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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92 Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With R

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Reem	Girl	One who is like a beautiful gazelle; White antelope
Ruhi	Girl	Ascending; Mounting; Spiritual; Soulful
Rahim	Boy	Kind; Merciful; Compassionate
Rana	Girl	Beautiful; Eye-catching object; King; Fertile fields
Rohaan	Boy	Spiritual; Kindhearted
Ruhaan	Boy	Spiritual; Holy; Kindhearted; Compassionate
Raniya	Girl	Looking at; To gaze; Delightful; Agreeable
Ridwan	Boy	Grace; Pleasure; Satisfaction
Rafi	Boy	God heals; Noble; High; Sublime
Rafiq	Boy	Friend; Gentle; Companion; Good-mannered

Ramadan	Boy	Ninth month in muslim calendar; Parchedness; Scorching heat; Glowing
Ruhani	Girl	Spiritual; Sacred
Rayann	Girl	Watered; Plentiful; Heaven's flower; Luxuriant
Rumaisa	Girl	Star; Bouquet; Good
Raza	Boy	Contentment; Satisfaction
Razia	Girl	Pleased; Content; Satisfied
Ramez	Unisex	Sign; Symbolize; Noble; Wise
Rasool	Boy	Messenger; Prophet
Rushil	Boy	Charming
Rakeb	Unisex	Overseer; Supervisor; Controller

Roshana	Girl	Passionate; Shining; Bright; Famous; Light
Rafeeq	Boy	Friend; Gentle; Companion; Good-mannered
Riham	Girl	Drizzle; Light rain
Roohi	Girl	Soul; Spirit
Ruhee	Girl	Ascending; Mounting; Spiritual; Soulful
Rukhsar	Girl	Beautiful face; Rosy cheeks; Ruddy complexion
Raahim	Boy	One who is compassionate; Kind
Rafik	Boy	Friend; Gentle; Companion; Good-mannered
Riyaz	Boy	Meadows; Gardens; Training; Practice
Rafid	Boy	Tributary; Supporter; Helper

Ramzan	Boy	Parched; Scorched; Fasting or holy month in Islam
Rounak	Boy	Brilliant; Smooth; Bright; Light; Luster; Brightness; Splendor; Beauty; Grace; Glamour
Rehana	Girl	Basil; We are here
Rukayat	Girl	One who Allah loves; One of the daughters of Prophet
Rawa	Unisex	Satisfaction with drink; Refreshing water
Rasheeda	Girl	Rightly guided; Well-guided
Rafia	Girl	God heals; Noble; High; Sublime
Rizwana	Girl	One who is a beautiful guardian of Paradise
Resham	Girl	Silk
Raffia	Girl	High; Noble; Sublime

Rajal	Boy	King; Prince; Royal
Raameen	Girl	Obedient
Raeha	Girl	Fragrance; Perfume
Rais	Boy	Chief; Leader
Rajwa	Girl	Expectation; Hope; A wish that came true
Ramish	Girl	Song; Peace; Happiness; Rest
Ramiza	Girl	Heavenly beauty
Raqeeb	Boy	Overseer; Observer; Rival; Competitor
Raqib	Boy	Overseer; Observer; Rival; Competitor
Rasmin	Girl	Beloved; Desired; Bearer of rays; Symbol

Rasmiya	Girl	Ceremonial; Ceremonious
Rauhah	Girl	A happy and content individual
Rawhiyah	Girl	A highly spiritual person
Rawiya	Girl	Storyteller
Rawya	Girl	Storyteller
Rawza	Girl	Garden; Tomb
Rayees	Boy	Chief; Leader; Wealthy; Rich
Raytah	Girl	A daughter of a small farmer
Rayyan	Unisex	Watered; Plentiful; Heaven's flower; Luxuriant
Razeen	Girl	Noble; Dignified; Gentle; Composed

Razik	Boy	Helper; Giver; Provider
Raziq	Boy	Helper; Giver; Provider
Razzaq	Boy	Provider; Sustainer
Reda	Unisex	Contentment; Satisfaction
Rehmat	Boy	Pity; Grace; Forgiveness; Mercy
Reiaf	Boy	A Muslim male name
Reyah	Unisex	Fragrance; Triumph; Strength
Rezaulkarim	Boy	A satisfaction of the most genereous one
Riyadh	Boy	Meadows; Gardens
Riyasat	Boy	Rule; Dominion

Riza	Unisex	Contentment; Satisfaction
Rizqin	Girl	Bestowed; Blessed
Rizvan	Boy	Contentment; Satisfaction
Rizvi	Boy	Contentment; Satisfaction
Rizwan	Unisex	Contentment; Satisfaction
Roheen	Girl	An Iron-strong woman
Roshna	Girl	Light; Bright; Shining
Rozinah	Girl	One day's wage
Rubaina	Girl	Bright
Rufayah	Girl	Hadith's early student

Ruhiya	Girl	A woman of great spirits; A spritual one
Rukhailah	Girl	A name of the Sahabi who fought in the battle of Badr; A ewe
Rukhsana	Girl	Bright; Shining
Ruksha	Girl	Beautiful; Dry; Rough; Shining; Brilliant
Rumaithah	Girl	A name of a Sahabiyah
Rumeha	Girl	A girl who is a beautiful stone
Rummana	Girl	A plum; Purple colour
Rusheel	Boy	Charming
Rafqa	Girl	Shiny
Rez	Boy	Abundance

Rufaida	Girl	Support
Rahina	Unisex	Soft; Beautiful; Merciful

Infographic: Impactful Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With R

A given name can profoundly impact your child’s persona in many ways. Therefore, selecting a name with a meaningful theme and cultural relevance is vital. To help you make an informed and thoughtful choice, we bring you an infographic on dynamic Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With R that could inspire your child to reach their full potential and become the best version of themselves.

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

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