If you're still unsure about a baby name for your new arrival, how about one of these Muslim boy names with spiritual significance? There are plenty of options to choose from, including old-fashioned boy names and those that sound unique and beautiful.
So, read our list of the top Muslim boy names with meanings and you’re sure to find one the whole family will love. To make things a little easier, we've split our list of name ideas into different categories, including religious, uncommon and nature-themed names.
Traditional Muslim boy names
You can't go wrong with a traditional name. After all, the ones on our list have stood the test of time for a reason.
•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. It’s humble and touching meaning adds to what is already a cool, modern-sounding name.
•Mohammed - Also spelt, 'Muhammed'. This name means praiseworthy and commendable and regularly makes the list of top boys.
•Yusuf - A favourite name for its reference to Surat Yusuf, a prophet who has an entire chapter dedicated to him in the Quran. Meaning God gives, it is an ancient name popular amongst parents.
•Ibrahim - A commonly used name which means 'father of many'.
•Jamal - An old-fashioned Arabic name that has been used all over the world and it means 'beauty'.
•Sulaiman - This traditional Muslim boy name means peaceful. Named after the son of Prophet David and a king given powers by God, it is a popular choice for many parents.
•Nazir - A nice name meaning 'spectator' and 'observant'.
•Emir - Prince and ruler are the meanings behind this name and it was originally a title of nobility.
•Habib - Perfect for the newest member of your family, Habib means loved one. We love how strong this name sounds.
•Farid - This Arabic-originated name is associated with the lucky number is 6. It also means one of a kind which your little one is bound to be.
Popular Muslim boy names
Whether they have celebrity influence or are from a TV show, film or book, it's easy to see why these names are so popular.
•Malik - A popular Muslim baby name, Malik means King. So, if you see a future ruler in your baby, this strong name is perfect.
•Idris - Already a traditional name, this one has been made popular by actor Idris Elba, from Luther and The Wire.
•Barack - As the first name of the 44th President of the United States, Barack has hugely increased in popularity since 2009. Meaning blessing, the name stems from the Arabic ‘baracka’.
•Ahmed - Meaning highly praised, this is the name of several celebrities including Riz Ahmed, an actor and rapper and Ahmed Hassan, an English footballer who's part of the Egypt national team.
•Samir - Easy to nickname, Samir is a popular name in the UK and US. 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!
•Zayn - Meaning beauty and grace, Zayn has burst into baby name popularity following the rise of One Direction superstar, Zayn Malik.
•Xavier - Your little boy could never complain about this stylish yet strong name, one he would share with Professor Xavier from X-Men. Meaning bright, it can be pronounced with or without the X, whichever you prefer!
•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. Not only will your baby be named after a legend, the name also means lion - a strong contender for any baby name debate.
•Khalil - A popular name which means 'friend' and is the name of many celebrities including the American singer and rapper Khalil.
•Shakir - Name your new-born Shakir and you will hopefully parent the most thankful child in history, as Shakir means grateful in Arabic. It is also the masculine form of Shakira, so your boy will share his name with the Latin legend.
•Naeem - We can't think of a better name for your little blessing. It means 'happiness', 'ease' and 'comfort', as well as 'blessing' and 'benevolent'.
•Imran- A popular name in Arabic culture. It means 'happiness'. It's the name of the fictional character Imran Habeeb from 'Coronation Street'.
Religious Muslim boy names
Whether you practice religion and have faith or consider yourself not to have any, these names are full of meaning.
•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. Spell it Rayan if you want something more unique.
•Nuh - This super cute Muslim baby name is known as Noah in the English-speaking world. It is mentioned 43 times in the Quran and therefore has huge religious significance as well as sounding adorable.
•Rohan - A lovely name that is starting to become more popular and it means 'spiritual'.
•Abdul - Meaning 'servant of Allah' or 'servant to God'.
•Jacob - Given to many little boys all over the world, this name has many meanings including 'Gift from God', 'to be behind or follow' and 'to supplant or overreach'.
•Mikail - A sweet name beginning with 'M' which means 'who is like God'.
•Ebrahim - Another spelling twist on a classic name, Ebrahim is a variation on Ibrahim. The Arabic version of Abraham, God’s messenger, this name has special religious significance.
•Tafeef - This is one of those names that has several meanings including, recognition, praise, hymn of God and definition.
•Aabid - This Muslim name means 'Worshipper' and 'Adorer'.
•Jed - A wonderful name if you are after something short and sweet. It's short for Jedidiah, it means 'friend of the Lord' and in Arabic it means 'hand'.
•Aayan - This Islamic boy name means God's gift and it's certainly true that a baby is truly a gift to us parents.
•Yushua - We are obsessed with this Arabic take on Joshua. Not only is it a modern twist on a traditional name, it has a lovely religious meaning: God rescues.
•Taaha - This is the first verse of the surah in the Quran and a nice baby name.
•Ali - Originating from the Arabi word 'aliy', this short name means 'high' and 'exalted'.
•Ibadullah - This means 'worshipers or devoted servants of God'.
•Chishti - Your little one will be named after a saint if they have this name.
•Taajuddin - 'Crown of the religion' is the meaning of this longish name.
Nature-themed Muslim boy names
Those who enjoy spending time in the great outdoors will adore these brilliant name ideas.
•Riaz - If you're a nature lover, Riaz is a lovely option. It has several meanings such as meadow, garden and land with beautiful grass and flowers.
•Aariz - We are obsessed with this beautifully unique name. Meaning ‘rain-bearing cloud’ it might not have the most touching meaning but it is surely the most distinctive, charming name on this list!
•Aafaq - This means horizons - the place where the Earth and sky meet. How cute.
•Talha - A combination of religious and nature-themed meanings, this name means 'fruitful tree from heaven'.
•Syrus - Bright and beautiful, this name translates to sun.
•Haider - If you're after an animal-themed name, this one is perfect as it means 'Lion' and would pair nicely with sibling names like Leo and Nala.
•Zunair - A lovely name for the light of your life that means 'moonlight'.
•Fahed - A feline-inspired name meaning panther and leopard.
•Daysam - Up next is this name which has several meanings including 'black night' and 'extremely dark', as well as 'baby fox' and 'baby bear'.
•Naaim - As well as 'green and fresh', this name means 'peaceful, serene' and 'soft'.
•Qamari - Another name 'Qamar' means moon and so this name stands for 'moonlight, bright and radiant'.
•Charagh - One meaning for this is 'sun' and the others are 'lamp', 'light and 'lantern'.
•Taair - Meaning bird, this name derives from 'altair'.
Uncommon Muslim boy names
Those who are after a less common but equally as beautiful name will love these unique and unusual options.
•Jakeem - One of the more unique Muslim baby names, Jakeem also has a distinctive meaning: raised up. We love this strong, unusual name.
•Umair - Umair means 'one who is intelligent' and isn't very popular, so it's a perfect choice if you want an uncommon name that won't be on the register!
•Rafee - Meaning exalted, the name Rafee is a symbol of high status. An alternate spelling to Rafi, we love how unique this name is.
•Tigran - An uncommon name meaning sharp and slender and fighting with arrows.
•Sufian - Light, fast-moving and nimble is some of the meanings behind this uncommon name.
•Persian - 'Cuts or divides' and 'jewel or gemstone' is the meaning of this unique name.
•Ehab - A wonderful name for your little bundle of joy; it means 'gift or gifting someone'.
•Yagana - This uncommon name literally means 'unique and unprecedented', so what better choice?
•Rashid - Meaning 'tightly guided' and 'having the true faith', this is not used too often, so would make a lovely, special name.
•Qasim - An uncommon name. This means 'generous' or 'one who shares'.
Strong Muslim boy names
Here are some of the names that represent both physical and mental strength. Check them out below.
•Ghakhtalay - An uncommon name which means strong and is ideal for a premature baby.
•Ameer - Meaning a ruler in the Arab world, Ameer is the unusual variation of Amir. Changing up the spelling puts a modern twist on an old classic.
•Iskander - See a future humanitarian in your baby? Iskander means helper of mankind. It’s touching meaning makes it a winner in our books, combined with the fact it sounds so stylish.
•Faiz - Winner and successful are the two main meanings behind this strong name.
•Adeel - Translating as one who acts with justice and fairness, this gorgeous baby boy name just rolls off the tongue.
•Walid - For those more literal parents out there, Walid means newborn. It was the name of the Umayyad caliph who conquered Spain in the 8th century and so is both beautiful and significant.
•Nabeel -If you're after a name beginning with 'N', Nabeel is a fantastic pick as it means 'dexterous noble man' and 'one who is skilled in archery'.
•Aamil - If you want your little one to be hardworking, you'll like the name Aamil as it means 'worker' and 'effective'.
•Waarith - This means master, owner, successor, as well as 'The Supreme inheritor'.
•Abdul - Meaning 'servant of Allah' or 'servant to God'.
•Malik - Ruler, master or King are the meanings behind this strong name.
•Chawish - 'Leader of the tribe' is what this name means.
•Aziz - Strong and powerful are the meanings of this short and sweet name.
•Chabuk - Combining physical strength with mental ability, this means 'active, agile and energetic'. as well as 'clever'.
What name should I call my baby boy?
Still can't decide what name to go for? If none of these Muslim boy names has made it to your list, why not try our baby name generator for more inspiration? We've also got a whole load of unique boy names for you to browse for something a little bit unusual.
Arabella Horspool is a Commercial Content Writer for Mother&Baby at Bauer Media. She's a bookworm who enjoys cooking and spending time with her many pets.