning candle.    

Shuhrat  شھرت fame, renown    

  Shukr  شکر thanks, gratitude, gratefulness    

  Shumaylah  شمیله

The first woman in Islam who wore coloured garments was shumaylah; wife of al-Abbas and she was also the first to prepare perfume.

   

  Shumaysah  شمیسهShe was a narrator of Hadith, daughter of Aziz al-Atakiyah.    

  Shuqra  شقراء fair-complexioned, blonde    

  Shurafa  شرفاء Noble.    

  Siddiqa  صدیقهrighteous, very truthful, honest; fem. of Siddiq    

  Sidra  سدرهThe Lotus - tree at the farthest boundary in paradise    

  Sifoor  سیفور Exalted.    

  Silma  سلمه peace; fem. of Silm    

  Silmi  سلمی peaceful    

  Sima  سیماء Sign of prostration on the face    

  Simaab  سیماب Mercury, silver.    

  Simin  سیمین silvery, made of Silver    

  Simra  سمره Paradise, heaven, sky.    

  Sireen  سیرینShe was the daughter of Ibn Abdullah Ibn Masood and a narrator of Hadith from the Prophet PBUH.

   

  Sitara  ستاره veil, screen, curtain    

  Sobiya  ثوبیه Nurse of Prophet PBUH.    

  Sonia  سونیا Intelligence, Intellect, Smart.    

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  Suad  سعاد happiness, good fortune    

Subaha  صباحه beautiful, graceful    

  Subayah  سبیعه Daughter of al-Harish al-Aslamiyah.    

  Subaytah  ثبیته Brave.    

  Subh  صبح dawn, aurora, morning    

  Subhana  سبحانه Pure, chaste, fine, nice, good.    

  Sufia  صوفیا Intelligence, sharpness.    

  Sufia  صوفیه Pupil women, intellectual    

  Sufiya  صوفیه A mystic, someone believing in Sufi.    

  Sughra  صغرٰی� Small, slender, tender.    

  Suha  سھا Dim star in Ursa Minor.    

  Suhaila  سھیله Canopus.    

  Suhaima  سھیمه Small arrow.    

  Suhair  سھیر Proper name.    

  Suhaira  سهیره Beautiful, pretty.    

  Sujah  سجاح Civilization.    

  Sukaina  سکینه Diminutive of Sakina, calmness.    

  Sulafa  سالفه Choicest, (wine).    

  Sulaima  سلیمی Diminutive of Salma, beloved.    

  Sultana  سلطانهQueen, woman ruler, wife of a Sultan; fem. of Sultan.    

  Sultana  سلطانه Queen, female of a king.

Sulwa  سلوهComfort, ease, amusement, solace.    

  Sumamah  ثمامه A writer and a poetess daugter of Abdullah bin Sawar al-Basari.    

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  Sumanah  سمانهShe was the daughter of Hamdan bin Musa al-Anbariyah and a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Sumaya  سمیه Diminutive of Samia, high.    

  Sumayrah  سمیره Brownish.    

  Sumaytah  صمیتهShe was a companion and she was al-haysiah.    

  Sumbal  سنبل A fragrant weed.    

  Suml  ثمل Name of an early distinguished woman.    

  Sumnah  سمنه A name of an Arab girl.    

  Sunat  سنتWay, method, Prophet's (PBUH) way of life.    

  Sunbula  سنبله Ear of corn.    

  Sundus  سندس Silk brocade.    

  Surayya ثریه  ثریاThe Pleiades, cluster of seven brilliant stars in Taurus, a wealthy lady, lustre, chandelier.

   

  Susan  سوسن Lily of the valley, iris.    

  Suwaybah  ثویبه Name of one of the wet-nurses of the Prophet PBUH.    

  Suwaydah  سویدهDaughter of Jabir, she was a narrator of Hadith.  

Taadeel  تعدیل Moderation, equality, neutrality.    

  Taalea  طالعه Fortunate    

  Taaliah  طالعه Lucky, fortunate, fortune, destiny.    

  Taaqul  تعاقل Wise thought.    

  Taasees  تاسیس Inception, foundation.    

  Tabalah  تبالهShe was the daughter of Yazid (Called by some as Bunanah); she was a narrator of Hadith.

   

  Taban  تابان Glittering, splendid.    

  Tabassum  تبسم Smile, happiness.    

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  Tabeedah  تابیده Complex, zigzag, curling.    

  Tabeen  تابین Followers.    

  Tabina  تابینه Enlighting, sparkling.    

  Tabinda  تابنده Bright.    

  Taghrid  تغرید Singing, cooing.    

  Tahani  تھانی Pl. of Tahniat, congratulation, felicitation, well-wishing.    

  Tahira  طاھرهChaste, pure, pious, clean; fem. of Tahir.    

  Tahiya  تحیه Greeting, salutation, cheer, welcome.    

  Tahkeem  تحکیم Power, rule.    

  Tahleem  تحلیم Beauty, decoration, pomp and show.    

  Tahmina  تھمینه Wife of the famous Persian hero Rustam and mother of Sohrab.    

  Tahseen  تحسینAdornment, ornament, decoration, embellishment, betterment, praise, beautification.

   

Tahseenah  تحسینه Acclaim.    

  Taiba  تائبه One who refrains from evil-doings; repentant; fem. of Taib.    

  Taif  طیف Vision, spectre.    

  Taisir  تیسیر Felicitation.    

  Taj  تاج Crown.    

  Tajmeel  تجمیل Decoration, beauty, show.    

  Tajweed  تجوید Praise of Allah, hymn.    

  Takreem  تکریم Respect, honour, sanctity.    

  Talat  طلعت Face, Sight    

  Talbashah  طلبشهA narrator of Hadith, daughter of Kab bin Maalik.    

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  Talhah  طلحهHer Kuniyah was Umm Ghurab and she was a narrator of Hadith.    

  Tali  طالع Rising star, rising.    

  Taliba  طالبهStudent, seeker, pursuer; fem. of Talib.    

  Tamanna  تمنی� To wish, to desire, to hope.    

  Tamanni  تمنی Wish, wishing (for), desire.    

  Tamazur  تماضر Brilliant, whiteness.    

  Tameemah  تمیمه Name of a poetess, Ahban al-Absiyah.    

  Tameemiya  تمیمیها Perfection.    

  Tameen  تامین Protection, patronage, care.    

  Tameez  تمیز Distinction, difference, manner.    

Tamkeen  تمکین Honour, place, status, show.    

  Tamseel  تمثیل Example, allegory, parable.    

  Tanjia  تنجیه Rescue, salvation, deliverance.    

  Tanweer  تنویر Illumination, lighting.    

  Tanzila  تنزیلهRevelation, sending down; fem. of Tanzil, revelation, sending down; fem. of Tanzil.

   

  Taqadus  تقدس Sactity.    

  Taqiya  تقیه God-fearing, devout, pious; fem. of Taqi.    

  Tara  تارا Star.    

  Taraab  طراب Joy & sorrow.    

  Tarannum  ترنم Singing.    

  Tarib  طرب Lively, gleeful, merry.    

  Tarifa  بریفه Rare, exquisite thing or object.    

  Tariqah  طارقهThis was the name of the freed slave of Labeet of the family of the    

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princess of al-Qays bin Zayd.

  Tarneem  ترنیم Rhythm, voice.    

  Taroob  طروب Lively, gleeful, merry.    

  Tasiyah �اسیه  ت Consolation, comfort.    

  Taslima  تسلیمه Greeting, salutation; fem. of Taslim.    

  Tasmeekh  تسمیخ Living in fragrance.    

  Tasmeem  تسمیم Strong, durable, long lasting.    

  Tasmin  تسمین She who fulfills.  

Tasneema  تسنیمه A spring in Paradise.    

  Tasnim  تسنیم A spring in paradise.    

  Tasweeb  تصویب Justification, truth.    

  Taufeeq  توفیق Instruction, courage, daring.    

  Taufeer  توفیر Obundance, excess.    

  Tauqeer  توقیر Respect, honour.    

  Tawaddud  توددEndearment, showing love or affection to, gaining the love of another.

   

  Tawfiqa  توفیقهProsperity, good luck, good-fortune, success (granted by Allah); fem. of Tawfiq.

   

  Tawoos س ٶطا   Peacock.    

  Taybah  طیبه Pure.    

  Tayyiba  طیبهGood, good-natured, sweet, agreeable, generous, good-tempered; fem. of Tayyib.

   

 Tayyibatun Nisa  طیبهانساء Good-natured (one) of the women.    

  Tazima  تعظیمه Glorification, exaltation, honour, fem. of Tazim.    

  Tazkia  تزکیه To purify, to clean, to spiritualize.    

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  Tazmeen  تظمین One who adds, combines, mixes.    

  Tehreem  تحریمتا Forbidden state, respect, sanctity.    

  Tehzeeb  تهزیب Civilization, etiquette.    

  Tiba  طیبه Goodness, good nature.    

  Tirana  ترانه Son, anthem.    

  Tooba  طوب�ی Good news.    

Trana  ترانه Melody, song.    

  Tufaylah  طفیله

This was the name of the freed slave of al-Waleed bin Abdullah; she transmitted Hadith from Sayyidah Ayshah RA.

   

  Tuhfa  تحفه Gift, present.    

  Tulayhah  طلیحهDaughter of Rabiah bin al-Harish she narrated Hadith from Sayyidah Ayshah RA.

   

  Turfa  طرفه Rarity, rare object, novelty.

Ubayda  عبیدهFemale servant of lower rank; fem. of Ubayd.    

  Udaysah  عدیسهThis was the name of the narrator of Hadith, daughter of Ahban al-Ghifariyah.

   

  Udoola  عدوله Justified.    

  Ula  علی� High rank, prestige, glory.    

  Ulfat  الفت Friendship, intimacy, love, attachment.    

  Ulya  علیا Higher, highest; fem. of Ala.    

  Umaira  عمیره Living a long life, living long.    

  Umama  امامهProper name. Name of grand daughter of the Prophet Muhammad.

   

  Umarah  عمارهName of a Sahabi who took part in the battle of Badr.    

  Umayma  امیمه Diminutive of Umm, mother.    

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  Umaynah  امینهDaughter of Anas bin Malik. She had this name and had narrated Hadith.

   

  Umayrah  امیره She was the daughter of Alqamah.    

  Umayyah  امیه She was a narrator of Hadith.    

  Umm  امMother. Used as an attributive, to make a compound of which the first part is Umm.

   

  Umm Abaan ابان  ام Name of a Sahabiyah RA.    

  Umm Fakeeh فکیه  ام Name of a Sahabiyah RA.    

  Umm Haraam حرام  ام Name of a Sahabiyah RA.    

  Umm Khalid خالد  ام Name of a Sahabiyah RA.    

  Umm Rabeeah ربیعه  ام Name of Sahabiyah RA.    

  Umm Shareek شریک  ام Name of a Sahabiyah RA.    

Umm Sulaim سلیم  ام Name of a Sahabiyah RA.    

  Umm Umarah عماره  ام Name of a Sahabiyah RA.    

  Umm Warqah ورقه  ام Name of a Sahabiyah RA.    

  Umm Yousuf یوسف  ام Name of Sahabiyah RA.    

  Umm-e-Ayman ایمن  ام Mother of the blessed.    

  Umm-e-Fazl فضل  ام Mother of favour, bounty.    

 Umm-e-Habiba حبیبه  ام

Wife of the Prophet Muhammad. Her name is Ramla; Umm Habiba is her Kunya (nickname) after the name of her daughter habiba.

   

  Umm-e-Hani ھانی  ام Name of the daughter of Abu Talib and sister of Ali (RA).    

 Umm-e-Kulsoom کلثوم  ام Mother of favour, bounty.    

 Umm-e-Kulsum کلثوم  ام

Daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, married to Khalifa Usman (uthman) after the death of her sister Ruqayya.

   

  Umm-e-Rooman رومان  ام Name of the sacred wife of first

Khalifa Abu Bakr (RA) mother of    

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Hazrat Ayesha (RA).

 Umm-e-Rumman رمان  ام Mother of Ayesha (wife of the

Prophet Muhammad).    

  Umm-e-Salma سلمی�  ام Name of the beloved mother of first Khalifa Abu Bakr (RA).    

 Umm-e-Salmah سلمه  ام Wife of Muhammad, Her name was

Hind.    

  Ummid  امید Hope.    

  Ummul Fazal الفضل  ام Name of a Sahabiyah RA.    

  Umniya  امنیه Wish, desire, hope.    

  Umrah  عمرهPilgrimage to Makkah other than regular hajj days.    

  Unaysah  انیسه Friendly, affable.    

  Unquda  عنقوده Bunch of grapes.    

Urooba  عروبهWoman who loves her husband.    

  Urooj  عروج Height, exaltation.    

  Uroosa  عروسه Bride, heroine.    

  Urwa  عروهSupport, handhold. Description of Ayesha by Muhammad.    

  Ushna  اشنه Fragrant.    

  Utaybah  عتیبهA narrator of Hadith and daughter of Abdul Malik had this name.    

  Uzma  عظمی�Greatest, more magnificent, more glorious; fem. of Azam.

Wadad  وداد Love, friendship.    

  Waddia  ودیه Amicable, friendly.    

  Wadi  ودیع Gentle, calm.    

  Wadida  ودیده Attached, devoted, friendly, fond.    

  Wafa  وفاء Faithfulness, fidelity, loyalty, faith.    

  Wafeeqa  وفیقه Successful; fem. of Wafiq.    

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  Wafia  وافیه Faithful, loyal.    

  Wafiqa  وافقه Successful.    

  Wafiya  وفیهTrue, trustworthy, reliable, loyal, faithful, perfect, complete; fem. of Wafi.

   

  Wahabah  وھیبه This was the name of a poetess.    

  Waheebah  وھیبه One who gives.    

  Waheeda  وحیده One, exclusive, unique, matchless, singular; fem. of Wahid.    

  Wahiba  واھبه Giver.    

  Wahida  واحده One of its kind.    

  Waiya  واعیه Guardian, watchguard, protector.    

  Wajahat  وجاھت Respect.    

  Wajee  وجیه Happy, jolly, pleasant.    

  Wajeeda  وجیده One who is noble.    

  Wajida  واجده Achiever, excited, finder, lover; fem. of Wajid.    

  Wajiha  وجیھه High, eminent, distinguished, honoured, well-esteemed, illustrious, fem. of Wajih.    

Wajna  وجنه Happy, jolly, pleasant.    

  Wakalat  وکالت Advocacy.    

  Wakeela  وکیله Agent.    

  Walia  ولیه Friendly.    

  Walidah  ولیده Newborn child.    

  Walihah  والھه Name of a poetess of the past.    

  Waliyah  ولیه Friend.    

  Wallada  والده Prolific, fertile, fruitful.    

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  Wania  وانیا Gift of Allah    

  Waqar  وقار Dignity.;    

  Waqeea  وقیعه Respected.    

  Waraqa  وراقه Rich, paper-made.    

  Wardah  ورده Rose, deep red colour, Colour of rose.    

  Warisa  وارثه Heiress.    

  Warqah  ورقه Petal of a flower.    

  Wasama  وسامه Beauty, gracefulness, prettiness.    

  Waseefah  وصیفه Female servant; Maid-in-waiting.    

  Waseema  وسیمه Beautiful, pretty, charming.    

  Washida  واشده Bloomed, fresh.    

  Washma  وشمه Cultured.

Wasia  واسعه Expansionist, vast, spacious.    

  Wasifa  واصفه Praiser    

  Wasifi  واصفی Praiseworthy.    

  Wasila  وصیله Inseparable friend.    

  Wasima  وسیمهBeautiful, pretty, graceful, handsome of face, goodly, elegant; fem. of Wasim.

   

  Wasiqa  واثقه Confident, sure, certain; fem. of Wasiq.    

  Wasma  واسماء A pretty face, beautiful, graceful.    

  Wasna  وسناءA narrator of Hadith, daughter of Abdur Rahman al-Muqaddasi was so named.

   

  Wazeerah  وزیره Female minister.    

  Widad  وداد Love, friendship.    

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  Wijdan  وجدان Ecstasy, sentiment.    

  Wisal  وصال Communion in love.    

  Wisam  وسام Decoration, medal, badge of honour.    

Ya'laa  یعال Exalted, high. Name of a Sahabi RA.    

  Yakta  یکتا Unique, incomparable.    

  Yalqoot  یلقوطAn early philanthropic woman of Damascus who gave much in charity.

   

  Yaqoot  یاقوت Ruby, sapphire, topaz.    

  Yariqa  یارقه Bright, white, fair, good-looking.    

  Yasharah  یشعره Intelligent, precious stone.    

  Yasim  یاسم Jasmine.    

  Yasira  یاسره Rich woman.    

  Yasmeenah  یاسمینه Sweet-smelling flower.    

  Yasmin یسمین /یاسمین

  The flower called jasmine.    

  Yumna  یمنی� Right-hand, right, fortunate, lucky, blessed; fem. of Ayman.    

  Yumnah  یمنه Happiness, success; fem. of Yumn.    

  Yusayrah  یسیره Easy.    

  Yusra  یسرٰی� Left-hand side, state of ease.    

  Yusra  یسرٰی Easy; the left side.    

Zaaminah  ضامنهOne who stands surety for another one who helps.    

  Zabiyah  ظبیهShe was the daughter of al-Barra bin Maroor; she reported Hadith from the Prophet PBUH.

   

  Zabreen  زبرین Dominant, exalted, upright.    

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  Zabya  ظبیه Female gazelle.    

  Zafeera  ضفیراOne who is a source of success, a successful lady.    

  Zafeerah  ظفیره Firm.    

  Zafira  ظافرهVictorious, triumphant, successful, winner, conqueror; fem. of Zafir.    

  Zaghlula  زاغلوله Young pigeon; fem. of Zaghlul.    

  Zahabia  زھبیه Golden, precious.    

  Zaheen  ذهین Clever, fast, intelligent, sharp.    

  Zaheera  ظھیرهHelper, supporter, protector, patron; fem. of Zahir.    

  Zahia  زاهیه Pious, noble, grand, great.    

  Zahida  زاھده Devout, ascetic, a hermit, self-denying.    

  Zahira  زاھره Bright, brilliant, shining, luminous, distinguished, lofty.    

  Zahra  زھراء Bright, brilliant, radiant, shining, luminous; fem. of Azhar.    

  Zahrah  زھره Flower, blossom, beauty.    

  Zahratun Nisaزھرهالنسا

ء  Flower of women.    

  Zaib  زیب Beauty.    

  Zaida  زائده Increasing, exceeding, excessive, growing, surplus; fem. of Zaid.    

  Zaima  زعیمه Leader.    

Zain  زین Beauty, grace. Zayn un Nisa was a literary lady of her times.    

  Zaina  زینه Fem. of Zayn; embellishment, adornment, decoration, ornament.    

  Zainab  زینبName of a beautiful tree exuding fragrance. Names of two wives and one daughter of the Prophet Muhammad and one daughter of Khalifa Ali.

   

  Zairah  زائره Visitor.    

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  Zaitoon  زیتون Olive.    

  Zaitun  زیتون The olive tree or the olive fruit.    

  Zaituna  زیتونه Olive; fem. of Zaytun.    

  Zakira  ذاکره One who glorifies or eulogises Allah; fem. of Zakir.    

  Zakira  ذاکره One who speaks of, speaker.    

  Zakiya  ذکیه Intelligent, bright, brilliant, sharp-witted.    

  Zakiyya  زکیه Pure, chaste, sinless, fem. of Zaki.    

  Zalfa  ذلفاءThis was the name of a distinguished woman of her times, she was Hajib known as Umm al-Hajib Abdul Malik.

   

  Zameelah  زمیله Companion.    

  Zamurd  زمرد A narrator of Hadith wife of Abu Hayyan al-Kasir was so named.    

  Zamzam  زمزم The name of a spring in Arabia.    

  Zaqawat  ذکاوت Wisdom, sharpness, prudence.    

  Zara  زارا Dawn, morning    

  Zarafat  ظرافت Wit, humour, wisdom, prudence.    

  Zareefa  ظریفه Elegant, witty, graceful; fem. of Zarif.    

  Zarin  زرین Golden.    

Zarina  زرینه Golden.    

  Zarma  ضرمه Captivating.    

  Zarqa  زرقاء Bluish green (eyes).    

  Zarrah  ذرهShe was a narrator of Hadith who reported from the Prophet PBUH and Sayyidah Ayshah RA.

   

  Zayb  زیب Adornment.    

  Zeb Ara آرا  زیب Adorning ornament.    

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  Zeb-un-Nisa زیب

النساء  Adornment of women.    

  Zeba  زیبا Pretty, beautiful.    

  Zerada  زراده Gold maker.    

  Ziba  ظباء Pl. of Zaby, gazelle.    

  Zinaat  زینات Pl. of Zinat, ornament.    

  Zinat  زینت Adornment, ornament, decoration, elegance, beauty.    

  Zinat-un-Nisa زینت

النساء  Ornament of women.    

  Zinia  زینیا Name of a flower.    

  Zinneerah  زنیره Name of a Sahabiyah RA.    

  Ziyada  زیاده Increase, addition, surplus, superabundance.    

  Ziyan  زیان Ornament, decoration.    

  Zoreed  زوریدOne who meets, one with strong intentions, one with decisiveness, distance, gap.

   

  Zoya  زویا Life, age.    

  Zubaah  ضباعهName of a Sahaabiyyah, daughter of the uncle of the Holy Prophet PBUH.    

Zubaida  زبیدهDiminutive of Zubda, butter, cream. Elite, choicest part, quintessence, essence, prime, flower.

   

  Zubdah  زبده Butter.    

  Zuha  ضحی Brightness, early morning.    

  Zuhaira  زھیره Floret, small flower.    

  Zuhra  زھره Venus, brilliancy, brightness, flower.    

  Zuhur  زھور Pl. of Zahrah, flower.    

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  Zulaikha  زلیخاWife of the king of Egypt (Pharaonic age) who was attracted by the beauty of the Prophet Yusuf/Joseph.

   

  Zulfa  زلفاء Having a small and finely chiselled nose.    

  Zurafa  ظرفاء Elegant, witty, graceful; fem. of Zarif.