180+ Arabic Girl Names

Raja is a widely-used Arabic or Sanskrit name that works for girls as well as boys. Five baby girls were named Raja and seven given the Rajah spelling in the US last year, where for boys the popularity of the spellings was reversed: 18 Raja to ten Rajah.

A popular Arabic name borne by a famed Lebanese actress and singer, could provide an intriguing alternative to Sarah.

A hardwood tree native to Africa, India and other tropical regions, which bears sweet pod-shaped fruits which are used as a flavoring in many world cuisines, including Indian and Filipino. A rare and intriguing nature name which could honor an ancestral Tammy or Tamar.

An interesting and unusual choice, with a choral feel.

A pretty Arabic possibility which would work well in many languages.

Rashida is an evocative and alluring name, currently represented by Rashida Jones, daughter of Peggy Lipton and Quincy Jones, who has been featured in The Office, Parks & Recreation, and The Social Network.

Attractive Middle Eastern choice used in a variety of spellings.

The original spelling of a name often Anglicized as Anisa was chosen by singer Macy Gray for her daughter.

This more elaborate version of the name is heard occasionally, but Samira or the related Samara is simpler and just as rhythmic.

The name of the Prophet Muhammad's childhood nurse carries special resonance for Muslim parents.

This lovely Arabic name is gaining popularity in the US, used equally for boys and girls. Indeed, its sound (it rhymes with the feminine Tamar but ends with the fashionably masculine -ar sound, as in Oscar) and most logical nickname (Sam) make it a choice that's at once accessible and unsual for both boys and girls.

Singer-actress Queen Latifah -- born Dana Owens -- makes this North African Muslim name sing.

A star in Scorpio whose name would certainly translate into a soft and unusual option for your November baby.

Unusual Arabic name with an inspiring meaning for a baby girl.

Simple, pretty, and delicate.

Twist on the attractive and underused biblical name Keturah.

Could be some disconnect between spelling and pronunciation.

One of the most adaptable of the Middle Eastern names, partly because of its similarity to the western Camilla.