Somali boy names.
419 names — open any of them for its meaning, sound and story.
Aabid“A devoted worshipper of God”/AA-bid/maleAadan“The first human and a cherished name associated with humanity”/AA-dan/maleAamin“Arabic-derived: faithful, trustworthy, and secure in faith”/AA-min/maleAasim“Arabic-derived: one who protects and safeguards others”/AA-sim/maleAatif“Arabic-derived: compassionate, sympathetic, or kind-hearted.”/AA-tif/maleAbaadir“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/a-ba-DEER/maleAbbas“Arabic-derived: a lion; also associated with strength and courage”/AB-bas/maleAbdi“Arabic-derived: servant of God; a name associated with devotion”/AB-dee/maleAbdijaliil“Servant of the Majestic, a name expressing devotion to God”/ab-di-ja-LEEL/maleAbdinuur“Servant of light, suggesting faith and spiritual radiance”/ab-di-NOOR/maleAbdirahman“Arabic-derived: servant of the Most Merciful”/ab-dee-RAH-man/maleAbdisalam“Arabic-derived: servant of the Source of Peace”/ab-dee-sa-LAM/maleAbdullahi“Arabic-derived: servant of God”/ab-doo-LAH-hee/maleAbshir“Bearer of good news and joyful tidings”/ab-SHEER/maleAbukar“Arabic-derived: a traditional honorific name associated with Abu Bakr; often understood through its Arabic meaning, “father of a young camel””/ah-boo-KAR/maleAdham“Arabic-derived: dark or black, traditionally especially referring to a dark-colored horse.”/AD-ham/maleAdnan“Arabic-derived: a long-established personal name associated with settlement and lineage”/AD-nan/maleAfdal“The best, most excellent, or most virtuous”/AF-dal/maleAfdheer“Traditional Somali name/nickname literally formed from af “mouth” and dheer “long”; thus “long-mouthed/long-tongued,” not broad-foreheaded.”/af-DHAYR/maleAfiif“Pure-hearted and upright”/ah-FEEF/maleAhmed“Arabic-derived: highly praised”/AH-med/maleAkram“Noble-hearted, generous, and distinguished”/AK-ram/maleAlaa“Arabic: loftiness, eminence, exaltedness; also blessings or favors in some usage.”/ah-LAA/anyAli“Arabic-derived: noble and exalted”/AH-lee/maleAmiin“Trustworthy, faithful, and good-hearted”/a-MEEN/maleAmiir“[Arabic-derived] A prince or leader with authority and honor”/a-MEER/maleAmin“Arabic-derived: truthful and trustworthy”/ah-MEEN/maleAmjad“Arabic-derived: most glorious or most noble”/AM-jad/maleAmmar“Arabic-derived: flourishing, prosperous, and full of life”/am-MAAR/maleAnas“A warm companion whose presence brings friendship and ease”/AN-as/maleAnis“Arabic-derived name meaning a warm and companionable friend”/ah-NEES/maleAnwar“Arabic: lights; radiant or more luminous.”/AN-war/maleAqil“[Arabic-derived] Intelligent, thoughtful, and wise”/ah-KEEL/maleAraale“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ah-RAA-leh/maleArif“Arabic-derived: knowledgeable, discerning, and wise”/AH-rif/maleAroor“Somali: dawn, daybreak, or early morning.”/ah-ROOR/anyAsad“Lion-hearted, brave, and strong”/AH-sad/maleAskar“Somali use of askari: soldier; by extension, a serviceman.”/AS-kar/maleAteeq“Arabic-derived: noble, ancient, or freed”/ah-TEEK/maleAtif“Arabic-derived: kind, affectionate, and compassionate”/AH-tif/maleAwale“The firstborn or one who holds a special place at the head of the family.”/ah-WAH-leh/maleAweys“Arabic-derived: a traditional form of Uways, a well-established Islamic personal name”/ah-WAYS/maleAwr“Somali: a male camel, especially an adult male camel.”/OWR/maleAxad“A son born on Sunday”/AH-had/maleAxmed“Arabic-derived: praiseworthy and noble”/akh-med/maleAyaanle“A fortunate person destined for good things”/ah-YAAN-leh/maleAyman“Fortunate, blessed, and guided toward goodness”/EYE-man/maleAyub“Arabic-derived: Job, a patient and steadfast prophet”/AH-yub/maleAziz“Strong, respected, and dearly cherished”/ah-ZEEZ/maleAzzam“[Arabic-derived] Strong-willed and determined”/AZ-zam/maleBadar“Radiant and splendid like the full moon”/BA-dar/maleBahdoon“Somali: prosperity, well-being, or good fortune. Standard Somali spelling is commonly Baxdoon.”/bah-DOON/maleBaraka“Blessed and surrounded by goodness”/ba-RA-ka/maleBarako“Arabic-derived: blessing and divine grace”/bah-RAH-koh/anyBarkhad“[Arabic-derived] Blessed and surrounded by good fortune”/bar-KHAD/maleBarre“Cushitic/Somali: traditionally associated with teaching, learning, and wisdom”/BAH-reh/maleBarwaaqo“[Cushitic Somali] Prosperity, abundance, and a flourishing life”/bar-WAA-qo/anyBashiir“A child who brings wonderful news and happiness”/ba-SHEER/maleBasim“[Arabic-derived] Cheerful and smiling”/BAH-sim/maleBaxnaan“Somali: welfare, comfort, well-being, or prosperity.”/bakh-NAAN/maleBilaal“Arabic Bilāl: “moisture” or “water”; strongly associated with Bilāl ibn Rabāḥ, the early Muslim companion.”/bee-LAAL/maleBilal“Arabic Bilāl: “moisture” or “water”; associated with Bilāl ibn Rabāḥ.”/bee-LAAL/maleBile“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/BEE-leh/maleBishaar“A joyful bearer of good news”/bi-SHAAR/maleBoqor“[Cushitic Somali] Kingly, commanding, and worthy of respect”/BO-kor/maleBuraale“Traditional Somali Cushitic name with an old and respected heritage”/boo-RAA-leh/maleBuraan“A distinctive traditional Somali name, carried with dignity”/boo-RAAN/maleBurhaan“Arabic Burhān: “proof,” “evidence,” or “clear argument/sign.””/boor-HAAN/maleCaadil“A fair-minded and just man”/AA-dil/maleCaamir“A flourishing and prosperous child”/cah-meer/maleCaarif“Wise, perceptive, and thoughtful”/cah-REEF/maleCaasim“Arabic-derived name for a protective and steadfast person”/CAA-sim/maleCabdicasiis“Arabic-derived: servant of the Almighty and Beloved”/ab-dee-ah-SEES/maleCabdifataax“Arabic-derived: servant of the Opener, who brings relief and possibility”/ab-dee-fah-TAAKH/maleCabdijabbaar“Arabic ʿAbd al-Jabbār: “servant of al-Jabbār,” the Compeller/Mighty One.”/ab-di-jab-BAAR/maleCabdikaadir“Arabic-derived: servant of the Powerful”/ab-dee-kaa-deer/maleCabdikariim“Arabic-derived: servant of the Most Generous”/ab-dee-kah-REEM/maleCabdimaalik“A devoted servant of God, the true King and source of dignity”/ab-di-MAA-lik/maleCabdinaasir“Arabic-derived: servant of the Helper and Victor”/ab-dee-naa-seer/maleCabdinasir“Arabic-derived: servant of the Helper and Giver of victory”/ab-dee-nah-SEER/maleCabdirashiid“Arabic-derived: servant of the rightly guided One”/ab-dee-rah-SHEED/maleCabdirauf“A devoted servant of God, the Most Kind and Compassionate”/ab-di-RAOWF/maleCabdiraxmaan“Arabic-derived: servant of the Most Merciful”/ab-dee-rah-MAAN/maleCabdirisaaq“A devoted servant of God, the Provider, with a life of generosity”/ab-di-ri-SAAQ/maleCabdisalaam“Arabic-derived: servant of the Source of Peace”/ab-dee-sa-laam/maleCabdisalaan“Arabic-derived: servant of the Source of Peace”/ab-dee-sah-LAAN/maleCabdishakuur“Arabic ʿAbd al-Shakūr: “servant of the Most Appreciative/Most Grateful,” referring to God as al-Shakūr.”/ab-di-sha-KUUR/maleCabdubaasit“Arabic ʿAbd al-Bāsiṭ: “servant of the Expander/Enlarger,” referring to God as al-Bāsiṭ.”/ab-doo-baa-seet/maleCabdullaahi“Arabic-derived: servant of God; a name expressing devotion and lifelong faithfulness”/ab-dool-LAA-hee/maleCabdulmajiid“A child devoted to God, the Glorious and Honoured”/ab-dool-ma-jeed/maleCabdulqaadir“Arabic-derived: servant of the All-Powerful”/ab-dool-kaa-DEER/maleCabdulsamad“Arabic-derived: servant of the Eternal Refuge, on whom all depend”/ab-dool-sah-MAD/maleCabdulwaahid“A child devoted to the One God”/ab-dool-waa-heed/maleCabdulxakiim“A child devoted to God, the All-Wise”/ab-dool-ha-keem/maleCali“[Arabic-derived] Exalted, noble, and held in high regard”/AH-lee/maleCawad“Arabic ʿAwaḍ/ʿIwāḍ: “compensation,” “replacement,” or “recompense.””/CAH-wad/maleCawale“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/cah-WAH-leh/maleCawil“Cushitic/Somali: one who comes to help or offer support”/CAH-wil/maleCawl“Graceful, swift, and gentle in spirit”/OW-l/maleCigaal“A Somali rendering of Arabic ʿiqāl, associated with a tether/binding and, figuratively, intellect or reason.”/ee-GAAL/maleCiise“Arabic-derived: Jesus, a revered prophet in Islam”/CHEE-seh/maleCismaan“Arabic-derived: chosen servant of God”/is-maan/maleCosoble“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ko-SOB-leh/maleCumar“Arabic-derived: flourishing and long-lived”/oo-mar/maleCurad“The beloved firstborn child”/koo-RAD/maleDaahir“Arabic-derived: blessed and pure”/daa-heer/maleDaarood“A heritage name honoring an ancestral founder and the family line carried forward.”/dah-ROOD/maleDaawuud“A beloved prophet and a name associated with wisdom and devotion”/daa-WUUD/maleDacar“Hardy and enduring, with the healing strength of aloe”/DAH-char/anyDalmar“Cushitic/Somali: one who travels across the land”/dal-mar/maleDaniyal“A prophetic name expressing trust in God's just judgment”/dan-yee-YAAL/maleDawud“Arabic-derived: David, a beloved prophet and king”/DAH-wud/maleDayax“A child who brings the gentle beauty of moonlight”/DAH-yahkh/anyDayr“A blessing that arrives with the nourishing rains”/DAIR/anyDeeq“A generous gift and a blessing to others”/DAYQ/maleDhaafir“Arabic-derived name meaning victorious, triumphant, or successful.”/DHAA-fir/maleDhagane“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/dha-GAH-neh/maleDhamac“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/DHAH-mak/maleDhiirane“Brave-hearted and courageous”/dhee-RAH-neh/maleDhiyaa“Arabic Ḍiyāʾ: “light,” “radiance,” or “illumination.””/dhee-yaa/maleDucaale“A Somali male name built on duco, “prayer” or “supplication,” and understood in connection with prayer and blessing.”/doo-CAH-leh/maleDuulane“Somali name associated with one who travels or flies; it is connected with duul-, “to travel/fly.””/doo-LAH-neh/maleEgaal“Variant of Somali Cigaal/Egal, from Arabic ʿiqāl: a camel-hobble or head cord; by extension, a bond/restraint.”/eh-GAAL/maleEgal“Variant spelling of Somali Cigaal/Egaal, ultimately from Arabic ʿiqāl: a camel-hobble or head cord.”/EH-gal/maleElmi“Somali form of Arabic ʿilm: “knowledge” or “learning.””/EL-mee/maleFaarax“A joyful, happy child”/FAH-rahkh/maleFaaruuq“Arabic Fārūq: “one who distinguishes,” especially between truth and falsehood.”/faa-rook/maleFadli“Arabic-derived: God’s grace, favor, and generous bounty”/FAD-lee/maleFahad“Arabic-derived: a leopard; a spirited and courageous child”/FAH-had/maleFarah“Arabic faraḥ: “joy,” “delight,” or “happiness.””/FAH-rah/maleFarid“Arabic-derived: unique, precious, and one of a kind”/fa-REED/maleFaris“A brave knight with courage and strength”/FAH-ris/maleFaruq“Arabic-derived: one who distinguishes truth from falsehood”/fah-ROOK/maleFarxaan“Joyfully happy”/far-KHAAN/maleFarxad“Happiness and gladness”/far-KHAD/anyFathi“Arabic-derived: victory, triumph, or a welcome opening toward good things”/FAH-thee/maleFawaz“Arabic-derived: successful, victorious, or prosperous”/fah-WAAZ/maleFawzi“Successful and victorious”/FOW-zee/maleFaysal“Decisive judge, arbiter, or one who distinguishes and settles a matter.”/FAY-sal/maleFuad“The criterion or that which distinguishes truth from falsehood.”/foo-AD/maleFurqaan“The criterion; that which distinguishes truth from falsehood.”/foor-QAAN/maleFurqan“The criterion; that which distinguishes truth from falsehood.”/foor-KAHN/maleGacal“A dearly loved child and treasured member of the family.”/gah-CHAL/anyGacaliye“Cushitic/Somali: a beloved or dearly cherished person”/gah-cha-LEE-yeh/maleGacayte“Traditional Somali Cushitic name conveying affection and being dearly loved”/ga-CHAY-teh/maleGaraad“[Cushitic Somali] A wise chief held in respect by the community”/ga-RAAD/maleGeedi“Cushitic/Somali: traveller, one who goes from place to place”/gay-dee/maleGeelle“A child connected with the camel, a treasured source of life and livelihood”/GEH-leh/maleGeesi“Cushitic/Somali: a brave or courageous man”/GAY-see/maleGhalib“One who prevails and comes through adversity with strength”/GHAH-lib/maleGhani“[Arabic-derived] Prosperous, secure, and rich in blessings”/GHA-nee/maleGuhaad“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/goo-HAAD/maleGuled“Somali/Cushitic: one who brings joy and good fortune”/GOO-led/maleGuul“Success and joyful achievement”/GOOL/anyGuuleed“A victorious child destined for joyful success”/goo-LEED/maleGuulwade“One who leads the way to victory”/goo-ool-WA-deh/maleHaashim“A traditional Arabic name associated with generosity and hospitality”/HAA-shim/maleHadi“Arabic-derived: guide or one who leads toward what is right”/HAA-dee/maleHakam“Arabic: judge, arbiter, or one who decides between parties.”/HAH-kam/maleHamid“Arabic: praiseworthy or praised.”/ha-MEED/maleHammad“Arabic-derived: one who praises God often”/HAM-mad/maleHamza“Strong and courageous like a lion”/HAM-zah/maleHarun“Arabic-derived: Aaron, an honored prophet”/ha-ROON/maleHaruun“Arabic-derived: Aaron, a prophet remembered for leadership and eloquence”/ha-ROON/maleHassan“Arabic-derived: gracious and generous”/HAS-san/maleHilaac“A child born during a striking flash of lightning”/hee-LAHK/maleHilal“A hopeful new moon and a sign of new beginnings”/hi-LAAL/maleHilmi“Arabic-derived: forbearing, patient, and gentle”/HIL-mee/maleHirsi“Somali: protection, safeguarding, or guardianship.”/HIR-see/maleHisham“Arabic-derived: generous and open-handed”/hi-SHAAM/maleHumaam“Arabic: high-minded, courageous, resolute, or ambitious.”/hoo-MAAM/maleHussein“Arabic-derived: handsome and good”/hoo-SAIN/maleIbraahim“Arabic-derived: God will increase him”/ib-raa-heem/maleIbrahim“Arabic-derived: devoted to God; a prophet's name”/ib-ra-HEEM/maleIdiris“Somali form of Idris, the name of a Qur’anic prophet.”/ee-DEE-ris/maleIhsan“Arabic-derived: kindness, excellence, and doing what is beautiful and good”/ih-SAAN/maleIimaan“Arabic-derived: faith, trust in God, and a believing heart”/ee-MAAN/anyIkraam“Honor, kindness, and generous devotion”/ik-RAAM/anyIlays“A ray of light and hope”/i-LAYS/maleImad“Arabic-derived: a strong support, pillar, or dependable foundation”/ee-MAAD/maleImraan“Flourishing, prosperity, or long life; also the Qur'anic name of Mary's father.”/im-RAAN/maleIqbal“Arabic-derived: prosperity, success, and good fortune”/ik-BAAL/maleIsaaq“A name honoring an ancestral forefather and the continuity of generations.”/ee-SAAK/maleIskandar“Arabic and Persian form of Alexander, ultimately meaning “defender of people/mankind.””/is-kan-DAHR/maleIsmaaciil“Arabic-derived: God will hear”/is-maa-eel/maleIsmail“Arabic-derived: God hears; a prophet's name”/is-ma-EEL/maleIsniin“A child born on Monday”/is-NEEN/maleIsxaaq“Arabic form of Isaac, ultimately from Hebrew, traditionally understood as “he laughs.””/is-KHAHK/maleJaabir“Arabic-derived name suggesting resilience, healing, and inner strength”/JAA-bir/maleJaamac“Arabic-derived: one who gathers people together; a unifying presence”/JAA-mak/maleJabir“Mender, restorer, consoler.”/JAA-bir/maleJafar“A small stream or rivulet.”/JA-faer/maleJalaal“Arabic-derived name expressing dignity, greatness, and noble presence”/jah-LAAL/maleJalal“Arabic-derived: majesty, dignity, and honored presence”/ja-LAAL/maleJaliil“Majestic, honored, and distinguished”/ja-LEEL/maleJama“Gatherer, one who brings together; commonly a shortened or transliterated form of Jaamac.”/JAH-mah/maleJamaal“Beauty, grace, and good character”/ja-MAAL/maleJamiil“Beautiful, handsome, fair.”/ja-meel/maleJawaad“Generous-hearted and noble”/ja-WAAD/maleJibriil“Arabic form of Gabriel, the angel and messenger of God.”/jib-REEL/maleJiilaal“A child born during the dry season”/jee-LAHL/maleJimcaale“A son born on Friday, the blessed day of the week”/jim-KAA-leh/maleJimco“A child born on Friday”/JIM-koh/maleJowhar“Jewel, precious stone; also essence or substance.”/JOH-wahr/maleJunaid“Arabic-derived: a young soldier; a name evoking bravery and service”/joo-NAYD/maleKaamil“Arabic-derived name wishing a child wholeness, goodness, and completeness”/KAA-mil/maleKahin“Arabic kāhin: soothsayer, diviner, or oracle.”/KAH-hin/maleKahiye“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ka-HEE-yeh/maleKamaal“[Arabic-derived] Complete in character and endowed with admirable qualities”/ka-MAAL/maleKariim“[Arabic-derived] Generous in spirit and noble in character”/ka-REEM/maleKhaalid“Everlasting and enduring; a wish for a long and blessed life”/KHAA-lid/maleKhadar“[Arabic-derived] Green, flourishing, and full of renewed life”/KHA-dar/maleKhalaf“Arabic Khalaf: successor, descendant, replacement, or one who comes after.”/KHAH-laf/maleKhalid“Arabic-derived: enduring, lasting, and steadfast”/KHAA-lid/maleKhaliil“Arabic-derived: a dear and faithful friend”/kha-LEEL/maleKhamiis“A son born on Thursday”/kha-MEES/maleKhayr“Goodness and blessing in the family”/KHAIR/maleKow“Somali kow: one, first; when used as a name, it can refer to a first-born child.”/KOH/maleLabaad“Somali labaad: second; when used as a name, it can refer to a second-born child.”/la-BAHD/maleLadiif“Gentle, kind, and gracious”/la-DEEF/maleLibaan“Successful, prosperous, and destined to thrive”/lee-BAAN/maleLibaax“Brave and strong-hearted like a lion”/lee-BAAKH/maleLiban“Somali/Cushitic: the beloved one”/LEE-ban/maleLibin“Triumphant and able to achieve great things”/LEE-bin/maleLoyaan“Somali; “fortunate” or “lucky.””/loh-YAAN/maleLuay“Arabic-derived; traditionally linked to a small wild ox or wild bovine.”/LOO-ay/maleLuqmaan“A Quranic name associated with wisdom and thoughtful judgment”/look-MAAN/maleLuukmaan“Somali spelling variant of Luqman, the Quranic sage associated with wisdom.”/look-MAAN/maleMaalik“[Arabic-derived] A kingly person, born to lead with dignity”/MAA-lik/maleMacruuf“Arabic-derived; “known,” “recognized,” or “that which is good/right.””/mak-ROOF/maleMagan“A child who brings shelter, safety, and a welcoming home.”/MAH-gan/maleMahad“Arabic-derived: praise and thanksgiving”/MAH-had/maleMahdi“Arabic-derived: rightly guided and devoted to a good path”/MAHD-ee/maleMahir“Arabic-derived: skilled, capable, and accomplished”/MAA-hir/maleMajid“[Arabic-derived] Glorious, respected, and worthy of admiration”/ma-JEED/maleMansur“Victorious and supported in overcoming every challenge”/MAN-soor/maleMansuur“[Arabic-derived] Victorious and honored through achievement”/man-SOOR/maleMarwan“Arabic-derived: flintstone (and, in some lexical explanations, a fragrant plant).”/MAR-wan/maleMataan“A precious twin”/ma-TAHN/anyMaxamed“Arabic-derived: highly praised”/ma-kha-med/maleMaxamuud“Arabic-derived: worthy of praise and appreciation”/mah-KHA-mood/maleMiqdaad“Arabic: measure, quantity, or amount; the name is also associated with the Prophet's companion al-Miqdad.”/mik-daad/maleMire“Often understood as “dignity and lineage.””/MEE-reh/maleMohamed“Arabic-derived: the praised one”/mo-HAM-ed/maleMowliid“A son born during a Mawlid celebration”/mow-LEED/maleMuadh“Arabic: protected, sheltered, or safeguarded.”/MOO-aadh/maleMuawiya“Arabic historical male name, famously borne by the Umayyad caliph Mu'awiya; it is not a devotional virtue-name meaning faith and goodness.”/moo-aa-WI-ya/maleMubaarak“Blessed and welcomed with joy”/moo-BAA-rak/maleMubashir“Arabic: bearer or bringer of good news/glad tidings.”/moo-ba-SHEER/maleMucaawiya“Somali spelling of Arabic Mu'awiya, an Arabic historical male name rather than a name meaning heritage and devotion.”/moo-aa-wee-ya/maleMudathir“A name recalling the Qur’anic address to the one wrapped in a mantle”/moo-DAH-thir/maleMujahid“A determined person who strives bravely for what is right”/moo-JAH-hid/maleMujtaba“A treasured child, specially chosen and cherished”/muj-TA-ba/maleMukhtaar“[Arabic-derived] Chosen and treasured”/mookh-TAAR/maleMunawwar“Arabic-derived name meaning radiant, enlightened, and full of light”/moo-NAW-war/maleMuniir“A bright child who brings light to the family”/moo-neer/maleMunir“A bright presence who brings light to others”/moo-NEER/maleMuntasir“[Arabic-derived] One who achieves victory and success”/moon-tah-SIR/maleMurad“Arabic-derived: wish, desire, or something longed for.”/moo-RAHD/maleMursal“Arabic-derived: one who is sent with a purpose or entrusted with a mission”/MOOR-sal/maleMusab“Arabic-derived name meaning difficult, hard, or one who endures hardship; also the name of a prominent early Muslim companion.”/MOO-sab/maleMustafa“Arabic-derived: the chosen one; selected.”/mus-TA-fa/maleMustafaa“Somali/Arabic spelling of Mustafa, meaning “the chosen one” or “selected.””/moos-TAH-faa/maleMustafe“Somali form of Mustafa, from Arabic: “the chosen one” or “selected.””/moos-TAH-feh/maleMuuse“Somali form of Musa/Moses, the name of the prophet Moses.”/MOO-seh/maleNabad“Peace and harmony”/NAH-bad/anyNabiil“Arabic-derived: noble, distinguished, high-born.”/nah-BEEL/maleNabil“Arabic-derived: noble, distinguished, high-born.”/na-BEEL/maleNaciim“Arabic-derived: bliss, comfort, ease, well-being, or a life of pleasure.”/na-CEEM/maleNadiif“Somali name and word meaning clean, pure, or neat.”/nah-DEEF/maleNaji“Arabic-derived: saved, safe, rescued, or one who survives.”/NAA-jee/maleNajib“[Arabic-derived] Distinguished, honorable, and noble in character”/na-JEEB/maleNasiib“Good fortune and a happy destiny”/na-SEEB/maleNasr“Victory and triumph”/NASS-er/maleNawfal“Arabic Nawfal: generous, beneficent, or a gift/bounty.”/NAW-fal/maleNaxariis“A compassionate person who treats others with mercy”/nah-ha-REES/anyNucmaan“Somali form of Arabic Nuʿmān; associated with blessing/favor, and in Arabic also with the anemone and reddish color.”/noo-MAAN/maleNur“Arabic-derived: light and radiance”/NOOR/maleNuur“A child who fills the family with light”/NOOR/anyNuuradiin“Light of the faith”/noo-ra-DEEN/maleNuux“The Arabic form of Noah, a prophetic name associated with perseverance and comfort”/NOOH/maleOmar“Arabic-derived: long-lived and flourishing”/OH-mar/maleOnkod“A strong-hearted child born as thunder sounded”/ON-kod/maleOsman“Arabic-derived: a servant of God; a prophet's companion's name”/OZ-man/maleQaasim“Arabic Qāsim: divider, distributor, or one who apportions/shares.”/QAA-sim/maleQadir“Capable, powerful, and able to meet life’s challenges”/KAH-dir/maleQamaan“Traditional Somali name carried by the celebrated poet Qamaan Bulxan”/qa-MAAN/maleQamar“Gentle and luminous like the moon”/QA-mar/anyQaybdiid“Somali: one who rejects or opposes partitioning/division.”/qaybe-DEED/maleQorax“Somali qorax: sun.”/QO-rahkh/maleQudsi“Arabic Qudsī: holy, sacred, or relating to Jerusalem/the holy sanctuary.”/QOOD-see/maleQusay“Arabic-derived: distant, or one who stands apart with dignity”/koo-SAY/maleRaage“Somali: long-lived, enduring, or one who has lived a long time.”/RAA-geh/maleRafi“Arabic-derived: elevated, noble, and honored”/RAH-fee/maleRafiq“Arabic-derived: a loyal companion or friend”/rah-FEEK/maleRagib“Desirous, willing, or one who seeks/asp ires to something.”/RAA-gib/maleRahiim“Merciful, compassionate.”/ra-heem/maleRajab“A son born during the month of Rajab”/RAH-jab/maleRajo“Hope for a bright and happy future”/RAH-joh/anyRamadaan“A son born during the holy month of Ramadan”/ra-ma-DAHN/maleRaqiib“Watchful, observing, vigilant.”/ra-KEEB/maleRashad“Right guidance, sound judgment, or rectitude.”/rah-SHAHD/maleRashiid“A wise man guided toward what is right”/rah-SHEED/maleRauf“Arabic-derived: kind, compassionate, and gentle”/RA-ouf/maleRaxmaan“Merciful, compassionate, and tender-hearted”/rakh-MAAN/maleRayan“Arabic-derived: well-watered, flourishing, and blessed; also associated with a gate of paradise”/RAH-yan/maleRayhaan“A fragrant and refreshing presence in the family”/ray-HAAN/anyRidwaan“Arabic-derived: God’s pleasure and the contentment of a faithful heart”/rid-WAAN/maleRiyad“Arabic-derived: gardens and green, flourishing places”/ree-YAAD/maleRoob“Rain.”/ROOB/maleRoobdoon“One who seeks or longs for rain”/roob-DOHN/maleRooble“A child born with the blessing of rain”/ROHB-leh/maleSaabir“Arabic-derived: patient, steadfast, and trusting in God’s timing”/SAA-bir/maleSaadiq“A sincere and truthful man”/SAH-diq/maleSaafi“Pure-hearted, sincere, and clear in spirit”/SAA-fee/anySaalax“A good-hearted and righteous man”/SAH-lakh/maleSaalih“Good, virtuous, and kind-hearted”/SAA-lih/maleSaalim“Safe, peaceful, and sound in body and spirit”/SAA-lim/maleSaamiir“Evening companion; one who engages in pleasant conversation.”/saa-MEER/maleSabir“Patient, resilient, and steadfast through life’s trials”/SAH-bir/maleSacd“A fortunate and joyful child who brings happiness”/sa-ad/maleSaciid“Happy, fortunate, and blessed”/sa-EED/maleSafwaan“Arabic Ṣafwān: a smooth rock or stone; it is also an established male personal name.”/saf-WAAN/maleSafwan“Arabic Ṣafwān: a smooth rock or stone; an established male name.”/SAF-wahn/maleSahal“Arabic sahl: easy, gentle, smooth, or level.”/SAH-hal/maleSaid“Arabic-derived: fortunate and blessed”/sa-EED/maleSajid“Arabic-derived: devoted in prayer and humble before God”/SAA-jid/maleSalaad“Somali Salaad, from Arabic ṣalāh, means prayer or ritual prayer.”/sah-LAAD/maleSalmaan“Arabic-derived: peaceful and secure”/sal-MAAN/maleSamaale“A powerful heritage name honoring Somali ancestry and the generations that came before.”/sah-MAH-leh/maleSamakaab“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sah-mah-KAAB/maleSamatar“A child who strengthens the family and stands faithfully beside others.”/sah-MAH-tar/maleSami“Arabic-derived: elevated and noble”/SAA-mee/maleSamiir“A pleasant companion whose conversation brings warmth and happiness”/sah-MEER/maleSamir“Arabic-derived: cheerful and companionable”/sa-MEER/maleShabeel“Agile, courageous, and powerful”/sha-BEEL/maleShacbaan“A son born during the month of Sha'ban”/shahb-BAHN/maleShakir“Arabic-derived: thankful and appreciative”/SHAA-kir/maleShamsi“A warm, bright presence who brings light to others”/SHAM-see/anySharaf“[Arabic-derived] Honor, dignity, and a respected name”/SHA-raf/maleShariif“[Arabic-derived] Noble, honorable, and held in high esteem”/sha-REEF/maleSharmaarke“Traditional Somali name borne by historic leaders and families”/shar-MAAR-keh/maleSharmarke“A documented spelling variant of Sharmaarke, a traditional Somali male name.”/shar-MAR-keh/maleShire“A child who brings people together in family, fellowship, and shared purpose.”/SHEE-reh/maleShuaib“Arabic form of Shuʿayb, the prophet mentioned in the Quran.”/SHOO-ayb/maleShukri“Arabic-derived: gratitude and heartfelt thanks to God”/SHOOK-ree/anySiraaj“A guiding light and source of hope”/si-RAAJ/maleSufyan“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/SOOF-yan/maleSuge“Traditional Somali male name; related to Somali sug-, “to wait for” or “to expect.””/SOO-geh/maleSugulle“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/soo-GOOL-leh/maleSuhayb“Arabic male name, traditionally associated with Suhayb al-Rūmī, a Companion of the Prophet Muhammad.”/soo-HAYB/maleSulaymaan“The Arabic form of Solomon, associated with peace and wise leadership”/soo-lay-MAAN/maleSuldaan“[Arabic-derived] A ruler with authority, dignity, and honor”/sul-DAAN/maleSuleymaan“Arabic-derived: a form of Solomon, traditionally associated with wisdom and peace”/soo-lay-MAAN/maleTaajir“Merchant, trader, or businessman.”/TAA-jir/maleTaalib“A lifelong seeker of knowledge and truth”/TAA-lib/maleTaha“A Quranic male name formed from the disconnected letters Ta-Ha; it has no settled lexical meaning.”/TAA-ha/maleTahir“Arabic-derived: pure, wholesome, and sincere”/TAA-hir/maleTalha“A type of tree; the precise botanical identification is disputed, commonly rendered as an acacia or banana tree.”/TAL-ha/maleTamiim“Complete, perfect, sound, or strong.”/ta-meem/maleTamim“Complete, perfect, sound, or strong.”/tah-MEEM/maleTaqi“Arabic-derived: devout, God-conscious, and virtuous”/TAH-kee/maleTariif“Rare, unusual, novel, or distinctive; it can also carry a sense of elegance.”/ta-reef/maleTariq“Night visitor; in Quranic usage, a piercing/brilliant night star.”/TAA-riq/maleTawfiiq“Arabic-derived name expressing success and blessings in one’s endeavors”/taw-FEEK/maleTawfiq“Arabic-derived: divine favor, success, and good fortune”/taw-FEEQ/maleTaysiir“Ease, facilitation, or making something easy.”/tay-SEER/maleTaysir“Ease, facilitation, or making something easy.”/TAY-seer/maleThabit“Steadfast, dependable, and unshaken”/THAH-bit/maleThamir“Fruit-bearing, fruitful, or productive.”/THAA-mir/maleTimacadde“White-haired; literally “white hair” (timo cadde).”/tee-mah-CAH-deh/maleTogane“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/to-GAA-neh/maleTukaale“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/too-KAA-leh/maleUgaas“[Cushitic Somali] A respected chief and natural leader”/oo-GAAS/maleUsaama“Arabic Usāma: “lion.””/oo-SAA-mah/maleWaaberi“A child who arrived at dawn, bringing a new beginning”/waa-BEH-ree/maleWaajid“Arabic Wājid: “one who finds” or “perceiver”; it can also carry senses such as possessing/being affluent.”/WAA-jid/maleWaasiic“Arabic wāsiʿ: broad, spacious, wide, or ample.”/waa-see/maleWacan“Good, gracious, and wonderful”/WA-kan/anyWacdar“Somali: wonder, amazement, or striking spectacle; depending on context it can also suggest commotion/tumult.”/WAK-dar/maleWahid“Arabic-derived: unique, independent, and one of a kind”/WAA-hid/maleWaleed“Arabic-derived: a newborn child, welcomed with joy”/wah-LEED/maleWali“[Arabic-derived] A caring protector and dependable companion”/WAH-lee/maleWaliid“Variant spelling of Walid/Waleed, from Arabic walīd: “newborn child” or “infant.””/wa-LEED/maleWaranle“Cushitic: a traditional Somali name associated with a spear-bearer and courage”/wa-RAN-leh/maleWarfa“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/WAR-fah/maleWarsame“Somali/Cushitic: good fortune and success”/war-SA-meh/maleWeheliye“Traditional Somali name expressing companionship and loyal presence”/weh-HEL-lyeh/maleWiilwaal“Somali/Cushitic: young man or youth”/WEEL-waal/maleXaaji“[Arabic-derived] A traditional devotional name honoring the pilgrimage”/HAA-jee/maleXabiib“A beloved and cherished son”/kha-BIIB/maleXagaa“Warm, bright, and full of sunny energy”/ha-GAA/anyXakiim“A wise and thoughtful man”/ha-KEEM/maleXasan“Good-hearted and handsome”/KHA-san/maleXiddig“A bright star whose presence guides and inspires”/HID-dig/anyXuseen“Arabic-derived: little handsome one”/khu-sayn/maleYaasin“[Arabic-derived] A deeply respected and spiritually cherished name”/YAA-seen/maleYaasir“Arabic-derived name wishing a child ease, prosperity, and a gentle nature”/YAA-sir/maleYacquub“Arabic-derived: a form of Jacob, a prophetic name associated with perseverance”/ya-KOO B/maleYahya“Arabic-derived: God is gracious; a prophet's name”/YAH-ya/maleYaman“[Arabic-derived] Blessed with hope and good fortune”/YAH-man/maleYaqiin“Arabic-derived: certainty, conviction, assurance, faith.”/ya-keen/anyYare“Traditional Somali name expressing youthfulness, tenderness, and the cherished place of a young child”/YAH-reh/maleYasir“Arabic-derived: prosperous, easygoing, and blessed with good fortune”/YAA-sir/maleYoonis“Arabic-derived: a form of Jonah, a prophetic name associated with patience and renewal”/YOO-nis/maleYusuf“Arabic-derived: one who returns to God; a prophet's name”/YOO-soof/maleYuunis“A prophet associated with patience, faith, and perseverance”/YOO-nis/maleYuusuf“Arabic-derived: God will add and increase”/yoo-soof/maleZahir“Arabic-derived: radiant, visible, and shining”/ZAA-hir/maleZakariye“Somali form of Arabic Zakariyyāʾ/Zachariah, the name of a prophet; traditionally interpreted as “God remembers.””/zah-kah-REE-yeh/maleZaki“Intelligent, virtuous, and pure in character”/ZAH-kee/maleZayd“Arabic name meaning “increase,” “growth,” or “abundance.””/ZAYD/maleZubayr“Arabic masculine name, traditionally understood as a diminutive related to strength; also the name of the Prophet’s companion al-Zubayr ibn al-Awwam.”/zoo-BAYR/maleZubeyr“Somali/Arabic spelling variant of Zubayr, a masculine name traditionally linked to strength and borne by al-Zubayr ibn al-Awwam.”/zoo-BAYR/maleZuhair“Arabic masculine name, commonly explained as “little flower” or “bright/blossoming one.””/zoo-HAIR/maleZuhayr“Arabic masculine name, a variant transliteration of Zuhair, commonly explained as “little flower” or “bright/blossoming one.””/zoo-HAYR/maleZuhdi“Arabic masculine name derived from zuhd, meaning “asceticism,” “renunciation of worldly excess,” or pious restraint.”/ZOOH-dee/maleZulfiqaar“Somali spelling of the Arabic Islamic name Dhul-Fiqar/Zulfiqar, the name of the celebrated sword associated with Ali.”/zul-fi-KAAR/maleZulfiqar“Arabic Islamic name referring to Dhul-Fiqar/Zulfiqar, the sword traditionally associated with Ali.”/zool-fi-KAAR/male