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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240 Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With S

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Salma	Girl	Safe; Peaceful
Saniyah	Girl	Second child; Splendid; Brilliant
Sultan	Boy	He is a King; A Sultan; He rules others
Saira	Girl	A traveller
Samaya	Unisex	Peace; Tranquility; Appointed; Proper time; High Above
Saniya	Girl	Brilliant; Splendid; Second Child
Sahil	Boy	A shore; A coastline
Sidra	Girl	Goddess of the stars; Lotus tree; Order
Sabir	Boy	Patient; Enduring person
Sahir	Boy	Wakeful

Syeda	Girl	Lady; Mistress; Leader; Fortunate one
Sajid	Boy	One who bows down to God
Sakina	Girl	Calmness; Peace
Suhana	Girl	Pleasant; Beautiful; Charming; Likeable
Samar	Girl	Evening conversations; Fruit; Profit; Battle; War
Sitara	Girl	A star; The morning star
Sadia	Girl	Fortunate; Lucky; Intelligent
Sharif	Boy	Honest; Noble; Distinguished; Noble; Honorable
Sufyan	Boy	Wool; Pure; Clean; Slim; Thin
Sadiq	Boy	True; Sincere; Loyal

Sartaj	Boy	Head; Crown; Leader; Chief
Sania	Girl	Brilliant; Splendid; Defending men
Sehrish	Girl	The Sunrise; Dawn
Shaheen	Boy	Falcon, Hawk
Shareef	Boy	Eminent; Virtuous; Noble; Highborn; Honorable
Sheikh	Boy	Elder; Tribe's leader; Islamic scholar
Sadiya	Girl	Lucky; Blessed; Happy
Shah	Boy	Monarch; King; Sovereign of Iran; Gentleman; Merchant
Shoaib	Boy	Midianite prophet in Quran; Abundance
Samina	Girl	Valuable; Precious; Priceless

Shamiya	Unisex	Pretty; Polite
Salahuddin	Boy	Righteousness of religion
Saahir	Boy	Charming; Wakeful
Shams	Boy	Sun; Spark; Fragrance
Sohail	Boy	Level; Even; Star
Sufiyan	Girl	Wool; Pure; Clean; Thin; Slim
Sabiha	Girl	Morning; Beautiful; Graceful
Samera	Unisex	Companion in night conversation; Under God's rule; To talk in the evening; Battle; War; Enchanting; Early morning fragrance; Entertaining companion; Wind
Siddiq	Boy	Truthful; Honest
Suhaan	Boy	Pleasant; Beautiful; Charming; Likeable

Shahzain	Unisex	Brave; Good adornment; Skillful; Handsome King
Shahil	Boy	Shore, Beach; Leader
Saima	Girl	Fasting
Shahmeer	Boy	One who is very handsome; King-like; Beauty; End of a rope
Suhail	Boy	Level; Even; A bright star
Suleman	Boy	Peaceful man
Shahara	Girl	Desert; Support
Shazia	Girl	Rare; Unusual; Fragrant; Princess
Shiza	Girl	Splendor; A gift
Shazad	Boy	Son of the king; Prince

Sameen	Boy	Precious; Invaluable; Costly
Shafiq	Boy	Compassionate
Shahbaz	Boy	King's falcon; Royal falcon or hawk; King of the eagles
Saahil	Girl	Shore; Bank; Seaside; Coast
Sohil	Boy	The second brightest star in the sky; Level; Even; Bright; Prominent
Sadaf	Girl	Seashell; Mother of pearl; Top
Sakeena	Girl	Calmness; Peace
Sultana	Girl	Ruler; King
Salaam	Boy	Peace
Shahab	Boy	Shooting star; Meteor

Saleha	Girl	Virtuous
Savera	Girl	Dawn; New Beginning
Shafi	Boy	Intercessor; Mediator; Healer
Shabnam	Girl	Dew
Shamsa	Girl	The Sun
Samee	Unisex	One who hears; Name of God; Flower
Sairah	Girl	One who travels
Simra	Girl	Memory; Fruit; Benefit, Result
Saifuddin	Boy	A sword of religion
Saladin	Boy	Righteousness of religion

Saifullah	Boy	Sword of Allah
Sarfaraz	Boy	Proud; Triumphant
Shaheed	Boy	Lion; Strength of God; A witness; A martyr
Shehzad	Boy	Prince; Son of a king
Sheraz	Boy	Affectionate; Daring; Caring; Free as a lion
Sarmad	Boy	The eternal one; Everlasting
Shahryar	Boy	A kingly person
Saqib	Boy	The truthful; Something well-chosen; Piercing; Sharp; Keen; Insightful; Piercing star
Sohaib	Boy	Brownish-red hair; Brownish-red complexion
Shabaz	Unisex	Royal falcon; King's falcon

Sheza	Girl	Luminosity; Spendor; Virtue
Shaikh	Boy	Chief; Chieftain; Head
Snigdha	Unisex	Elegant; Graceful; Kind; Affectionate
Sabira	Girl	Patient; Enduring person
Sabra	Girl	Patient; Enduring person; Cactus
Sanah	Girl	Tie together; Fasten; Radiance; Brilliance; Splendor
Shahida	Girl	Witness
Sharmeen	Girl	Shame; Modesty; Shy
Samarra	Unisex	Companion in night conversation; Battle
Sitora	Unisex	Star

Shahla	Girl	A woman with bluish-black eyes
Sabeen	Girl	Follower of another religion; Cool breeze
Sadira	Girl	Order; Sequence; Lotus tree
Saeeda	Girl	Happy; Lucky
Simrah	Girl	Heaven; Fruit
Sahab	Girl	The clouds in the sky
Sayah	Girl	A shade; A shadow
Sundas	Girl	Heaven's dress; Beautiful; Good
Shabana	Girl	Scatter; Famous; Young lady; Belonging to the night
Shamila	Girl	Universal; Comprehensive; Embodying; Profound

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Infographic: Meaningful Urdu Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With S

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

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