Muslim Names

Also spelled Luqman, Lukman is an Arabic name of unknown meaning. Currently popular in Bosnia and Herzegovina, it is also used in Indonesia and Malaysia.

A popular masculine name in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Amel is a bright and hopeful choice. Figure skater Amel Bureković, retired footballer Amel Mujčinović, and World Championships runner Amel Tuka are notable bearers.

A short but impactful name of Arabic origin, Nidal literally translates to "struggle" in Arabic, however, it can more broadly be interpreted as "warrior", "fighter" or "defense", as in, someone who struggles against strife and discord. Currently popular in Bosnia and Herzegovinia where it re-entered the Top 100 in 2023, it is borne by musician and producer Nidal Mourad, director Nidal Algafari, and Youtuber Nidal Wonder.

This elaboration of the popular Noor and Nur combines the radiant Arabic name with the Persian suffix -an to form a name that suggests the bearer is comparable to light. Nouran and Nurana are alternative forms.

This elaboration of the popular Noor and Nur combines the radiant Arabic name with the Persian suffix -an to form a name that suggests the bearer is comparable to light. Nuran and Nurana are alternative forms.