What are the meanings behind popular Egyptian baby boy names?

Among the most popular names for boys in Egyptian culture, Abasi means ‘stern,’ Bes means ‘brings joy,’ Cepos meaning ‘pharaoh,’ and Shakir meaning ‘grateful.’

What Egyptian name means gift from God?

Yahya is one such name for boys in Egyptian culture that symbolizes the gift of God. Yahya has Egyptian roots where it means ‘given by God,’ further implying the blessing bestowed by God upon you in the form of your lovely boy.

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21 Egyptian Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Aharon	Boy	Exalted; High mountain
Aj	Boy	The inventor; Moon; A Pharoah's name
Amon	Boy	The hidden one; Trustworthy; Secret; Stable; Faithful; Immortal; Come after
Ammon	Boy	The hidden one; Protection with edge of a sword; Protection of fear
Ausar	Boy	Egyptian god of the afterlife
Abdelrahman	Boy	Servant of the merciful; Servant of the most gracious
Anubis	Unisex	Royal child; Prince; To decay
Asar	Boy	Mighty; Eye; One of the five daily prayers in Islam; Mark; Shelter
Amun	Boy	The hidden one; Invisible; God of air; Workman; Nourisher; Motherland
Aro	Boy	High mountain; Exalted; Warrior lion; Wet meadow

Abrahim	Boy	Father of nations; Exalted father
Atem	Unisex	Completion; Totality
Abraxas	Boy	Great Archon; God; Supreme being
Abanoub	Boy	ancient King
Atum	Unisex	Completion; Totality
Almon	Boy	Hidden; Secretive
Aten	Boy	Sun disk; Heat and light of the sun
Abrax	Boy	The great archon from mythology
Aton	Boy	Solar disk
Apep	Boy	To slither

Apophis	Boy	To slither; Serpent; Snake

Infographic: Popular Egyptian Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A

Egyptian Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A are a beautiful blend of cultural values and traditions. In addition to being deeply meaningful, they carry stories of heritage and hopes for the future. Our infographic below shares some charming choices that are distinct, elegant, and timeless. Explore the list to find a name that would be an added gem to your child's shining personality. Share this infographic with other expecting parents and help them find a rare jewel for their children.

Egyptian Boy Names with Meanings, Starting With A(infographic)

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