Popular Muslim Boy Names with Meaning

When choosing a name for your son, it’s essential to find one that reflects your Islamic faith and cultural heritage. Muslim boy names carry deep meanings, often rooted in Arabic, Persian, or other Islamic traditions, and selecting the right name is a way to connect your child to this rich legacy. Popular names like Azlaan, Huzaifa, Zain, Saad, and Hamza are not just trendy—they each carry significance that aligns with Islamic values.

NameGenderReligionMeaning
AfsharBoyMuslimCompanion, Partner
AfshinBoyMuslimName of an Iranian General; derived name from princely title of rulers of Osrusana
AfsinBoyMuslimShining Star
AftaBoyMuslimLater Born, Younger
Aftab AhmedBoyMuslim
Aftab AliBoyMuslim
Aftab HussainBoyMuslim
AftabBoyMuslimThe Sun
AftabuddinBoyMuslimSun of the religion (Islam)
AftarBoyMuslimBreakfast the east,
AftekharBoyMuslimTo Be Proud
AfthabBoyMuslimSun
AfthafBoyMuslimGod Gift
AftharBoyMuslimHoly Incarnation
AfuwBoyMuslimOne who Pardons
AfuwwBoyMuslimThe Pardoner, He who pardons
AfwanBoyMuslimForgiven, Welcome
AfyaanBoyMuslimKing / Leader
AfyahBoyMuslimFragrant, Wide, Extensive
AfyanBoyMuslimForgiven, Shadow
AfzaalBoyMuslimCollect bounty
AfzaanBoyMuslimKing of King
Afzal AhmedBoyMuslim
Afzal AliBoyMuslim
Afzal HussainBoyMuslim
AfzalBoyMuslimGrace
AfzanBoyMuslimKing of Kings
AfzinBoyMuslimShining Star
AfzulBoyMuslimBest, Top
AgarBoyMuslimThe Beginning
AghaBoyMuslimAnother Name For God
AgharBoyMuslimGood, noble, well-known
AgharrBoyMuslimHandsome, beautiful, distinguished illustrious, noble, Magnanimous Name of a companion of the Prophet, bin al-Muzan
AghlabBoyMuslimSuperior, supreme,
AgimBoyMuslimRiser, Dawn
AginBoyMuslimThe meaning behind the name is not so appropriate to name someone as it means an illegitimate child or a name given to the lowest ranks of nobles,
Ahad AhmedBoyMuslim
Ahad AliBoyMuslimOne, Unique, Matchless
Ahad HussainBoyMuslim
AhadBoyMuslimOne, Unique, Matchless, Another Name For God
Ahad RazaBoyMuslimOne, Unique, Matchless
AhadiyahBoyMuslimUnity
AhailBoyMuslimPrince
AhamadBoyMuslimOne who Saves
AhamadaBoyMuslimMost Praiseworthy
AhamathBoyMuslimWorthy of Praise
AhamdBoyMuslimOne who Saves
AhamedBoyMuslimPowerful
AhaqBoyMuslimDeserving, Worthier
AhaqqBoyMuslimDeserving, Worthier

Whether you prefer a name that is traditional or modern, each option offers a meaningful way to instill a sense of identity and faith in your child. By choosing a name with profound meaning, you ensure that your child will carry a piece of their heritage and the values you hold dear throughout their life.