Muslim Names

A popular name among Arabic speaking communities, Hind has several meanings. It could relate to the Arabic name for India, alhind, or refer to a large group of camels, in turn associating it with abundance.

Ultimately a feminization of the very fashionable boys' name Zayn, Zoyna and its ilk, such as Zaina and Zoya, are fairly popular Arabic names for girls in Pakistan and among Muslims in India.

Sabira is an appealing Arabic name that refers to one of the essential Quranic qualities of patients. Sabri is another form of the name that can be used for both girls and boys and has a modern, adorable sound.

An Arabic name with a wise but friendly feel to it, Noha is traditionally a feminine name, however, in the US, it is ranks as gender-neutral. There is the possibility that in the States, some parents might be using it as an alternative to the hugely popular Noah (and Noa), or as a form of the unisex Hebrew name, Nohar.