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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365 Arabic Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With H

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Hamza	Boy	Strong; Steadfast
Hassan	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautifier; Improver; Benefactor
Hakeem	Boy	Wise; Ruler
Hasan	Boy	Handsome
Hussein	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Hadi	Boy	Leader; Guide
Hussain	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Haris	Boy	Grace; Kindness; Plowman; Cultivator
Hamzah	Boy	Strong; Steadfast; Lion
Harun	Boy	Lofty; Exalted

Hashim	Boy	Crusher of evil; Breaker of bread
Haider	Boy	Lion; Warrior
Hasani	Boy	Handsome; Good looking
Humza	Boy	Steadfast; Strong
Habib	Boy	Beloved; Darling
Huzaifa	Boy	The companion of Prophet Muhammad; Sheep; Little sheep
Hashir	Boy	Collector; One who assembles
Hamid	Boy	To praise; Praiseworthy
Hakim	Boy	Wise; Prudent; Judicious; Ruler
Hashem	Boy	Crusher; Breaker; The name

Haroun	Boy	Mountain of strength; Exalted
Hammad	Boy	Praiseworthy
Husayn	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Haidar	Boy	Lion; Warrior
Hamdan	Boy	The praised one
Hasnain	Boy	Handsome; Beautiful; Good; Fine
Husain	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Haadi	Unisex	Guide; Leader
Hisham	Boy	Generous; To crush
Haytham	Boy	Young eagle

Hamad	Boy	One who praises
Haydin	Unisex	Strong; Independent; Loving
Haleem	Boy	Forbearing; Gentle; Mild-mannered
Hussam	Unisex	Sword
Hyder	Boy	Lion; Brave; Warrior
Hamed	Boy	Praiseworthy
Husam	Boy	Sword; Sharp blade
Hassaan	Boy	The beauty; Beautiful
Hasaan	Boy	Handsome; Excellence; Benefactor
Haseeb	Boy	Noble; Respected; Reckoner; A variant of Hasib

Haziq	Boy	Skillful; Intelligent; Capable
Haji	Boy	Pilgrimage; One who has completed the Hajj to Mecca
Hafeez	Boy	Custodian; Protector; Guardian
Haitham	Boy	young eagle
Hakiem	Boy	Wise; Ruler; Doctor
Halim	Boy	Patient, Tolerant, Mild
Hanzalah	Boy	Pond; Water channel; Ditch
Haron	Boy	Mountain of strength; Exalted
Hasib	Boy	Noble; Respected
Haydar	Boy	Lion

Huzaifah	Boy	Sheep; Little sheep
Hayder	Boy	Lion; Brave; Warrior
Hanif	Boy	True; Upright; Honorable
Hassen	Boy	Beauty
Hatem	Boy	Decisive; Determination
Hatim	Boy	Determined; Decisive; Judge or ruler
Hazem	Boy	Firm; Steadfast; Resolute; Stern
Hamdaan	Boy	The praised one; To praise
Husani	Boy	Handsome
Hany	Boy	Happy; Delighted

Hassam	Boy	Sharp sword; Sword of justice
Hayyan	Boy	Lively; Energetic
Hattan	Boy	Light rain; Drizzle
Haashir	Unisex	Gatherer; The one who assembles
Haneef	Boy	True believer; Orthodox
Hason	Boy	Strong; Hardy; Good; Handsome
Hud	Boy	Prophet of the tribe of ʿād
Hossain	Boy	Handsome
Habeeb	Boy	Sweetheart; Beloved; Dearest
Hamir	Boy	Prince

Husein	Boy	Handsome; Good; Beautiful
Hayaan	Unisex	Life; Alive; Awake; One with self-respect
Hossam	Boy	Sword; Sword that divides justice and injustice
Humaid	Boy	Praise; Praiseworthy
Haaris	Boy	Plowman; Cultivator
Hafiz	Boy	Custodian; Protector; Guardian
Harith	Boy	Plowman; Cultivator; Provide
Haithem	Boy	Young eagle
Hazim	Boy	Firm; Steadfast; Resolute; Stern
Hesham	Boy	Generous

Hossein	Boy	Handsome
Husnain	Boy	Handsome and elegant; Pure in the eyes
Hameed	Boy	Praiseworthy
Halid	Boy	Eternal; Immortal; To last forever
Hudhayfah	Boy	An ancient Arabic name
Hasen	Unisex	Beautiful; Handsome; Goodly; Gentle; Good-mannered; Virtuous
Hady	Unisex	Guide
Hamdi	Boy	To praise; Praiseworthy
Hasheem	Boy	Crusher of evil; Breaker of bread
Hasin	Boy	Beautiful; Elegant; Strong

Hanifah	Girl	True; Upright
Hadie	Unisex	Guide; Leader
Hafid	Boy	Custodian; Guardian
Haakim	Boy	Wise; Healer; Physician; Ruler; Sovereign; A variant of Hakim
Haanee	Boy	Happy; Delighted; Content; Joyful; A variant of Hani
Haaziq	Boy	Skillful; Intelligent; Wise
Habab	Boy	Aim; Goal; End; Destination; A variant of Habbab; Loving and affectionate
Habbah	Boy	Berry; Grain; Seed; A variant form is Habba
Habwat	Boy	Gift; Present
Hadabbas	Boy	Tiger

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Infographic: Adorable Arabic Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With H

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

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