Muslim Boy Names

This attractive Arabic name is gaining attention 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 distinctive for both genders.

Arabic form of Ezra or Azariah

Hasan is a significant Muslim historical figure — he was the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad and the son of Ali and Fatimah. Shia Muslims consider Hasan a martyr — he died after being poisoned by his wife.

Although popular in the Muslim community as representing one of the 99 qualities of God listed in the Quran, this could be confused with the female Camille.

Adnan in the Muslim religion was an ancestor of Muhammad. More recently, the name was introduced to many Westerners via Adnan Syed, the young man at the center of the sensational Serial podcast.

Short form of the name Anglicized as Saladin, very popular throughout the Arab world.

Kahlil, spelled in various ways, was first brought into the American consciousness by the poet Kahlil Gibran, author of The Prophet.

Commonly used Muslim name, also sometimes chosen to honor Egyptian president Gamal Abdel-Nasser.

Anas is an Arabic name uncommon in the US -- it was given to 130 baby boys last year -- but popular in Spain, England and Wales, Italy, and especially France.

A common form of Muhammad in Turkey, where the spelling Muhammed is also used. In the US, Mehmet is commonly known as the first name of Dr. Oz.

Strong name, with a regal, romantic natural imagery image.

Arshia, also spelled Arshiya, is a name used for both boys and girls mainly in Iran and among Indo-Persians. Nine girls and five boys were named Arshia in the US last year, with another seven girls given the Arshiya spelling.

Arabic form of Joshua

Passé pasha image.

A Muslim Boy name that can have a sweet and amicable meaning — friend, or companion — or a less appealing one — master, or owner.

Arabic or Islamic spelling of Adam

Appealing in part because of its similarity to the likable Omar.