Somali girl names.
355 names — open any of them for its meaning, sound and story.
Aaliya“Arabic-derived — noble and highly esteemed”/AH-lee-yah/femaleAamina“Arabic-derived: faithful, trustworthy, and protected; a gentle blessing of security”/aa-MEE-na/femaleAasiya“Arabic-derived: one who heals or comforts; also the name of Pharaoh’s believing wife in Islamic tradition.”/ah-SEE-yah/femaleAbeer“[Arabic-derived] Fragrance or pleasant scent”/ah-BEER/femaleAbla“Arabic-derived: full-bodied or plump; also an established feminine personal name.”/AB-lah/femaleAbyan“Arabic-derived: clear-spoken, eloquent, or unmistakably expressed”/AB-yan/femaleAdiba“A cultured, thoughtful, and well-spoken woman”/ah-DEE-ba/femaleAduunyo“Somali form based on Arabic dunyā: the world or earthly life.”/ah-doon-yoh/femaleAfnan“Arabic-derived: flourishing branches, suggesting growth and a life full of promise”/AF-nan/femaleAfra“Arabic-derived: white or fair; often also understood as radiant/beautiful.”/AF-rah/femaleAfrah“Arabic: joys, happiness, or celebrations.”/AF-rah/femaleAhlam“Arabic-derived — dreams or aspirations”/ah-LAHM/femaleAlaa“Arabic: loftiness, eminence, exaltedness; also blessings or favors in some usage.”/ah-LAA/anyAlmas“Arabic al-mās: diamond.”/al-MAHS/femaleAmaal“Arabic: hopes, wishes, or aspirations.”/ah-MAHL/femaleAmal“[Arabic-derived] Hope and aspiration”/ah-MAL/femaleAmina“Arabic-derived: trustworthy and safe”/ah-MEE-na/femaleAmira“Arabic-derived — a princess or gracious leader”/ah-MEE-rah/femaleAnisa“Arabic-derived — friendly, companionable, and kind”/ah-NEE-sah/femaleAqila“Arabic-derived — wise, discerning, and thoughtful”/ah-KEE-lah/femaleAqsa“Arabic: the farthest; associated with the blessed al-Aqsa sanctuary”/AK-sa/femaleAragsan“Cushitic/Somali: beautiful and radiant”/ar-RAHG-san/femaleArawelo“Traditional Somali name commemorating the legendary queen Arawelo”/ah-rah-WEH-loh/femaleArdo“A Somali female given name with no securely established literal etymology.”/AR-doh/femaleAreej“Arabic: fragrant scent or perfume; a name evoking sweetness and beauty”/a-REEJ/femaleAroor“Somali: dawn, daybreak, or early morning.”/ah-ROOR/anyArwa“Arabic Arwā’: a female ibex/mountain goat; it is also the name of several early Muslim women.”/AR-wa/femaleAsha“Arabic-derived: life and hope”/AH-sha/femaleAsli“Arabic-derived: original, genuine, authentic; literally “essential/original.””/AHS-lee/femaleAsma“Arabic-derived: noble, pure, and radiant”/AS-ma/femaleAstur“Covered, sheltered, or protected; associated with modesty/privacy.”/as-TOOR/femaleAtiya“Arabic-derived — a precious gift to her family”/ah-TEE-yah/femaleAwrala“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ow-RA-la/femaleAyaan“Cushitic Somali: good fortune, blessing, and the hopeful destiny bestowed on a child”/ah-YAAN/femaleAziza“A strong and precious daughter, deeply valued by her family”/ah-ZEE-zah/femaleBahiya“Arabic-derived — radiant beauty and joyful brightness”/bah-HEE-yah/femaleBarako“Arabic-derived: blessing and divine grace”/bah-RAH-koh/anyBarqo“A daughter born in the freshness of morning”/BAR-koh/femaleBarwaaqo“[Cushitic Somali] Prosperity, abundance, and a flourishing life”/bar-WAA-qo/anyBashra“If intended as the Arabic name Bushra/Bishra, it means “good news” or “glad tidings.””/BASH-rah/femaleBasiira“Insightful, wise, and clear-sighted”/ba-SEE-ra/femaleBasira“Arabic-derived; perceptive and wise”/ba-SEE-ra/femaleBasma“Arabic-derived — a smile or expression of happiness”/BAS-mah/femaleBaxsan“A Somali name meaning fortunate or blessed by good circumstances”/BAKH-san/femaleBilan“Radiant and complete like a full moon”/BEE-lan/femaleBilqiis“Arabic Bilqīs/Bilqees, the name traditionally given in Islamic and Arabic tradition to the Queen of Sheba.”/bil-kees/femaleBishaaro“Good news and joyful tidings”/bi-SHAA-roh/femaleBushra“Arabic-derived — good news and glad tidings”/BUSH-rah/femaleCaadila“A fair and principled woman”/aa-DEE-lah/femaleCaaisha“Arabic-derived: life and living”/aa-ee-sha/femaleCanab“A Cushitic Somali name meaning grape, a warm image of sweetness and abundance”/CAH-nab/femaleCawo“Somali form of Hawwa (Eve).”/KAH-woh/femaleCaynabo“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/cay-NAH-bo/femaleCibaado“Arabic-derived: worship and devoted service to God”/chee-BAA-doh/femaleCudbi“Cushitic/Somali — cotton; a gentle, soft image”/KOOD-bee/femaleDacar“Hardy and enduring, with the healing strength of aloe”/DAH-char/anyDahabo“[Arabic-derived Somali] Golden, precious, and highly valued”/da-HA-bo/femaleDalal“Arabic-derived; affection, charm, and loving tenderness”/da-LAAL/femaleDalays“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/da-LAYS/femaleDalia“Arabic-derived name meaning a vine or grapevine; it can also refer to a water wheel in Arabic.”/DAH-lee-ah/femaleDalila“Arabic-derived name meaning guide, indicator, or proof.”/da-LEE-la/femaleDania“Arabic-derived: near, close, or one who draws close”/DAH-nee-ah/femaleDayax“A child who brings the gentle beauty of moonlight”/DAH-yahkh/anyDayr“A blessing that arrives with the nourishing rains”/DAIR/anyDeeqa“[Somali] Generous, giving, and richly blessed”/DEE-qa/femaleDeeqo“Cushitic Somali: a generous gift or blessing given to the family”/DAY-koh/femaleDegmo“Somali word and female name meaning district, locality, or settled area.”/DEG-moh/femaleDeka“A Somali name associated with contentment and satisfaction”/DEH-kah/femaleDhabancad“Somali compound name meaning “white/fair cheek,” from dhaban (cheek) and cad (white).”/dha-ban-CAD/femaleDheeman“Somali name/word meaning “diamond” or “precious gem.””/dheh-MAAN/femaleDucaa“Arabic-derived — a cherished prayer and hopeful blessing”/doo-AA/femaleDuha“Arabic-derived; the bright morning light”/DOO-ha/femaleDuhaa“The bright light and freshness of morning”/doo-HAA/femaleDuniya“Arabic-derived: the world and the life within it”/doo-NEE-yah/femaleDuniyo“Somali form of Arabic dunyā: “the world” or “worldly life.””/doo-NEE-yo/femaleDurdur“Cushitic Somali: a flowing stream, suggesting freshness, life, and grace”/DOOR-door/femaleEbyan“Arabic: clear, evident, or one who makes things plain”/eb-YAAN/femaleFaatima“Arabic Fāṭimah: “one who weans” or “one who abstains/refrains.””/faa-tee-ma/femaleFaatin“A delightful child whose presence captivates the heart”/faa-tin/femaleFadheela“Arabic-derived; excellence, virtue, and admirable character”/fa-DHEE-la/femaleFadumo“Arabic-derived: daughter of the Prophet, and a name associated with purity and devotion”/fa-doo-mo/femaleFadwa“Arabic Fadwā: “ransom,” “sacrifice,” or “self-sacrifice.””/FAD-wah/femaleFahiima“A bright and thoughtful child with a wise understanding”/fa-hee-ma/femaleFardowsa“Paradise; the Arabic-derived Somali form of Firdaws.”/far-DOH-sa/femaleFariha“A joyful, cheerful woman (Arabic-derived)”/fa-REE-ha/femaleFariida“Unique, singular, precious, or incomparable.”/fa-REE-da/femaleFartuun“A fortunate, joyful life filled with happiness”/far-TOON/femaleFarxad“Happiness and gladness”/far-KHAD/anyFarxiya“A joyful girl who brings happiness”/far-KHEE-yah/femaleFarxiyo“Joy and delight”/far-KHEE-yoh/femaleFathiya“Feminine form connected with fath: opening, conquest, victory, or triumph.”/fah-TEE-ya/femaleFatima“One who weans an infant; by extension, one who abstains or refrains.”/FAH-tee-ma/femaleFawziya“A victorious woman whose life is filled with success”/fow-ZEE-yah/femaleFikriya“Arabic-derived; thoughtful, reflective, and intellectually curious”/fik-REE-ya/femaleFilsan“Excellent, very good, or “the best,” as commonly glossed in Somali naming usage.”/FIL-san/femaleGacal“A dearly loved child and treasured member of the family.”/gah-CHAL/anyGacaliso“Beloved woman; darling; dear one.”/ga-ka-LEE-so/femaleGacalo“Cushitic/Somali: beloved one or dear companion”/ga-ka-lo/femaleGhaniya“[Arabic-derived] Prosperous, fortunate, and richly blessed”/gha-NEE-ya/femaleGobaad“A beautiful or attractive woman.”/goh-BAHD/femaleGuduudo“A Cushitic Somali name describing a rosy or reddish beauty”/goo-DOO-doh/femaleGuul“Success and joyful achievement”/GOOL/anyGuurey“Somali/Cushitic: the season of spring or new growth”/GOO-rey/femaleHaboon“Somali: suitable, fitting, proper, or appropriate.”/ha-BOON/femaleHafida“Arabic: granddaughter.”/ha-FEE-da/femaleHafiza“Arabic: guardian, keeper, or a woman who has memorized the Qur'an.”/ha-FEE-za/femaleHafsa“An Arabic-derived name meaning young lioness, suggesting courage and spirited strength”/HAF-sah/femaleHajar“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/HA-jar/femaleHala“Arabic: a halo or ring of light around the moon.”/HA-la/femaleHalima“Arabic-derived: gentle and patient”/ha-LEE-ma/femaleHamdiya“A daughter who inspires praise and thankful happiness”/ham-DEE-yah/femaleHamida“Arabic: praiseworthy, praised, or worthy of praise.”/ha-MEE-da/femaleHana“Arabic: happiness, bliss, or enjoyment.”/HA-na/femaleHanaan“Tender, compassionate, and gentle”/ha-NAAN/femaleHaneen“Tender longing and deep affection (Arabic-derived)”/ha-NEEN/femaleHani“Arabic: happy, content, or at ease.”/HAH-nee/femaleHanifa“Arabic: a woman who is upright in faith; a monotheist or adherent of the true religion.”/ha-NEE-fa/femaleHaniifa“Somali spelling variant of Hanifa: upright in faith; a female monotheist.”/hah-NEE-fah/femaleHaniin“Arabic-derived — tender-hearted affection and heartfelt longing”/ha-NEEN/femaleHaniya“Arabic-derived: joyful and full of happiness”/ha-NEE-ya/femaleHaniyo“A Somali female form related to Arabic Hani, meaning happy, content, or at ease.”/ha-NEE-yo/femaleHanti“[Cushitic Somali] Wealth and material prosperity”/HAN-ti/femaleHasna“Arabic-derived; beautiful in appearance and character”/HAS-na/femaleHawo“Arabic-derived: life, or one who lives”/haa-wo/femaleHaya“Arabic: modesty, shyness, or decency.”/HA-ya/femaleHibaaq“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/hi-BAAQ/femaleHibo“Arabic-derived: a gift bestowed by God”/HEE-boh/femaleHinda“Arabic Hind: India; historically also “one hundred camels.” It does not mean a noble or honored woman.”/HIN-dah/femaleHodan“A flourishing, fortunate child”/HOH-dan/femaleHuda“An Arabic-derived name meaning guidance, a warm wish for a life led wisely”/HOO-dah/femaleHuriya“Arabic-derived: a radiant heavenly maiden”/hoo-REE-yah/femaleHuriye“Arabic-derived: a heavenly maiden or houri.”/hoo-REE-yeh/femaleHusna“Arabic: most beautiful, best, or finest.”/HOOS-na/femaleHusnaa“Arabic: most beautiful, best, or finest.”/hoos-naa/femaleIbraar“Arabic: righteousness, piety, virtue, or dutiful goodness.”/ib-raar/femaleIbtihal“Arabic-derived; heartfelt prayer and devoted appeal to God”/ib-ti-HAAL/femaleIbtisam“Arabic: smile.”/ib-ti-SAAM/femaleIdil“A Somali-used name meaning complete, whole, or perfect”/EE-dil/femaleIfraax“Joy, gladness, and a life full of celebration”/if-RAAKH/femaleIfrah“A child who fills the family with joy”/IF-rah/femaleIftin“Cushitic/Somali: light, brightness, and hope”/IF-tin/femaleIimaan“Arabic-derived: faith, trust in God, and a believing heart”/ee-MAAN/anyIkhlaas“Arabic: sincerity, purity of intention, or devotion.”/ikh-LAAS/femaleIkraam“Honor, kindness, and generous devotion”/ik-RAAM/anyIkraan“[Arabic-derived] Honor, generosity, and respect”/ik-RAAN/femaleIkram“Arabic: honor, honoring, generosity, or hospitality.”/ik-RAHM/femaleIlhaam“Arabic: inspiration, intuition, or divine inspiration.”/il-HAAM/femaleIlhaan“Somali-used form of Ilham, meaning inspiration or intuition.”/il-HAAN/femaleIlham“Arabic-derived — inspiration and revelation”/IL-ham/femaleIlwaad“Somali: beautiful, lovely, or attractive.”/il-WAAD/femaleIntisaar“Victory, triumph.”/in-ti-saar/femaleIqra“Read!; recite!”/IK-rah/femaleIsra“Arabic-derived — the night journey; a name suggesting wonder and spiritual aspiration”/IS-rah/femaleJaliila“Majestic, honored, and noble in spirit”/ja-LEE-la/femaleJalila“Majestic, exalted, venerable, distinguished.”/ja-LEE-la/femaleJamiila“Beautiful, graceful, and radiant”/ja-MEE-la/femaleJannat“Arabic-derived: paradise, a name filled with hope for eternal happiness”/JAN-nat/femaleJawaahir“Jewels, precious stones.”/ja-WAA-hir/femaleJowhara“Arabic-derived: jewel or precious gem”/joh-WHAH-rah/femaleJumana“Arabic: a pearl; a precious and beautiful daughter”/ju-MA-na/femaleJuweeriya“Arabic Juwairiya/Juwayriya: young girl or young woman; a diminutive form related to jāriya.”/joo-WAY-ree-yah/femaleKaaha“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/KAA-ha/femaleKaltuun“Somali form of Arabic Kulthum/Kulthūm, traditionally understood as full-faced or having full cheeks.”/kal-TOON/femaleKariima“[Arabic-derived] A generous and noble-hearted woman”/ka-REE-ma/femaleKawsar“Abundant goodness and blessings without measure”/KOW-sar/femaleKhaalida“Everlasting and enduring, with a life filled with blessings”/KHAA-li-dah/femaleKhadiijo“Arabic-derived: gentle and patient”/kha-dee-jo/femaleKhadija“Arabic-derived: pure and virtuous”/kha-DEE-ja/femaleKhadra“An Arabic-derived name meaning verdant or flourishing, with associations of freshness and life”/KHAD-rah/femaleKhayriya“A good and blessed child who brings joy”/khair-REE-yah/femaleLadan“A Somali-used female name, often associated with softness or gentleness; its deeper etymology and classification are not certain.”/LAH-dan/femaleLadiifa“A gentle, kind, and gracious woman”/la-DEE-fa/femaleLamia“Arabic Lamyaa/Lamia: a woman with dark lips, traditionally regarded as a mark of beauty.”/LA-mi-ya/femaleLamiis“Arabic Lamīs/Lamis: soft, smooth, or pleasant to the touch.”/la-MEES/femaleLayla“Arabic-derived; literally “night.””/LAY-la/femaleLeyla“Arabic-derived variant of Layla; literally “night.””/LAY-lah/femaleLina“Arabic-derived; “tender” or “soft,” and also associated with a young palm tree.”/LEE-na/femaleLubna“Arabic-derived; “pearl.””/LOOB-nah/femaleLulwa“Arabic-derived; “pearl.””/LUL-wa/femaleLuul“[Arabic-derived] A precious pearl, symbolizing beauty and value”/LOOL/femaleMaandeeq“Traditional Somali name associated with a milk-rich female camel; also a poetic name for Somalia.”/maan-DEEK/femaleMaariya“Arabic Islamic name, a Somali rendering of Mariya/Māriyah; traditionally associated with a fair or bright appearance.”/maa-REE-ya/femaleMabruka“A blessed child and a source of good fortune”/ma-BROO-ka/femaleMadiha“Arabic-derived — worthy of praise and admiration”/mah-DEE-hah/femaleMadiina“Arabic-derived — the holy city of Medina”/mah-DEE-nah/femaleMagool“Traditional Somali female name meaning “flower.””/mah-GOOL/femaleMaha“Arabic-derived; “oryx/wild cow,” conventionally associated with beautiful eyes.”/MA-ha/femaleMahbuuba“Deeply loved and treasured”/mah-BOO-bah/femaleMaimuuna“Blessed, fortunate, and surrounded by goodness”/may-MOO-na/femaleMalak“Arabic-derived; “angel.””/MA-lak/femaleMalika“[Arabic-derived] Queenly, confident, and born to lead”/ma-LEE-ka/femaleMalyuun“Somali/Arabic-derived usage of “million.””/mal-YOON/femaleMaram“A cherished aspiration and hope for the future”/MA-ram/femaleMarwa“Arabic-derived; “flint stone,” and the name of the sacred hill al-Marwah in Mecca.”/MAR-wah/femaleMarwo“A Somali name meaning lady or respected woman”/MAR-woh/femaleMarxabo“Somali: welcome; used as a female given name.”/mar-KHA-bo/femaleMaryan“Arabic-derived: beloved and exalted”/MAR-yan/femaleMataan“A precious twin”/ma-TAHN/anyMawadda“Arabic-derived; loving affection and warm fellowship”/ma-WAD-da/femaleMaysaa“Arabic: one who walks with a proud or graceful swaying gait.”/MAY-sa/femaleMaysuun“A graceful and lovely child with a gentle presence”/may-soon/femaleMubashira“A joyful messenger who brings encouraging news and hope”/moo-ba-SHEE-ra/femaleMubina“Arabic feminine form: clear, manifest, evident, or clarifying.”/moo-BEE-nah/femaleMuna“A cherished wish and a child of hopeful dreams”/MOO-na/femaleMuniiro“A radiant woman whose presence brightens the lives of others”/moo-NEE-ro/femaleMunira“Arabic-derived — radiant, illuminating, and full of light”/moo-NEE-rah/femaleNaadiya“Arabic-derived female name associated with dew, freshness, tenderness, or delicacy; it may also be related to “caller.””/naa-DI-ya/femaleNabad“Peace and harmony”/NAH-bad/anyNabila“Arabic-derived — noble in character and generous in spirit”/nah-BEE-lah/femaleNaciima“Arabic-derived: blessed ease, happiness, and spiritual comfort”/nah-CHEE-ma/femaleNadiifa“Arabic-derived feminine form meaning clean, pure, or neat.”/nah-DEE-fah/femaleNadiifo“Somali feminine form of Nadiif/Nadiifa, meaning clean or pure.”/nah-DEE-foh/femaleNadiira“Arabic-derived — precious, rare, and exceptional”/nah-DEE-rah/femaleNadiya“Arabic-derived female name associated with dew, freshness, tenderness, or delicacy; it may also be related to “caller.””/nah-DEE-yah/femaleNadwa“Arabic-derived: a gathering, assembly, council, or meeting.”/NAD-wa/femaleNafisa“[Arabic-derived] Precious, delicate, and valuable”/na-FEE-sa/femaleNajah“Successful and determined to reach her goals”/NAH-jah/femaleNajax“A successful child who brings pride and happiness”/NAH-jakh/femaleNajiiba“A noble woman admired for her character and dignity”/na-JEE-ba/femaleNajiya“Arabic-derived feminine name meaning saved, safe, rescued, or survivor.”/NAJ-i-ya/femaleNajla“Arabic-derived — bright-eyed and strikingly beautiful”/NAJ-lah/femaleNajma“A shining star in the family”/NAJ-ma/femaleNajwa“Arabic-derived: secret conversation, confidential discourse, or intimate whispering.”/NAJ-wah/femaleNasma“Arabic-derived; a gentle, refreshing breeze”/NAS-ma/femaleNasra“Victory, help, and the strength to prevail”/NAHS-rah/femaleNasteexo“A woman whose words offer wise and caring counsel”/nas-TEE-ho/femaleNawaal“Arabic Nawāl: gift, bestowal, favor, or attainment.”/na-WAAL/femaleNawal“Arabic-derived — a gift, blessing, or graceful favor”/nah-WAHL/femaleNaxariis“A compassionate person who treats others with mercy”/nah-ha-REES/anyNimco“Arabic-derived in origin but deeply established in Somali: blessing, favor, and good fortune”/NIM-koh/femaleNusayba“Arabic-derived: a strong and honored woman’s name, associated with courage and devotion”/nu-SAY-ba/femaleNuur“A child who fills the family with light”/NOOR/anyQalanjo“A graceful and beautiful young woman”/qa-LAN-jo/femaleQamar“Gentle and luminous like the moon”/QA-mar/anyQudsiya“Arabic Qudsiyya: holy, sacred, or sanctified.”/kood-see-ya/femaleQuman“Somali quman: proper, fitting, good, or upright; as a name it conveys admirable character.”/QU-man/femaleRabab“Arabic-derived; a soft white cloud and a symbol of purity”/RA-bab/femaleRabiya“Arabic Rabīʿa/Rabiya: spring; the name is also historically associated with “the fourth.””/ra-BI-ya/femaleRaghad“A life of comfort, happiness, and abundance (Arabic-derived)”/RA-ghad/femaleRahaf“Delicate, fine, or gentle.”/RA-haf/femaleRahima“Merciful, compassionate.”/ra-HEE-ma/femaleRahma“Arabic-derived: mercy and kindness”/RAH-ma/femaleRaihana“Fragrant basil, sweet herb, or a fragrant flower.”/ray-HA-na/femaleRajo“Hope for a bright and happy future”/RAH-joh/anyRania“One who gazes attentively; looking intently.”/RAH-nee-a/femaleRashiida“A wise woman with sound judgment”/rah-SHEE-dah/femaleRawan“A widely used Arabic feminine name whose exact lexical origin is disputed; popular explanations connect it with flowing or running.”/RA-wan/femaleRaxma“Arabic-derived: mercy, compassion, and God’s tender grace”/RAKH-ma/femaleRayhaan“A fragrant and refreshing presence in the family”/ray-HAAN/anyReem“White gazelle.”/REEM/femaleRiham“Gentle rain bringing refreshment and blessing (Arabic-derived)”/ree-HAAM/femaleRooda“Arabic-derived — a garden, meadow, or flourishing place”/ROH-dah/femaleRuqiya“Ruqayya/Ruqiya is traditionally connected with rising or ascent; it is also the name of the Prophet Muhammad's daughter.”/roo-KEE-yah/femaleRuqiyo“Somali form of Ruqiya/Ruqayya, traditionally connected with rising or ascent.”/roo-QEE-yoh/femaleRuun“Beautiful and graceful”/ROON/femaleSaabiira“A patient and resilient woman”/sah-BEE-rah/femaleSaabira“Arabic-derived: patient, steadfast, and faithful through life’s trials”/SAA-bi-ra/femaleSaadiqa“A sincere and honest woman”/sah-DEE-qah/femaleSaado“Fortunate, happy, and blessed with a good destiny”/SAA-do/femaleSaafi“Pure-hearted, sincere, and clear in spirit”/SAA-fee/anySaalima“Safe, peaceful, and blessed with well-being”/SAA-li-mah/femaleSaalixa“A woman of goodness and upright character”/sah-LEE-khah/femaleSaamiya“An Arabic-derived name meaning exalted or elevated in status and character”/saa-MEE-yah/femaleSaba“Arabic ṣabā: a gentle easterly wind or breeze, often poetically associated with morning—not an evening breeze.”/SAH-bah/femaleSabira“Patient, enduring, and quietly strong”/SAH-bee-rah/femaleSabrin“Arabic-derived: patience and steadfastness through faith”/sah-BREEN/femaleSaciida“Happy, fortunate, and blessed”/sa-EE-da/femaleSafa“Arabic-derived: pure-hearted, serene, and clear in spirit”/SAH-fa/femaleSafiya“Arabic-derived: pure and chosen”/sa-FEE-ya/femaleSagal“Somali/Cushitic: the one who comes after a difficult time”/SA-gal/femaleSahar“Arabic-derived; the calm beauty of the hours before dawn”/SA-har/femaleSahra“Strong, enduring, and beautiful like the desert landscape”/SAH-ra/femaleSakiina“Peaceful, calm, and serene”/sa-KEE-na/femaleSakina“A calm and peaceful woman who brings serenity to others”/sah-KEE-nah/femaleSalma“A peaceful and serene woman”/SAHL-mah/femaleSalsabil“Arabic-derived: a pure, refreshing spring and a beautiful promise of Paradise”/sal-sa-BEEL/femaleSalwa“A comforting presence and a source of solace”/SAL-wa/femaleSamah“Arabic-derived; generosity, forgiveness, and a gracious heart”/sa-MAAH/femaleSamar“Arabic-derived — warm companionship and gentle evening conversation”/SAH-mar/femaleSamiha“Generous, gracious, and forgiving”/sa-MEE-ha/femaleSamiira“Arabic-derived: an uplifting and pleasant companion”/sah-MEE-rah/femaleSamira“An Arabic-derived name meaning pleasant companion in evening conversation”/sah-MEE-rah/femaleSamo“A good and peaceful woman, bringing harmony to those around her”/SAH-mo/femaleSareedo“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/sa-RAY-do/femaleSawsan“Arabic-derived — a fragrant lily or flower”/SAW-san/femaleSeynab“Arabic-derived form of Zaynab, traditionally the name of a fragrant flowering plant.”/SAY-nab/femaleShadiya“Arabic-derived: a female singer, chanter, or one who sings melodiously.”/sha-DEE-ya/femaleShahd“Arabic-derived: honey.”/SHAHD/femaleShahida“Arabic-derived: female witness; it can also be understood as “one who testifies.””/sha-HEE-da/femaleShahiida“Arabic-derived: female martyr.”/sha-HEE-da/femaleShamsi“A warm, bright presence who brings light to others”/SHAM-see/anyShamso“Somali/Cushitic: a ray of sunshine”/SHAM-so/femaleShariifa“[Arabic-derived] Noble, dignified, and deeply respected”/sha-REE-fa/femaleShifaa“Healing, restoration, and well-being (Arabic-derived)”/shi-FAA/femaleShukri“Arabic-derived: gratitude and heartfelt thanks to God”/SHOOK-ree/anyShukriya“A daughter received with grateful joy”/shook-REE-yah/femaleSidra“Arabic-derived: lote tree; it may evoke the Quranic Sidrat al-Muntahā, the lote tree of the utmost boundary.”/SID-ra/femaleSiraad“A Somali-used female name associated with light or a lamp; its use may overlap in sense with Arabic Sirāj.”/si-RAAD/femaleSucaad“An Arabic-derived name meaning happiness and good fortune”/soo-AAD/femaleSugan“Somali: secure, firm, assured, or certain.”/SOO-gan/femaleSuha“Arabic: a small star or celestial light; a gentle, luminous name”/SU-ha/femaleSuldaana“[Arabic-derived] A queenly woman of authority and distinction”/sul-DAA-na/femaleSumaya“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/soo-MAY-yah/femaleSumayo“Exalted or high-ranking; a Somali/Arabic form of Sumayya.”/soo-MY-oh/femaleSundus“An Arabic-derived Quranic name meaning fine silk, suggesting beauty and preciousness”/SOON-doos/femaleSuraya“Arabic-derived: the Pleiades, a beautiful cluster of stars”/soo-RAY-yah/femaleSuuban“A virtuous, kind-hearted woman with admirable character”/SOO-ban/femaleTahira“Pure, clean, chaste, or virtuous.”/ta-HEE-ra/femaleTaqwa“A deeply faithful and God-conscious heart (Arabic-derived)”/TAK-wa/femaleTasnim“The name of a spring or fountain in Paradise, mentioned in the Quran.”/tas-NEEM/femaleTawakal“Arabic-derived: trust and reliance on God”/tah-wah-KAL/femaleTawhida“Oneness or unity, especially the oneness of God; monotheism.”/taw-HEE-da/femaleTayba“Good-hearted, wholesome, and pure in character”/TAY-ba/femaleThabita“A steadfast girl with enduring inner strength”/thah-BEE-tah/femaleThurayya“A bright and beautiful constellation in the night sky”/thoo-RAY-ya/femaleTuhfa“A precious gift and blessing to the family”/TOOF-a/femaleUbah“Somali: a flower, symbolizing beauty and blossoming promise”/OO-bah/femaleUbax“A beautiful flower who brings brightness and joy”/oo-BAKH/femaleUgaaso“[Cushitic Somali] A woman of leadership, dignity, and chiefly standing”/oo-GAA-so/femaleUgbaad“A Cushitic Somali name associated with prosperity, blessing, and flourishing”/oog-BAAD/femaleUlya“Exalted, aspiring high, and honored”/OOL-ya/femaleWacan“Good, gracious, and wonderful”/WA-kan/anyWafaa“Loyalty, faithfulness, and keeping one’s promises (Arabic-derived)”/wa-FAA/femaleWajiha“Arabic-derived — honored, respected, and admirable”/wah-JEE-hah/femaleWajiida“Arabic Wajīda/Wajida: one who finds or perceives; the name can also be associated with deep feeling.”/wa-JEE-da/femaleWalaa“Arabic-derived; loyalty, friendship, and wholehearted devotion”/wa-LAA/femaleWarda“A beautiful and cherished rose”/WAR-da/femaleWaris“Arabic-derived Waris/Wārith: heir or inheritor.”/WAH-ris/femaleWarsan“A Somali female name associated with good news; it is built on war, “news.””/war-SAN/femaleWidaad“Affectionate, loving, and warm-hearted”/wi-DAAD/femaleWisal“Arabic wiṣāl: union, joining, closeness, or reunion.”/wi-SAAL/femaleXabiiba“A beloved and treasured daughter”/kha-BEE-ba/femaleXagaa“Warm, bright, and full of sunny energy”/ha-GAA/anyXaliimo“Gentle, patient, and kind-hearted”/kha-LEE-mo/femaleXamda“Arabic-derived: praise and gratitude”/HAM-dah/femaleXamdi“Arabic-derived: praise and thankful acknowledgment of God”/HAM-dee/femaleXamdiya“Arabic-derived: one who praises God with gratitude”/ham-DEE-ya/femaleXiddig“A bright star whose presence guides and inspires”/HID-dig/anyXikmo“Wisdom, good judgment, and thoughtful character”/HIK-mo/femaleXoriyo“A Cushitic Somali name meaning freedom, carrying a beautiful hope for an independent life”/khoh-REE-yoh/femaleXurmo“Somali: respect, honor, dignity.”/KHOOR-moh/femaleYaqiin“Arabic-derived: certainty, conviction, assurance, faith.”/ya-keen/anyYasmiin“Fragrant and graceful like the jasmine flower”/yas-MEEN/femaleYumna“Blessed, fortunate, and full of promise (Arabic-derived)”/YUM-na/femaleYurub“Somali word/name for Europe; it is used as a female personal name.”/YOO-roob/femaleYusra“An Arabic-derived name meaning ease, prosperity, and a life made gentle”/YOOS-rah/femaleZahida“Arabic-derived; devout, conscientious, and devoted to faith”/za-HEE-da/femaleZahra“A radiant child who blossoms beautifully”/ZAH-ra/femaleZakiya“An Arabic-derived name meaning pure, virtuous, and spiritually admirable”/zah-KEE-yah/femaleZamzam“An Arabic-derived name associated with the sacred Zamzam well in Mecca”/ZAM-zam/femaleZaynab“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/ZAY-nab/femaleZeynab“Somali/Arabic spelling variant of Zaynab; a traditional female name with disputed etymology, often associated with a fragrant flowering plant or “father’s adornment.””/ZAY-nab/femaleZubeyda“Arabic feminine name meaning “little butter,” and by extension “the finest part,” “essence,” or “choice one.””/zoo-BAY-dah/femaleZuleikha“A traditional Somali name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/zoo-LAY-kha/femaleZunaira“An Arabic/Islamic female name, often explained as “radiant” or “luminous”; it is also associated with Zunaira al-Rumiyya, an early Muslim woman.”/zoo-NAY-rah/female