Swahili boy names.
487 names — open any of them for its meaning, sound and story.
Abasi“Arabic-derived: lion; a traditional Islamic name associated with courage”/ah-BAH-see/maleAbdalla“Arabic-derived: servant of God”/ab-DAH-lah/maleAbdallah“Servant of God”/ab-DAL-lah/maleAbdul“Arabic-derived: servant of God”/ab-DOOL/maleAbdulbasit“Servant of Al-Basit, “the Expander” or “the One who enlarges/provides abundantly.””/ab-dool-bah-SEET/maleAbdulkhaliq“Servant of the Creator”/ab-dool-kha-LEEK/maleAbdulmumin“Servant of Al-Mu'min, “the Granter of security” (or faith/security).”/ab-dool-moo-MEEN/maleAbdulrahman“Servant of the Most Merciful”/ab-dool-RAH-man/maleAbdulsamad“Servant of the One on whom all depend”/ab-dool-sah-MAD/maleAbedi“Arabic-derived: devoted worshipper”/ah-BEH-dee/maleAbubakar“Arabic-derived: traditionally interpreted as the father of the young camel; a revered Islamic name”/ah-boo-BAH-kar/maleAdabu“Good manners and gracious conduct”/ah-DAH-boo/anyAdham“Dark or black; traditionally used of a dark-colored horse.”/AD-ham/maleAdib“Cultured, well-mannered, educated, or literary.”/AH-dib/maleAdil“Arabic-derived: just, fair, and upright”/AH-dil/maleAdili“An honorable boy who treats people fairly”/ah-DEE-lee/maleAdnan“One who is settled and enduring”/AD-nan/maleAfdhal“Arabic-derived name meaning “the most excellent””/AF-dhal/maleAhadi“Arabic-derived: a promise of enduring love and family continuity”/ah-HAH-dee/anyAhmad“Arabic-derived: most worthy of praise”/AH-mahd/maleAhmed“Arabic-derived: most worthy of praise”/AH-med/maleAhsan“Arabic-derived: exceptionally good or excellent”/AH-san/maleAkbar“Arabic-derived name meaning “greatest””/AK-bar/maleAkmal“Complete, excellent, and accomplished”/AK-mal/maleAkram“Especially generous and noble-hearted”/AK-ram/maleAlamin“Arabic-derived: trustworthy and faithful”/ah-lah-MEEN/anyAlawi“Related to Ali; of Ali or a descendant/follower of Ali.”/ah-LAH-wee/maleAlhamisi“A child born on Thursday”/al-hah-MEE-see/anyAli“Arabic-derived: noble, exalted, and elevated”/AH-lee/maleAlmasi“A diamond—strong, brilliant, and precious”/al-MAH-see/anyAmal“Arabic-derived: hope and aspiration”/ah-MAHL/anyAmani“Arabic-derived through Swahili: peace, safety, and security”/ah-MAH-nee/anyAmin“A trustworthy and faithful man”/ah-MEEN/maleAmir“Arabic-derived: leader, commander, or prince”/ah-MEER/maleAmiri“A natural leader with princely dignity”/ah-MEE-ree/maleAmmar“Long-lived; one who inhabits, builds, or maintains a place.”/am-MAR/maleAnas“A warm, companionable presence”/AN-as/maleAnis“Arabic-derived: a warm and friendly companion”/AH-nis/maleAnwar“Arabic-derived: more radiant or full of light”/AN-war/maleAqil“Wise, intelligent, and thoughtful”/a-KEEL/maleArafat“Arabic-derived: associated with the sacred plain of Arafat and the Hajj pilgrimage”/ah-rah-FAHT/maleArham“Arabic-derived name meaning “most compassionate””/AR-ham/maleArif“Arabic-derived: knowing, wise, and perceptive”/AH-rif/maleArshad“More rightly guided; more mature or discerning.”/AR-shad/maleAsad“Arabic-derived: lion; a name expressing strength and courage”/AH-sad/maleAsante“Thank you; thanks.”/ah-SAN-teh/anyAsghar“The younger, smaller, or youngest one.”/AS-gar/maleAshraf“Arabic-derived: most honorable or noble”/ASH-raf/maleAsif“Traditionally associated with Asif ibn Barkhiya in Islamic tradition; it is often glossed as “forgiving.””/AH-sif/maleAsim“Protective and steadfast”/AH-sim/maleAslam“Safer, more secure, or more peaceful.”/AS-lam/maleAtif“Arabic-derived name meaning “kind-hearted” or “compassionate””/AH-tif/maleAtiq“Free, noble, and honorable”/ah-TEEK/maleAwadh“Compensation, recompense, substitute, or something given in return.”/AH-wadh/maleAyaz“A Persian name meaning cool breeze or refreshing air.”/ah-YAZ/maleAyman“Blessed with good fortune”/AY-man/maleAzam“Greatest, grandest, or most mighty.”/AH-zam/maleAzhar“Radiant and bright in spirit”/AZ-har/maleAzim“Arabic-derived: resolute, great, and determined”/ah-ZEEM/maleAziz“Arabic-derived: precious, powerful, and dearly loved”/ah-ZEEZ/maleBadr“Arabic-derived; associated with the full moon and the celebrated Battle of Badr”/BAH-dar/maleBaha“Arabic-derived: radiant, splendid, and full of promise”/BA-ha/maleBahari“The sea—vast, beautiful, and full of life”/bah-HAH-ree/anyBahati“Arabic-derived; good fortune or luck”/bah-HAH-tee/anyBakari“Arabic-derived; an early-born child, or one who is noble and promising”/bah-KAH-ree/maleBakhit“Fortunate and blessed”/bah-KHEET/maleBaqir“Arabic-derived name meaning “learned” or “one who possesses deep knowledge””/BAH-kir/maleBaraa“Innocence; freedom from guilt or blame.”/bah-RAH-ah/maleBaraka“Arabic-derived; blessing or divine favor”/bah-RAH-kah/anyBashar“Human being; person or mankind.”/BA-shar/maleBashir“Arabic-derived; bearer of good news”/bah-SHEER/maleBashiri“A bringer of joyful news and happiness.”/ba-SHEE-ree/maleBasim“Arabic-derived; smiling and cheerful”/BAH-sim/maleBidii“Diligence, perseverance, and a willingness to work hard”/bee-DEE-ee/anyBilal“Arabic-derived; a name associated with freshness, water, and a gentle presence”/bee-LAHL/maleBishara“Good news; glad tidings.”/bee-SHAH-rah/maleBora“Swahili lexical name; the best, excellent, or outstanding one”/BOH-rah/anyBukhari“Arabic-derived; a person connected with Bukhara, and traditionally a name of learning and religious scholarship”/boo-KHAH-ree/maleBurhan“Arabic-derived; a person of insight, wisdom, and clear understanding”/boor-HAHN/maleBusara“Good sense, wisdom, and sound judgment”/boo-SAH-rah/anyChacha“Bantu-origin East African name with established Kenyan and Tanzanian usage”/CHA-cha/maleDaudi“Arabic-derived: the Swahili form of David, meaning “beloved””/DAH-oo-dee/maleDhiya“Radiant light”/DHEE-yah/maleDini“Arabic-derived: faith or religion”/DEE-nee/anyDominic“Christian name used in Swahili-speaking communities: “belonging to the Lord””/DOM-in-ik/maleDotto“The second twin”/DOH-toh/anyDuma“Bantu-origin: a cheetah, symbolizing speed, courage, and grace”/DOO-mah/maleEbrahim“Arabic-derived name meaning father of multitudes”/eh-brah-HEEM/maleEdwin“Christian name widely used by Swahili speakers; meaning wealthy friend”/ED-win/maleEhsan“Arabic-derived name meaning kindness, goodness, or excellence”/eh-SAHN/anyEid“Arabic-derived name associated with the festival or feast day”/EED/anyEissa“Arabic-derived form of Jesus, a name associated with salvation and hope”/AY-sah/maleElibariki“Swahili Bantu name expressing the blessing, “May God bless””/eh-lee-bah-REE-kee/maleElimu“Swahili Bantu name meaning education and learning”/eh-LEE-moo/anyEman“Arabic-derived name meaning faith”/ee-MAHN/anyErasto“Name widely used in Tanzania and Kenya, meaning beloved”/eh-RAS-toh/maleEsmail“Arabic-derived form of Ishmael, traditionally understood as God hears”/es-MAH-eel/maleEvance“Christian name used by Swahili speakers, associated with good news”/eh-VANS/maleEvarist“Christian name meaning very pleasing or excellent”/eh-vah-RIST/maleFadhili“A virtuous, generous person”/fa-DEE-lee/maleFahad“A brave, swift, and strong person”/FAH-had/maleFahari“Pride, honor, and glory”/fa-HAH-ree/anyFahd“Arabic-derived name evoking the speed, courage, and grace of a leopard”/FAHD/maleFahim“An intelligent and perceptive person”/fa-HEEM/maleFahmi“A thoughtful and understanding person”/FAHM-ee/maleFaida“A blessing that brings benefit and goodness”/FAH-ee-da/anyFaisal“A decisive and fair-minded person”/FAI-sal/maleFakhruddin“Glory or pride of the religion/faith.”/fakh-roo-DEEN/maleFaraj“Relief after hardship and a welcome opening of the way”/FAH-raj/maleFaraja“Comfort and relief after difficult times”/fa-RAH-ja/anyFaraji“A source of comfort and relief”/fa-RAH-jee/maleFarid“A one-of-a-kind and dearly treasured person”/fa-REED/maleFaruq“One who distinguishes truth from falsehood; a discerner.”/fa-ROOK/maleFawaz“One who thrives and achieves success”/fa-WAZ/maleFawwaz“Highly successful and victorious”/fah-WAZ/maleFawzi“A successful person who triumphs in life”/FAW-zee/maleFazal“A child received as a gracious blessing”/FAH-zal/maleFesto“A joyful child who brings celebration”/FES-toh/maleFikiri“A thoughtful and reflective person”/fee-KEE-ree/maleFilipo“A loyal and spirited person”/fee-LEE-poh/maleFuad“Heart; also the inner self or mind.”/foo-AD/maleFumo“A strong and courageous person, like a spear”/FOO-mo/maleFuraha“Joy and happiness in the family”/foo-RAH-ha/anyFurqan“A person with discernment and a strong sense of truth”/foor-KAHN/maleGhafur“Merciful, forgiving, and gentle-hearted”/gha-FOOR/maleGhali“Precious and deeply loved”/GHAH-lee/maleGhalib“A person who triumphs and overcomes life’s challenges”/GHAH-lib/maleGhani“Prosperous, blessed, and rich in character”/GHAH-nee/maleGhanim“A successful person who is blessed with good fortune”/GHAH-nim/maleGharib“A distinctive person with an independent spirit”/gha-REEB/maleGhazali“A name connected with poetic beauty and a respected tradition of learning”/gha-ZAH-lee/maleGhazi“Brave, courageous, and victorious”/GHAH-zee/maleGhufran“A gracious life marked by forgiveness and mercy”/goof-RAHN/anyGibril“A name associated with the angel Gabriel and divine protection”/gee-BREEL/maleHabib“A dearly loved and cherished person”/ha-BEEB/maleHadi“A guide who leads others toward what is good”/HAH-dee/maleHafidh“A guardian, especially one who carefully preserves sacred knowledge”/HAH-fidh/maleHaidar“Lion; by association, brave or strong.”/HAY-dar/maleHaji“One who has made the pilgrimage to Mecca”/HAH-jee/maleHaki“Justice, integrity, and standing up for what is right”/HAH-kee/anyHakim“Wise, thoughtful, and discerning”/ha-KEEM/maleHalim“Gentle, patient, and compassionate”/ha-LEEM/maleHamad“One associated with praise and thankfulness”/HAH-mad/maleHamadi“A praised and honorable person”/ha-MAH-dee/maleHamdan“Connected with praise or commendation; often interpreted as “praiseworthy.””/ham-DAHN/maleHamdani“Of or belonging to Hamdan; a name associated with Hamdan, an Arabic personal/tribal name.”/ham-DAH-nee/maleHamid“A praiseworthy person whose good qualities are recognized”/ha-MEED/maleHamisi“Born on Thursday”/ha-MEE-see/maleHammad“One who praises often; greatly praising.”/ham-MAD/maleHamza“Strong, courageous, and steadfast”/HAM-zah/maleHani“A joyful and good-natured person”/HAH-nee/maleHarith“A hardworking person who cultivates good things”/HAH-rith/maleHarun“A respected name recalling the prophet Aaron”/ha-ROON/maleHashim“A generous and capable person”/HAH-sheem/maleHassan“Good-hearted, handsome, and admirable”/ha-SAN/maleHatim“Decisive and resolute”/HA-tim/maleHekima“Wisdom and good judgment”/heh-KEE-mah/anyHemed“A praiseworthy and honorable person”/HEH-med/maleHeri“Good fortune and a blessed life.”/HEH-ree/anyHeshima“Arabic-derived: a child who brings honor and respect to the family”/heh-SHEE-mah/anyHilal“A new beginning and a bright crescent in the night sky”/hee-LAHL/maleHilali“A new crescent moon and a hopeful beginning”/hee-LAH-lee/maleHilmi“Patient, gentle, and forbearing”/HIL-mee/maleHisham“A generous and open-hearted person”/hee-SHAM/maleHuba“Love and deep affection”/HOO-bah/anyHud“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/HOOD/maleHuru“Freedom and an independent spirit”/HOO-roo/anyHusein“A cherished and admirable person”/hoo-SAYN/maleHussein“A cherished and virtuous child; a revered Islamic name”/hoo-SAYN/maleHuzaifa“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/hoo-ZAY-fa/maleIbrahim“Arabic-derived; God is exalted”/ee-brah-HEEM/maleIddi“Arabic-derived; a joyful name associated with Eid and celebration”/EED-dee/maleIdris“Arabic-derived; a prophet’s name, traditionally associated with learning and wisdom”/EED-ris/maleIhab“Giving, bestowal, or a gift granted.”/ee-HAB/maleIhsan“Arabic-derived; goodness, kindness, and excellence”/ih-SAN/anyIjumaa“Swahili-origin; born on Friday, a day of blessing and community”/ee-joo-MAH-ah/anyIkhlas“Sincere devotion and a pure heart”/ikh-LAHS/anyIkram“Arabic-derived; generosity, honor, and kindness”/ik-RAM/anyIlham“Arabic-derived; inspiration and a gift of understanding”/il-HAM/anyIlyas“Arabic-derived; a prophet’s name, associated with devotion and patience”/il-YAS/maleImad“A strong support for the people he loves”/ee-MAD/maleImani“Arabic-derived; faith, trust, and confidence in God”/ee-MAH-nee/anyImara“Swahili/Bantu-origin; strong, firm, and resilient”/ee-MAH-rah/anyImran“Arabic-derived; strong in faith and devoted to God”/im-RAN/anyImtiaz“Arabic: distinction, excellence, or special merit.”/im-tee-AHZ/maleInsaf“Arabic-derived; justice, fairness, and integrity”/in-SAF/anyIrfan“Arabic-derived; knowledge, insight, and wisdom”/ir-FAN/maleIshaq“Arabic-derived; a prophet’s name, associated with steadfast faith”/is-HAHK/maleIskandar“Arabic-derived; a noble and powerful name associated with Alexander”/is-kan-DAR/maleIsmail“Arabic-derived; God hears and answers”/is-mah-EEL/maleIssa“A revered prophetic name referring to Jesus”/EE-sah/maleIyad“Support, strength, and protection”/ee-YAD/maleIzzuddin“Arabic: glory, might, or honor of the faith/religion.”/iz-ood-DEEN/maleJabali“Strong and steadfast like a mountain”/jah-BAH-lee/maleJabari“Arabic-derived: brave, strong, and courageous”/jah-BAH-ree/maleJabir“A comforting, restorative presence”/JAH-beer/maleJafari“A gentle stream of goodness”/jah-FAH-ree/maleJalal“A dignified boy with a strong and admirable presence”/jah-LAHL/maleJalil“Arabic-derived name meaning “great” or “exalted””/jah-LEEL/maleJamal“Beautiful in character and spirit”/jah-MAHL/maleJamil“A handsome and gracious person”/jah-MEEL/maleJasiri“Brave, courageous, and confident”/jah-SEE-ree/anyJawad“Generous and open-hearted”/ja-WAD/maleJibril“A strong and faithful servant of God”/jib-REEL/maleJoyce“Joyful and full of gladness”/JOYS/anyJuhudi“One who approaches life with determination”/joo-HOO-dee/anyJuma“Born on Friday, a day of blessing and togetherness”/JOO-mah/maleJumaa“Born on Friday, a day of blessing and togetherness”/JOO-mah/maleJumamosi“A child born on Saturday”/joo-mah-MOH-see/anyJumanne“Born on Tuesday”/joo-MAHN-neh/maleJumapili“A child born on Sunday”/joo-mah-PEE-lee/anyJumatano“A child born on Wednesday”/joo-mah-TAH-noh/anyJumatatu“A child born on Monday”/joo-mah-TAH-too/anyJustus“A fair, honest, and principled person”/JUS-tus/maleKadir“Capable, strong, and able to accomplish great things”/ka-DEER/maleKamal“Perfection, beauty, and completeness”/ka-MAAL/maleKamil“Complete, whole, and wonderfully formed”/ka-MEEL/maleKarim“Generous, gracious, and noble-hearted”/ka-REEM/maleKassim“A fair-minded person who shares generously”/ka-SEEM/maleKhadim“Arabic: servant, attendant, or one who serves.”/KHAH-dim/maleKhairi“Arabic: goodness, virtue, or benevolence.”/KHAY-ree/maleKhalfan“A welcomed successor who carries the family forward”/KHAL-fan/maleKhalid“Everlasting and enduring”/kha-LEED/maleKhalifa“A worthy successor and responsible leader”/kha-LEE-fa/maleKhalil“A loyal and cherished friend”/kha-LEEL/maleKhamis“Born on Thursday”/KHA-mees/maleKhatib“Arabic: preacher, sermon-giver, public speaker, or orator.”/kha-TEEB/maleKhayri“Good-hearted and generous”/KHAY-ree/maleKheri“Goodness, blessing, and all that is beneficial”/KHEH-ree/anyKibwana“Kiswahili: young man, little master, or gentleman.”/kee-BWAH-nah/maleKito“A precious treasure and source of joy”/KEE-toh/anyKulwa“The first twin”/KOOL-wah/anyLabib“Intelligent, discerning, sensible.”/la-BEEB/maleLaith“Lion.”/LAYTH/maleLameck“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/LA-mek/maleLatif“Arabic-derived: kind, gentle, and gracious”/la-TEEF/maleLazaro“Swahili form of Lazarus: God has helped”/la-ZA-ro/maleLivingstone“English surname-derived Christian name, used especially in Tanzania; associated with the celebrated missionary and explorer David Livingstone”/LIV-ing-ston/maleLukman“Arabic-derived Qur'anic name associated with wisdom and sound judgment”/LOOK-man/maleMafanikio“Success, progress, and flourishing achievements”/mah-fah-nee-KEE-oh/anyMagesa“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/mah-GEH-sah/maleMahfudh“Protected, preserved, safeguarded.”/mah-FOODH/maleMahfuz“Safeguarded and watched over”/mah-FOOZ/maleMahir“Skilled, capable, and accomplished”/MAH-hir/maleMahmoud“Praiseworthy and greatly admired”/mah-MOOD/maleMajid“Glorious, honored, and noble”/mah-JEED/maleMakame“A Swahili/Comorian male name in regional use; the asserted Arabic derivation and exact meaning are not reliably established.”/mah-KAH-meh/maleMalik“A boy with the dignity and confidence of a king”/MAH-leek/maleMansour“Victorious and strengthened to overcome challenges”/man-SOOR/maleMansur“Victorious and supported on the path to success”/man-SOOR/maleMapendo“Love and deep affection”/mah-PEN-doh/anyMaqbul“Accepted, approved, or welcomed.”/MAHK-bool/maleMaridadi“Elegant, stylish, beautiful, or well-presented.”/mah-ree-dah-DEE/anyMarjani“Coral.”/mar-JAH-nee/maleMaruf“Honorable, respected, and known for goodness”/mah-ROOF/maleMarwan“Flint stone; also associated with an aromatic plant in Arabic.”/MAR-wan/maleMarzuq“Provided for; blessed with sustenance.”/mar-ZOOK/maleMashauri“Wise, thoughtful, and a source of good counsel”/mah-SHAH-oo-ree/maleMasika“A child born during the rainy season”/mah-SEE-kah/anyMasoud“Fortunate and joyful”/mah-SOOD/maleMatumaini“The hopes and joyful expectations placed in a beloved child.”/ma-too-ma-EE-nee/anyMaulidi“A boy born during the Maulidi festival”/mow-LEE-dee/maleMazin“Rain-bearing cloud, a lovely image of blessing”/MAH-zin/maleMbaraka“Blessed and surrounded by good fortune”/m-bah-RAH-kah/maleMfalme“A son with royal dignity and leadership”/m-FAHL-meh/maleMfaume“A coastal Swahili/Comorian form meaning “king” or “ruler.””/m-FAH-oo-meh/maleMgeni““Guest,” “visitor,” or sometimes “stranger.””/m-GEH-nee/maleMiftah“A key that opens the way”/MIF-tah/maleMiqdad“A historic Muslim name associated with courage and loyalty”/mik-DAHD/maleMkombozi“A rescuer and bringer of freedom”/m-kom-BOH-zee/maleMokhtar“Chosen, honored, and specially favored”/MOKH-tar/maleMosi“The firstborn child”/MOH-see/anyMoyo“Bantu-origin name meaning “heart,” warmly suggesting courage, love, and inner strength”/MOH-yoh/maleMshindi“The one who wins and overcomes”/m-SHEEN-dee/maleMtemi“A natural leader with dignity and authority”/m-TEH-mee/maleMuadh“A name connected with praise and devotion”/MOO-ahdh/maleMuawiya“A historic Arabic name with an old association to a young fox”/moo-ah-WEE-ya/maleMubarak“A blessing and a source of good fortune”/moo-BAH-rak/maleMubin“Clear-minded, honest, and radiant in character”/moo-BEEN/maleMuharamu“A boy born during Muharram”/moo-hah-RAH-moo/maleMuhsin“A kind boy who brings goodness and generosity into the world”/MOOKH-sin/maleMuin“Arabic-derived: a dependable helper and source of support”/moo-EEN/maleMujahid“One who perseveres bravely and strives for what is right”/moo-JAH-hid/maleMujtaba“Chosen and cherished”/muj-TAH-bah/maleMumtaz““Distinguished,” “excellent,” or “outstanding.””/MOOM-taz/anyMunawir“One who brings light and brightness”/moo-nah-WEER/maleMunir“Radiant, illuminating, and full of light”/moo-NEER/maleMurtaza“Approved, respected, and worthy of esteem”/moor-TAH-zah/maleMusa“A faithful and enduring name associated with Moses”/MOO-sah/maleMuslim“Devoted and faithful”/MOOS-lim/maleMustafa“The chosen one, especially favored and precious”/moos-TAH-fah/maleMustaqim““Upright,” “straight,” or steadfast on the right path.”/moos-tah-KEEM/maleMvua“A child born in the rain”/MVOO-ah/anyMvumilivu“Patient strength and the ability to endure”/m-voo-mee-LEE-voo/anyMwamba“Strong, steady, and resilient as a rock”/MWAHM-bah/maleMwamini“Trusting, faithful, and dependable”/mwah-MEE-nee/anyMwangaza“A bright light and source of hope”/mwan-GAH-zah/anyMwema“A good and kind-hearted person”/MWEH-mah/anyMwezi“The moon—gentle light in the night sky”/MWEH-zee/anyMwinyi“A respected man of standing and authority”/m-WEE-nyee/maleMwita“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/MWEE-tah/maleNabil“Noble and honorable”/nah-BEEL/maleNadir“Arabic-derived name meaning “rare” or “precious””/NAH-deer/maleNaim“Blessed with peace and happiness”/NAH-eem/maleNaji“One who comes safely through difficulties”/NAH-jee/maleNajib“Noble and respected”/nah-JEEB/maleNasibu“One whose life is blessed with good fortune”/nah-SEE-boo/maleNasir“A supportive helper and champion”/NAH-seer/maleNawfal“Arabic-derived masculine name meaning “generous person”; it can also connote abundance or a handsome young man.”/NAW-fal/maleNazim“Arabic-derived masculine name meaning “organizer,” “arranger,” or “one who puts things in order.””/NAH-zim/maleNguvu“Strength and inner power”/NGOO-voo/anyNizam“Arabic-derived masculine name meaning “order,” “system,” or “organization.””/nee-ZAM/maleNizar“Arabic masculine name traditionally understood as relating to smallness, scarcity, or being little/few.”/nee-ZAR/maleNuhu“A patient and faithful person”/NOO-hoo/maleNuru“A radiant light in the lives of others”/NOO-roo/anyNyota“A shining star in the family”/nyoh-TAH/anyOmar“A classic Arabic name associated with long life, flourishing, and vitality.”/OH-mar/maleOmari“A name carrying the blessing of a flourishing, fruitful life.”/oh-MAH-ree/maleOmary“A name carrying the blessing of a flourishing, fruitful life.”/oh-MAH-ree/maleOmbeni“A heartfelt reminder to pray, hope, and seek blessings.”/oh-MBEN-ee/maleOnesmo“A warm name wishing a child to be helpful, valued, and a blessing to others.”/oh-NESS-moh/maleOthman“A classic Arabic name traditionally associated with a young bustard bird.”/OTH-man/malePambazuko“Bantu-origin: dawn, symbolizing a new beginning and hope”/pahm-bah-ZOO-koh/anyPaskali“Christian name associated with Easter and the joy of renewal”/pahs-KAH-lee/malePaulo“Christian form of Paul, traditionally understood as “humble” or “small””/POW-loh/malePendo“Bantu-origin: love and affection”/PEN-doh/anyPetro“Christian form of Peter: “rock,” suggesting strength and steadfastness”/PEH-troh/malePili“Bantu-origin: the second-born child, or a cherished second blessing”/PEE-lee/anyPius“Christian name meaning “devout,” “faithful,” or “kind-hearted””/PIE-us/maleQadir“Capable, strong, and able to accomplish great things”/KAH-deer/maleQamar“Moonlight—soft, calm, and beautiful”/KAH-mar/anyQamaruddin“The moon of faith—one whose faith brings light”/KAH-mar-oo-deen/maleQasim“One who shares fairly and generously”/KAH-sim/maleQays“Traditional Arabic masculine name, historically associated with Qays ibn al-Mulawwah of the Layla and Majnun tradition.”/KAYS/maleQudrat“Strength and the ability to meet life’s challenges”/KOOD-rat/anyQurban“A cherished offering and a life devoted to what is good”/KOOR-bahn/maleRabi“Arabic-derived masculine name meaning “spring” or “springtime.””/RAH-bee/maleRafi“Arabic-derived masculine name meaning “high,” “exalted,” or “one who raises/elevates.””/RAH-fee/maleRafiq“A faithful and kind companion”/ra-FEEK/maleRahim“Merciful and compassionate”/rah-HEEM/maleRajabu“Born in the month of Rajab”/rah-JAH-boo/maleRamadhani“Born during Ramadan, a blessed month of devotion”/rah-mah-DHAH-nee/maleRashad“Guided by wisdom and good judgment”/ra-SHAD/maleRashid“Rightly guided and wise”/rah-SHEED/maleRashidi“Wise, mature, and guided toward what is right”/rah-SHEE-dee/maleRaufu“Exceptionally gentle, kind, and compassionate”/rah-OO-foo/maleRayan“Variant transliteration of Rayyan, meaning “well-watered,” “lush,” or “full/quenched”; Rayyan is also the traditional name of a gate of Paradise for those who fast.”/ray-YAN/maleRayyan“Arabic masculine name meaning “well-watered,” “lush,” or “quenched”; also the traditional name of a gate of Paradise for those who fast.”/RAY-yan/maleRidhwan“A child associated with God’s pleasure and loving acceptance”/RITH-wahn/maleRifat“Elevation, dignity, and high standing”/REE-fat/maleSaad“A fortunate child destined for happiness”/SAH-ad/maleSabir“Patient, steady, and strong through every season”/SAH-beer/maleSaburi“A patient and enduring man”/sah-BOO-ree/maleSadiq“A truthful, sincere, and trustworthy man”/SAH-deek/maleSaid“A joyful and fortunate child”/sah-EED/maleSaidi“Happy, fortunate, and blessed”/sah-EE-dee/maleSaif“Strong, courageous, and protective”/SAYF/maleSajid“One who prostrates in worship; a worshipper.”/SAH-jid/maleSajjad“One who frequently prostrates in worship; very devout.”/saj-JAD/maleSalah“A child of goodness and upright character”/SAH-lah/maleSalama“Peaceful and safe”/sah-LAH-mah/anySaleh“Righteous, kind, and virtuous”/SAH-leh/maleSalih“A righteous and virtuous man”/SAH-leeh/maleSalim“Safe, healthy, and at peace”/sah-LEEM/maleSalum“Safe, sound, and well”/sah-LOOM/maleSelemani“Peaceful and wise”/seh-leh-MAH-nee/maleShaaban“Born in Shaaban, a month of spiritual preparation”/shah-AH-ban/maleShaban“A child welcomed in a sacred and memorable season”/shah-BAHN/maleShabani“A child associated with a sacred and memorable season”/shah-BAH-nee/maleShafii“Intercessor or advocate; also associated with the Shafi'i Islamic legal tradition.”/sha-FEE-ee/maleShakir“Thankful and appreciative”/SHA-kir/maleShamsi“Sunny and radiant”/SHAM-see/anyShamsuddin“Sun of the faith/religion.”/shams-oo-DEEN/maleShangwe“Rejoicing and celebration at a child’s arrival.”/SHANG-weh/anySharif“Noble-hearted and honorable”/shah-REEF/maleSharifu“A noble and honorable son”/shah-REE-foo/maleShawali“A boy born during Shawwal”/shah-WAH-lee/maleShihab“Flame, blazing fire, or meteor/shooting star.”/shi-HAB/maleShomari“A Swahili/East African name commonly glossed as “strong,” “powerful,” or “forceful.””/sho-MAH-ree/maleShujaa“A courageous hero with a brave heart”/shoo-JAH-ah/anyShukrani“A child welcomed with deep gratitude and thankfulness.”/shoo-KRA-nee/anyShukri“A reminder to live with gratitude”/SHOOK-ree/anyShukuru“Thankful and grateful”/shoo-KOO-roo/anySiddiq“Arabic-derived: deeply truthful and sincere”/sid-DEEK/maleSifa“A child worthy of praise”/SEE-fah/anySimba“Brave, powerful, and courageous like a lion”/SEEM-bah/anySinan“Spearhead; a traditional image of courage and readiness”/see-NAN/maleSita“The sixth-born child”/SEE-tah/anySudi“An East African Muslim usage, probably related to Arabic سعيد (Sa‘id): “fortunate,” “happy,” or “lucky.””/SOO-dee/maleSufian“A traditional Swahili name carried through generations — its exact literal meaning isn't recorded, which is part of its story”/soo-fee-AHN/maleSuhaib“Arabic-derived: commonly understood as “reddish” or “reddish-haired.” It is also the name of the Prophet Muhammad’s companion Suhayb al-Rumi.”/soo-HAYB/maleSuhail“Arabic-derived: “Canopus,” a bright star; it can also carry senses such as “easy” or “gentle.””/soo-HAYL/maleSuleiman“Peaceful and wise”/soo-lay-MAHN/maleSultan“A strong and dignified leader”/SOOL-tahn/maleTabasamu“A smile; a joyful, bright presence”/tah-bah-SAH-moo/anyTaha“A cherished Quranic name, traditionally left with its sacred mystery”/TAH-hah/maleTahir“Pure-hearted and sincere”/tah-HEER/maleTaji“A crown; someone precious and honored”/TAH-jee/anyTajiri“Prosperous and successful”/tah-JEE-ree/maleTajuddin“A noble crown of faith”/tah-joo-DEEN/maleTalha“Arabic-derived: the name of a type of tree, traditionally identified as an acacia or banana tree in differing accounts.”/TAL-ha/maleTalib“A seeker of knowledge and wisdom”/tah-LEEB/maleTamim“Whole, complete, and strong in character”/tah-MEEM/maleTano“The fifth-born child”/TAH-noh/anyTaqi“Devout, mindful, and reverent”/TAH-kee/maleTariq“A guiding morning star and a welcome arrival”/tah-REEK/maleTatu“Three; a name associated with fullness and distinction”/TAH-too/anyTaufiq“Blessed success and divine guidance”/tow-FEEK/maleTausi“Beauty, dignity, and colorful confidence”/TOW-see/anyTawakal“A life grounded in trust in God”/tah-wah-KAHL/anyTayib“Good-hearted, kind, and wholesome”/TAH-yib/maleTegemeo“A source of hope and dependable support”/teh-geh-MEH-oh/anyTembo“The elephant—strong, wise, and steady”/TEM-boh/maleTendo“A person whose actions make a difference”/TEN-doh/anyThabit“Steady, dependable, and strong in faith”/THAH-bit/maleThabiti“Steadfast and dependable in every challenge”/tha-BEE-tee/maleThamani“Precious, valued, and dearly loved”/thah-MAH-nee/anyThaqib“Arabic-derived: “piercing,” “penetrating,” or “bright/shining,” notably used of a piercing star.”/THAH-kib/maleTimotheo“One who honors God”/tee-moh-THEH-oh/maleTito“A respected and honorable person”/TEE-toh/maleTomas“A beloved twin or companion”/TOH-mahs/maleTukufu“Glorious, honored, and worthy of praise”/too-KOO-foo/anyTumaini“Hope for a bright and joyful future”/too-my-nee/anyTunu“A treasured and precious gift”/TOO-noo/anyUbaid“A humble servant of God”/oo-BAYD/maleUbaidullah“A devoted servant of God”/oo-BAYD-oo-lah/maleUhai“Life, vitality, and a lively spirit”/oo-HIGH/anyUhuru“Freedom, independence, and the courage to live openly”/oo-HOO-roo/anyUmair“A cherished young person with a long and flourishing life”/oo-MAYR/maleUmar“Flourishing, long-lived, and blessed with a full life”/OO-mar/maleUmoja“Unity, togetherness, and the strength of standing as one”/oo-MOH-jah/anyUpendo“Love, affection, and a heart full of kindness”/oo-PEN-doh/anyUqbah“One who follows a meaningful path and carries a family’s hopes forward”/OOK-bah/maleUrembo“Beauty, adornment, and grace”/oo-REM-boh/anyUsama“Lion-hearted and courageous”/oo-SAA-mah/maleUsayd“Little lion, a tender name for a brave child”/oo-SAYD/maleUshindi“Victory and triumph after overcoming challenges”/oo-SHEEN-dee/anyUthman“A treasured traditional Muslim name with a long history of honor and faith”/OOTH-maan/maleUways“A cherished traditional Muslim name associated with devotion and spiritual depth”/oo-WAYS/maleUzair“A dear and cherished child”/oo-ZAYR/maleValentine“A strong and healthy child, full of courage”/VAL-en-tyne/maleValentino“A strong and healthy child with a courageous heart”/val-en-TEE-noh/maleVenance“A brave and determined child with a strong spirit”/veh-NANS/maleVitus“A child blessed with life, vitality, and joy”/VY-tus/maleVuli“A child born during the Vuli season”/VOO-lee/anyWahabu“One who gives generously and abundantly”/wah-HAH-boo/maleWahib“A generous giver of blessings”/WAH-hib/maleWahid“Unique and one of a kind”/WAH-heed/maleWajid“One who discovers and recognizes what is valuable”/WAH-jid/maleWajih“Distinguished, eminent, respected.”/wa-JEEH/maleWakil“A trusted representative and dependable advocate”/wah-KEEL/maleWali“A protective friend and faithful guardian”/WAH-lee/maleWalid“A precious new beginning and cherished child”/wah-LEED/maleWaris“Arabic-derived: an heir who carries the family forward”/WAH-ris/maleWasim“A handsome and gracious person”/wah-SEEM/maleWaziri“A respected leader entrusted with responsibility”/wah-ZEE-ree/maleYahya“Living; full of life”/YAH-yah/maleYakubu“Traditionally associated with Jacob, a name of steadfast faith”/yah-KOO-boo/maleYamin“Fortunate and guided toward what is right”/YAH-min/maleYasin“A revered Quranic name with a sense of spiritual distinction”/YAH-seen/maleYasir“One who brings ease and well-being”/YAH-seer/maleYekonia“God establishes and makes firm”/yeh-koh-NEE-ah/maleYeremia“God uplifts and appoints”/yeh-reh-MEE-ah/maleYohana“God is gracious”/yoh-HAH-na/maleYona“Dove; a gentle symbol of peace”/YOH-na/maleYosefu“God will add; a hopeful name for abundance”/yoh-SEH-foo/maleYoshua“God is salvation”/yoh-SHOO-ah/maleYuda“Praise; gratitude and celebration”/YOO-da/maleYunus“Dove; a gentle symbol of peace”/YOO-noos/maleYusha“God is salvation”/YOO-sha/maleYusuf“A revered prophetic name referring to Joseph”/YOO-soof/maleYusufu“God will add; a hopeful name for increase and blessing”/yoo-SOO-foo/maleZahid“Arabic-derived name meaning “devout” and devoted to a life of faith”/ZAH-hid/maleZahir“Bright, radiant, and confident”/ZA-heer/maleZaid“One whose life brings growth and abundance”/ZA-id/maleZain“Beauty, grace, and goodness”/ZAYN/maleZakaria“God has remembered and lovingly answered”/za-ka-REE-ah/maleZaki“Pure-hearted, bright, and wise”/ZA-kee/maleZamani“Formerly; long ago; in olden times.”/zah-MAH-nee/maleZawadi“A precious gift and a blessing to the family”/za-WA-dee/anyZiyad“Increase, growth, and abundance”/zee-YAD/maleZubair“Strong, courageous, and wise”/zoo-BAIR/maleZuberi“A strong and courageous man”/zoo-BEH-ree/maleZuhair“A small flower, suggesting delicacy and beauty”/zoo-HAYR/maleZuhdi“Ascetic, self-denying, or devoted to spiritual simplicity.”/ZOOH-dee/maleZulfiqar“A traditional name associated with a celebrated sword”/zool-fee-KAR/maleZuri“Beautiful and lovely”/ZOO-ree/any