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Arabic Baby Girl Names

Arabic baby girl names are celebrated for their lyrical softness, poetic elegance, and deep spiritual virtues. Explore our curated selection of names for your daughter, featuring islamic baby girl names from quran, names of historic muslim women, and modern favorites popular in the Gulf.

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Complete List of Arabic Baby Girl Names

bilquis

Queen of Sheba

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madiha

Praiseworthy

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saima

Fasting

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reema

White antelope

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zubaida

Marigold, prime

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nazia

Pride

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naima

Tranquil, at peace

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muntaha

The ultimate degree

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lumina

Sunset, light

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khansa

Pug-nosed

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jaweria

Bringer of happiness

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hasina

Beautiful

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ghazala

Gazelle

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fahima

Intelligent, scholars

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daanya

Close, beautiful

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bushra

Good omen, glad tidings

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aafia

Vigor, good health

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yasmin

Jasmine flower

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wajiha

Eminent, distinguished

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tahira

Pure, chaste

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kausar

Abundance, river in paradise

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leila

Night

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ayah

Verse, sign

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safiya

Pure

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samia

Exalted, elevated

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asilah

Honey-like

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mayada

To walk with a swinging gait

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aya

Verse, sign

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leen

Tender

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zahara

Shining, flower

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rania

Delighted, contented

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nashwa

Fragrance, perfume

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ghazal

Ode, poem

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asma

Supreme, excellent

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nida

Call, voice

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fiza

Breeze, wide open space

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sumayya

High above, exalted

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dina

Love, religion

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amira

Princess, leader

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samira

Entertaining companion

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rehana

Sweet-smelling plant

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laila

Night, dark beauty

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farah

Joy, happiness

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sadia

Lucky, blessed

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habiba

Beloved

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maha

Beautiful eyes

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alya

Loftiness, sky

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al-anoud

Strong, unbroken

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hessa

Destiny, portion

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hind

Group of camels

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dana

Large pearl

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reem

Gazelle

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latifa

Gentle, kind

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noura

Light

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salma

Safe, peaceful

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halimah

Gentle, patient

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aminah

Trustworthy, faithful

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safiyyah

Pure

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ruqayyah

Gentle, ascending

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khadija

Premature child

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Arabic Girl Names: Elegance, Meaning & Trends

Arabic girl names are famous for their lyrical softness and poetic imagery. They often draw inspiration from nature (Yasmin/Jasmine, Zahra/Flower), celestial bodies (Qamar/Moon, Najma/Star), or virtuous qualities (Amira/Princess, Salma/Safe/Peaceful).

**A Legacy of Strength and Beauty** Beyond their pleasing sound, these names carry stories of remarkable women in history. Naming a daughter 'Aisha' (Living/Life) or 'Lina' (Tender/Palm Tree) connects her to centuries of culture where women played pivotal roles in society, literature, and leadership.

**Modern Trends for 2026** Parents are increasingly favoring names that sound gentle yet carry strong meanings. 'Mira' (Princess/Commanding), 'Sana' (Radiance), and 'Lyla' (Night/Beauty) are top choices. These names bridge the gap between traditional heritage and modern, cosmopolitan identity.

**How to Choose** Focus on the meaning first. Does it resonate with your hopes for her? Speak the name aloud to test its rhythm. Many Arabic names have beautiful diminutives or nicknames that add to their charm.

Why This Matters:

An Arabic name wraps your daughter in a tradition of poetic beauty and dignity, offering her a strong identity with a gentle sound.

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