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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50 Urdu Baby Names Meaning, Starting With M

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Maryam	Girl	Beloved
Mahira	Girl	Skilled; Expert; Talented
Maaz	Boy	One who seeks or gives shelter
Maliha	Girl	Woman with a glowing, happy face; Beautiful; Salt
Mahnoor	Girl	Light of the moon
Majid	Boy	Magnificent; Glorious
Mir	Boy	An aristocrat; A commander; A prince
Mateen	Boy	Sturdy; Firm; Solid
Matin	Boy	Sturdy; Firm; Solid
Maimuna	Girl	A blessed one; Auspicious; Favorable

Masud	Boy	Fortunate; Lucky; Prosperous
Manahil	Girl	A girl who is like a spring of fresh water
Mahrosh	Girl	Moonlight; Piece of the moon; Pleasant
Masih	Boy	Anointed; Messiah
Masir	Boy	Fate; Destiny; Predestination
Masoud	Boy	Fortunate; Lucky; Prosperous
Masood	Boy	Fortunate; Lucky; Prosperous
Maham	Girl	Moon
Maheen	Girl	Earth-ruler; King; Prince
Mahreen	Girl	Love; Kindness; Sun

Matina	Girl	Sturdy; Firm; Solid; Stop
Mahwish	Girl	Moon-like
Madeeha	Girl	A woman who is worthy of every praise
Maimoona	Girl	A blessed one; Auspicious; Favorable
Mahrukh	Girl	Moon-like
Malgorzata	Girl	Pearl; Chicken; Cluster of flowers; Daughter of light
Mahabbah	Girl	An affectionate and loving woman
Mahliqa	Girl	She who has a face like a moon
Mahneerah	Girl	A firstborn twin
Mamoor	Boy	A place that is inhabited and civilized

Maqadar	Boy	Fate; Destiny
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
Marqooma	Girl	A well-defined person; Someone who is good in writing
Masheer	Boy	A person who is a good advisor
Mashmool	Girl	A girl that is sought after
Masoon	Girl	A well protected girl who is always safeguarded
Masrurah	Girl	A delighted and pleased woman
Mawara	Girl	Superior

Mawhooba	Girl	Talented woman
Mawhoub	Boy	A Muslim male name
Mawsoofa	Girl	One who is worthy of being described
Mayameen	Girl	A woman blessed with bravery
Midhah	Girl	Tribute or inspiration
Midhat	Girl	The formal expression of praise
Misaal	Boy	An example or the one who is compared with
Mohaddisa	Girl	Bright, glittering, and shining like a crystal; Giving shining brightness
Mohsana	Girl	A person bearing the nature and sweetness of Honey
Mehrvash	Girl	Like the sun

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