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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135 Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With M

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Muhammad	Boy	Praiseworthy; Praised one; Praise; Commendable
Maryam	Girl	Beloved
Mohammad	Boy	Praised; Commendable
Mustafa	Boy	The chosen one; Appointed; Preferred
Minha	Girl	Jade; Nimble; Quick; Humble; Hardworking; Well-mannered; River; Lotus; A gift from Allah
Mahira	Girl	Skilled; Expert; Talented
Maaz	Boy	One who seeks or gives shelter
Murad	Boy	Desired purpose; Wish
Maliha	Girl	Woman with a glowing, happy face; Beautiful; Salt
Mehar	Girl	One who is kind and graceful

Mubarak	Unisex	Blessed; Fortunate; Lucky
Mahnoor	Girl	Light of the moon
Momin	Boy	A person who is pious; Faithful; Believer; One who believes in God
Majid	Boy	Magnificent; Glorious
Moosa	Boy	One who is saved out of the water; The name of a prophet of Almighty
Mohsin	Boy	Beneficient
Mumtaz	Unisex	Excellence; Distinguished
Mateen	Boy	Sturdy; Firm; Solid
Mubashir	Boy	The bringer of good news
Minahil	Girl	Fountain; Spring

Matin	Boy	Sturdy; Firm; Solid
Mehreen	Girl	Kindness; Love; Affection; Sun
Muneer	Boy	Splendid; Shining; Bright
Mudasir	Boy	Covered; Wrapped
Mirza	Boy	A nobleman with a high rank; A respected person; Prince; Commander
Maimuna	Girl	A blessed one; Auspicious; Favorable
Masud	Boy	Fortunate; Lucky; Prosperous
Murtaza	Boy	Attainer of the pleasure of God; Chosen one
Mukhtar	Boy	The chosen one; The preferred one; The one chosen by Allah
Mujahid	Unisex	To strive in the cause of God; Doers of Jihad; Toiler; Laborer

Momina	Unisex	Believer
Madiha	Girl	One who is worthy of praise
Moaaz	Boy	A place of refuge; Asylum; A haven; Shelter
Mahum	Unisex	Moonlight
Mahrosh	Girl	Moonlight; Piece of the moon; Pleasant
Masih	Boy	Anointed; Messiah
Masir	Boy	Fate; Destiny; Predestination
Misbah	Boy	A lamp to provide light to others; Lamp; Light; Luminary
Muhib	Boy	Noble; Loving; Affectionate
Mohib	Boy	Beloved; Affectionate; Friendly

Muzammil	Boy	Prophet Muhammad; The enshrouded one; Bundled
Masoud	Boy	Fortunate; Lucky; Prosperous
Masood	Boy	Fortunate; Lucky; Prosperous
Mikaal	Unisex	Name for an angel
Mubeen	Unisex	Clear; Evident; Prominent
Maham	Girl	Moon
Maheen	Girl	Earth-ruler; King; Prince
Mahreen	Girl	Love; Kindness; Sun
Mawada	Girl	Love; Affection; Compassion; Harmony
Mushtaq	Boy	Desirous; Longing

Mehnaz	Girl	Delightful moon
Mohanad	Boy	India; Type of iron sword from India
Muzaffar	Boy	Victorious; Triumphant
Matina	Girl	Sturdy; Firm; Solid; Stop
Muskan	Unisex	Happiness or smile
Menaal	Girl	Special flower of heaven
Mahwish	Girl	Moon-like
Maheera	Unisex	Highly skilled; Expert
Madeeha	Girl	A woman who is worthy of every praise
Mehwish	Girl	As beautiful as the moon

Muniba	Girl	One who is devoted to God
Marium	Unisex	Of the sea; Bitter; Beloved; Rebelliousness
Muskaan	Unisex	Happiness or smile
Maimoona	Girl	A blessed one; Auspicious; Favorable
Mahrukh	Girl	Moon-like
Malgorzata	Girl	Pearl; Chicken; Cluster of flowers; Daughter of light
Maab	Girl	Place to which one returns
Mahabbah	Girl	An affectionate and loving woman
Mahboob	Boy	Beloved; Dear
Mahliqa	Girl	She who has a face like a moon

Mahneerah	Girl	A firstborn twin
Mahroof	Girl	That which is commonly acknowledged
Mahroz	Girl	Girl with the face of the Moon
Maisara	Girl	Facilitator; Facilitating
Maisarah	Girl	Facilitator; Facilitating
Maisoon	Girl	A girl with a beautiful face
Majd	Unisex	Glory; Laurels; Extol; Exalt
Majda	Girl	Glory; Laurels; Extol; Exalt
Majida	Girl	Glory; Laurels; Extol; Exalt
Majnun	Boy	Crazy

Mamoor	Boy	A place that is inhabited and civilized
Mamun	Boy	Secure; Safe
Mana	Unisex	Rare harmony; Hopeful peace; Genuine love; Eternal; Everlasting
Manara	Girl	Beacon; Light; Lighthouse
Mansura	Girl	Victorious
Manzar	Boy	A sight; A view
Manzoor	Boy	Perspective; Apparent; Visible
Maqadar	Boy	Fate; Destiny
Maqbool	Boy	Acceptable; Agreeable; Fair; Tolerable
Maqboola	Girl	A person who is acknowledged and accepted

Maqbul	Boy	A prayer that is accepted by God
Maqbula	Girl	A prayer acknowledged and accepted by God
Maqsood	Boy	Intentional; Willful; Purposeful
Maram	Boy	Wish; Desire; Aspire
Marib	Girl	A woman with an ultimate goal
Maroof	Boy	A good deed; Someone who does good deeds; Kindness
Marqooma	Girl	A well-defined person; Someone who is good in writing
Mashal	Unisex	Torch; Biblical parable or allegory
Masheer	Boy	A person who is a good advisor
Mashmool	Girl	A girl that is sought after

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