What are some factors to consider when choosing an Arabic boy name for your child?

If you are looking for Arabic names for your baby boy, look for the meaning of the name and the qualities that it reflects (ex: Kareem means generous and honorable, Malik means king); the historical and cultural significance of the name, (ex: Umar meaning ‘long-lived’ and ‘flourished,’ was the name of the second caliph of Islam, ‘Umar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb’; the popularity of the name (ex: Muhammad, Ali, Ibrahim and Malik have ranked among the top 100 Arabic boy names in the US); the ease of pronunciation and spelling (names such as Zayn and Tariq are short and easy to spell), and ultimately your personal preference.

What are some common themes or symbols found in Arabic boy names?

The common themes that one can notice in Arabic names are of devotion (Abrar, Afaf, and Atqa), religious significance (Iman, Rohaan, Aayat), culture, tradition (Muhammad, Omar, Nasir), and spirituality.

What are some Arabic boy names that have been adapted or borrowed by other cultures?

There are several Arabic names that have been adapted by other Muslim and non-Muslim cultures such as Persian, Turkish, Uzbek, and Tazik. Some of them include Ali, Ahmad, Omar, Adam, and Jamal.

How have Arabic boy names evolved over time, and what factors have influenced these changes?

Over the years, several factors including modernization, islamic traditions, geographical influences, social factors, and personal preferences have influenced Arabic names.

Are there any trends or patterns in the meanings or themes of Arabic boy names that have emerged in recent years?

Several naming trends have emerged in recent years including a rise in the liking of Arabic boy names that reflect modern virtues such as peace and harmony (ex: Aman, Arab) nature-inspired names (ex: Laith, Daysam), names that are shorter and easier to pronounce (Ali, Omar, Hamza), and revival of traditional Arabic boy names.

What Arabic boy names mean God's gift?

Examples of Arabic baby boy names that mean ‘Gift of God’ are Ataullah, Aayan, Jad, and Hanz.

What Arabic boy names mean healer?

Haakim or Hakym, Shafi, and Darman are a few examples of Arabic names for boys that resonate with the meaning ‘healer.’

What boy name means guardian in Arabic?

Asim (which can also be spelled as Asem, Aasem or Assim) is an Arabic name for boys that means guardian, defender, or savior.

What is the Arabic name of victory?

Arabic names which bear the meaning ‘victory’ or ‘triumph’ include Zafar, Azfaar, Intisar and Nasr.

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109 Arabic Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With D

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Damir	Boy	Peace giver; Steel; Iron; Conscience
Daniyal	Boy	God is a judge
Dawud	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Danial	Boy	God is my judge
Dawood	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Danyal	Boy	God is my judge
Dahir	Unisex	Virtuous; Pure; Chaste
Daris	Boy	Very important person; Learning
Daud	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Davud	Boy	A variant of David; Beloved

Dameer	Boy	Heart; Conscience; Mind
Dewan	Unisex	Royal court; Tribunal of justice; Treasury; Ministry; Assembly; Highest official in a state; Descendant of Duibhín; Little black one; Descendant of Daimhín; Little stag
Daanish	Boy	Learning; Knowledge; Wisdom
Daoud	Boy	Beloved; Uncle
Dayyan	Boy	A strong and brave ruler
Darain	Boy	Double
Daiyan	Boy	A mighty judge
Diar	Girl	Scribe; Cleric; Country; Homeland; Gift; Expensive wood
Dalil	Boy	A guide; Mentor
Divan	Unisex	Royal; Council; Divine; Calf; Ox; Fawn; Deer; Descendant ff Damhán; Fortune teller; Little dark one; Dark; Black

Daai	Boy	Prophet Muhammad
Daaim	Boy	Lasting personality
Daanaa	Boy	An intelligent person; wise
Daaneesh	Boy	Filled with wisdom
Daaood	Boy	Name of a Prophet
Dab	Boy	Servant of God
Dabaran	Boy	The one who is behind
Daboor	Boy	Soothing morning breeze
Dafalla	Boy	Prophet's Court
Dafi	Boy	One keeping away

Dafiq	Boy	An active and jubilant man
Daghishat	Boy	Full of darkness
Dahbal	Boy	Wahb Ibn
Daib	Boy	The happy one
Daidan	Boy	Habit; to practice something
Daim	Boy	Lasting; Enduring; Eternal
Daimumat	Boy	To endure
Dajjal	Boy	To worship
Dakhnas	Boy	A strong man
Dalair	Boy	The brave one

Dalaj	Boy	A mufti
Daleel	Boy	The happy one; rare
Dalham	Boy	Mad in love
Dansith	Boy	Full of knowledge and wisdom
Daqiq	Boy	Very delicate
Daqqaq	Boy	One who sells flour
Darrabah	Boy	Clever individual
Darrak	Boy	A prudent man
Darwish	Boy	Dervish; Poor; Needy
Dastagir	Boy	Holder of the hand; The saint of saints

Daulah	Boy	A vast empire filled with riches
Daulat	Unisex	Fortune; Wealth; Power
Dawwar	Boy	Revolving being
Dayanatdar	Boy	A holy and pious man
Dayim	Boy	Everlasting; Perpetual
Daylam	Boy	A perfect companion
Dehiya	Boy	One who is accepted by everyone
Dhul-Fiqar	Boy	Strong sword; Name of Prophet's sword
Dhulfiqaar	Boy	Name of prophet's sword
Dhulfiqar	Boy	Sword's name given by Muhammad

Diaab	Boy	A beautiful and refined individual
Dielmith	Boy	One who has fallen in love with God
Dihishwar	Boy	Boy with a handsome and charming personality
Dihyah	Boy	Commander of troops
Dikhlat	Boy	The one who has a heart and soul made of gold
Dil-Nawaz	Boy	Attractive mistress; has a soothing heart
Dilaawar	Boy	A hearty and faithful person; darling
Dilavar	Boy	A hearty and daring person
Dilnawaz	Boy	Attractive; Beloved; Caring; Soothing heart
Dimashq	Boy	One who is the Lord of the faculties

Dinar	Boy	Gold coin
Dirar	Boy	An old Arabic name
Diwanmuhammad	Boy	They belong to the court of Prophet muhammad
Diya-al-din	Boy	One who is from the shining religion
Diyaaldin	Boy	A shining and lavishing religion
Diyaaudeen	Boy	A bright and faithful person
Diyaaudin	Boy	One who has an immense amount of faith
Diyaeddin	Boy	One who is attracted to God almighty
Diyaelhaqq	Boy	A composer; Optimistic
Diyauddin	Boy	The one who has the brightness of the Sun

Diyaudeen	Boy	One who has the brightness of faith; River
Diyaulhaqq	Boy	They are lovely and happy individuals
Dizhwar	Boy	They are polite individuals who are strong
Djamel	Boy	The one who is the most handsome and charming
Dorgham	Boy	A faithful servant of God; unique and special
Dost	Boy	Beloved friend
Duhmus	Boy	Liberal; one who is royal and efficient
Dulamah	Boy	Tall and Dark; a determined and efficient person
Duldul	Boy	Iman Husain's horse
Dunyana	Boy	A loving and caring individual

Dupinderjit	Boy	The innocent one; silent and compassionate
Duqaq	Boy	A bold individual filled with courage
Durabah	Boy	A very bold and courageous person
Durapa	Boy	Precious jewel; Gold; Pearl; Coral
Dureshahwar	Boy	One precious being who loves to win
Durr	Boy	Pearl
Durvish	Boy	Ill natured; To be pervaded; Dervish; Poor; Needy
Duwar	Boy	An idol which is worshipped
Dyab	Boy	The one who is born to persevere
Dzhokhar	Boy	Jewel; Essence; Ink

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Infographic: Splendid Arabic Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With D

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Arabic Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With D(infographic)

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