Do Urdu baby names have any special meanings?

Urdu names have great cultural significance. Many names in this culture have an adjective, which conveys how parents want their child to be. The names symbolize qualities that society upholds, such as beauty, strength, patience, and generosity. For example, Aaidah means ‘narrator of hadith.’ Batool means ‘pure and chaste,’ Fiza means ‘open-hearted,’ and Dua means ‘devotion.’

Are there any traditional naming customs in Urdu-speaking cultures?

Urdu or Pakistani names have origins in Arabic, Indo-Persian, and Turkish cultures. Since tribal and familial identity is given much consideration, people add their tribes name to their family’s. Traditional Arabic-Abrahamic names are prolific. Some examples are Muhammad, Yusuf, and Ali. However, today European-style naming systems gained much popularity in Pakistan (2).

Are there any gender-neutral Urdu baby names?

Yes. There are some gender-neutral names in Urdu you can use for your child. These include Gohar, meaning precious stone, Lakisha, meaning alive, Hareem, meaning a superior man, and Hamas, meaning enthusiasm.

What is the role of religion in choosing Urdu baby names?

The Urdu-speaking people give the first name, sometimes just an honorary name. It shows a connection with the Islamic faith. A second shorter name is then given to the baby, by which they are commonly known. Muslims also avoid using names that convey worshiping anything other than Allah. Parents also seek the suggestions of grandparents and Imam while naming their baby.

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554 Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With A

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Ali	Boy	Elevated; High; Superior; Noble; Champion
Alaya	Girl	High Status; Exalted; Sublime; Dwelling; Abode; Imperishable; Permanence
Ahmed	Boy	Highly praised; Most commendable
Ahmad	Boy	Much praised; Most commendable
Aila	Girl	Noble; Holy; Blessed; Halo; Moonlight; Terebinth tree
Abdullah	Boy	Servant of Allah; Servant of God
Aamir	Boy	Prosperous; Substantial; Commander
Armaan	Boy	Desire; Wish; Strong desire
Adnan	Boy	Settler
Abdul	Boy	Servant of the God; Servant of the powerful

Abdulrahman	Boy	Servant of the merciful; Servant of the most gracious
Aiza	Girl	Living; Rock; Stone; Golden moon; Visitor; Seat of love; Ravine
Amin	Girl	Truthful
Ameena	Girl	Truthful; Trustworthy; Faithful; Honest woman
Abdulaziz	Boy	Servant of the Almighty; Servant of the powerful
Ahad	Boy	One; Unique; Matchless
Asma	Girl	High status; Supreme; Beautiful; Beloved; Desired
Abbas	Boy	Austere; Lion
Aizah	Unisex	Noble; Respected
Ameen	Boy	Honest; Faithful; Truthful

Arhaan	Boy	Worship; Homage; Respect; Ruler
Azra	Girl	Virgin; Maiden
Ahsan	Boy	Most handsome; Most beautiful
Aasir	Boy	Captivator
Aziza	Girl	Beloved; Powerful; To be cherished
Arsh	Boy	Truthfulness; Divine; Heavenly; Hero; Pure; Bright; Sage
Abdurrahman	Boy	Servant of the most gracious; Servant of the merciful
Ashar	Boy	Alarm; Notify; Advise; Observe; Brave
Anabia	Girl	To turn; To return and repent to Allah
Amena	Girl	Truthful; Trustworthy; Faithful; Honest

Ayaz	Boy	Cool night breeze; A royal breeze
Aras	Boy	Eagle; Equal; Balanced
Alizay	Girl	The beauty of light; Radiant; Joy; Wind
Ashraf	Boy	Honorable; Nobler; Noble; Kind; Excellent
Abeeha	Girl	Her father
Areej	Girl	A fragrant smell
Almir	Boy	Prince; Commander; Noble; Famous
Arhan	Boy	Worship; Homage; Respect; Ruler
Abdulwahab	Boy	Servant of the all-giver
Alima	Girl	Learned; Wise; Cultured; Intelligent; Educated; Intellectual

Ameenah	Girl	Truthful; Trustworthy; Faithful; Honest woman
Abdulla	Boy	Allah's servant
Aleem	Boy	Knowledge; Learned; Expert
Askari	Boy	Soldier; Military
Aneesa	Girl	Friendly; Friend
Aadam	Boy	Father of mankind; To be red; To make; Man
Abdur	Boy	Servant of the powerful
Abdulmalik	Boy	King's servant
Akbar	Boy	The greatest
Alam	Boy	World; Universe; Little Rock; Handsome

Arshad	Boy	Rightly guided; More mature; More sensible
Akiel	Boy	Army guard; Protecting army; Defending warrior; Wise; Intelligent
Areeb	Boy	Brilliant; Intelligent; Clever
Asif	Boy	Collector; Gatherer; Harvest; Forgiving
Alishba	Girl	My God is an oath
Aamilah	Girl	Worker; Hopeful; Aspirational
Afreen	Girl	Bravo; Well done
Aaisha	Boy	Living; Alive
Azrah	Girl	Virgin; Maiden; Support; Help; Protection
Arshiya	Girl	Heavenly; Worthy of a throne; Abode of Allah

Arfa	Unisex	High
Arbaaz	Boy	Eagle
Abdalla	Boy	Servant of God; Servant of Allah
Adeeb	Boy	Educated; Scholarly; Courteous
Alija	Boy	Lofty; Sublime; To be high
Aayah	Girl	Evidence; Proof; Signs; Verse; Bird
Aftab	Boy	The sun; Sunshine; Sunlight
Arbaz	Boy	Eagle
Armiyah	Unisex	God has appointed
Abdulhakeem	Boy	Servant of the wise

Abdulkareem	Boy	Servant of the generous
Abdulqadir	Boy	Servant of the capable
Abdulraheem	Boy	Servant of the merciful
Amaad	Boy	Support; Pillar
Amair	Unisex	Prosperous; Populated
Abdulhakim	Boy	Servant of the wise
Afsheen	Girl	Glittering as a star
Amairah	Girl	Princess; Leader
Akif	Boy	Devoted; Focussed
Abdulmajid	Boy	Servant of the glorious

Abdulrehman	Boy	Servant of the most gracious; Servant of the merciful
Abdulmajeed	Boy	Servant of the glorious
Aamer	Boy	Prosperous; Full of life
Abdurrehman	Boy	Follower of the most gracious
Aavish	Boy	Wild marjoram; The Last Follower; God's follower
Ashiya	Unisex	Nest; Safe haven
Abyan	Boy	Complete; Perfect; Clear; Eloquent
Aqeel	Boy	Gifted; Intelligent; Wise; Reasonable
Akmal	Boy	Whole; More perfect
Ayaaz	Boy	Cool breeze; Night breeze

Afruza	Girl	Illuminating; Kindling
Aroush	Girl	Radiant; Brilliant; Dazzling; Peace; Calm; Good-tempered; Dawn
Aaiza	Unisex	Substitute; God's gift; Respectful; Charming
Aaliyan	Boy	Highly; Lofty; Sublime; Exalted
Abdulazeez	Boy	Servant of the Allah or God who gives blessings
Adnaan	Boy	Heaven; Paradise; Settler
Arib	Boy	Brilliant; Clever; Intelligent
Ajmal	Boy	More beautiful; Prettier
Abdulkhaliq	Boy	Servant of the creator
Arifa	Girl	Knowing; Knowledgeable; Learned; Well-educated; Believer

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Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With A(infographic)

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