


So, if you see a future ruler in your baby, this strong name is perfect.ġ3) Rafee - Meaning exalted, the name Rafee is a symbol of high status. We love how strong this name sounds.ġ2) Malik - A popular Muslim baby name, Malik means King. Meaning bright, it can be pronounced with or without the X, whichever you prefer!ġ1) Habib - Perfect for the newest member of your family, Habib means loved one. It is also the masculine form of Shakira, so your boy will share his name with the Latin legend.ġ0) Xavier - Your little boy could never complain about this stylish yet strong name, one he would share with Professor Xavier from X-Men. Meaning ‘rain bearing cloud’ it might not have the most touching meaning but it is surely the most distinctive, charming name on this list!ĩ) Shakir - Name your new-born Shakir and you will hopefully parent the most thankful child in history, as Shakir means grateful in Arabic. Spell it Rayan if you want something more unique.Ĩ) Aariz - We are obsessed with this beautifully unique name. We love this strong, unusual name.ħ) Rayyan - A gender-neutral name, Rayyan is the name of one of Islam’s gates of paradise which only observers of Ramadan would enter on the Day of Resurrection. Not only will your baby be named after a legend, the name also means lion - a strong contender for any baby name debate.Ħ) Jakeem - One of the more unique Muslim baby names, Jakeem also has a distinctive meaning: raised up. It was the name of the Umayyad caliph who conquered Spain in the 8th century and so is both beautiful and significant.ĥ) Hamza - A classic Muslim baby boy name, Hamza was the uncle of Prophet Muhammed and the hero of The Hamzanama in the story of Hamza. It means ‘a friend to talk with in the evening’, so your baby will not only have a beautiful name, he may also be a social butterfly!Ĥ) Walid - For those more literal parents out there, Walid means new-born. It’s humble and touching meaning adds to what is already a cool, modern-sounding name.ģ) Samir - Easy to nickname, Samir is a popular name in the UK and US. Meaning God gives, it is an ancient name popular amongst parents.Ģ) Zayd - A twist on the traditional name Zaid, Zayd was the name of a slave whom Muhammad adopted as his son, therefore aptly means growth. Muslim and Islamic names for boysġ) Yusuf - A favourite name for its reference to Surat Yusuf, a prophet who has an entire chapter dedicated to him in the Quran. Still unsure about what to name your new arrival? Whether you want a Muslim baby boy name with spiritual significance or simply one that sounds unique and beautiful, read our list of the top Muslim and Islamic boy names with meanings and you’re sure to find one the whole family will love.
