What are some traditional and popular Egyptian baby names for boys and girls?

Traditional Egyptian baby names such as Ahmed (most praiseworthy), Amr (long life), Ahmose (born of Iah), Moswen (Light in color or white), Tabia (talented), Sai (the Egyptian god, Shai), Nour (light), Kinzi (my treasure), and Layla (night) are popular choices among parents for their baby boys and girls.

What are some modern names in Egypt for boys and girls?

Some modern Egyptian names for boys and girls may include Adam (man), Youssef (He will add), Amir (prince, commander), Leila (night), Malak (angel), and Farah (joy, happiness).

Can I combine an Egyptian name with a name from another culture?

Yes, you may combine an Egyptian name with a name from another culture. However, remember that your chosen name could have a different meaning in your language. Moreover, check if the names are compatible, both meaning- and sound-wise.

Which Egyptian names mean gold?

Several names carrying the meaning of gold exist in Egyptian. However, some notable ancient ones with related meanings include Nubemhat, Nubhetepti, and Nubkhaes, which imply gold is at the front, gold is satisfied, and gold appears, respectively.

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33 Egyptian Baby 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
Azeneth	Girl	Devoted to the goddess Neith
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
Auset	Unisex	Throne; Woman of the throne
Asar	Boy	Mighty; Eye; One of the five daily prayers in Islam; Mark; Shelter

Amen	Unisex	So be it; The hidden one
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
Akila	Girl	Intelligent; Wise; Logical; Eagle; Whole; Complete
Atem	Unisex	Completion; Totality
Abraxas	Boy	Great Archon; God; Supreme being
Aseneth	Girl	Belonging to the Goddess Neith
Atum	Unisex	Completion; Totality
Asenath	Girl	Devoted to the Goddess Neith; Belonging to the Goddess; She belongs to her father

Ashna	Girl	Friend; A cloud; Devoted to the goddess Neith
Almon	Boy	Hidden; Secretive
Aten	Boy	Sun disk
Anta	Girl	An Egyptian Goddess
Amunet	Unisex	The hidden one
Abrax	Boy	The great archon from mythology
Aton	Boy	Solar disk
Apep	Boy	To slither
Apophis	Boy	To slither; Serpent; Snake
Aaru	Unisex	Reed fields; Paradise

Aamon	Boy	Immortal; Constant; Faithful; Hidden
Amarice	Unisex	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Beloved
Annmary	Girl	Gracious love; Graceful beloved; Wished for a child

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