Choosing a Muslim boy name is one of the most meaningful decisions for parents. In Islam, names are more than labels – they carry faith, identity, and blessings. Prophet Muhammad ﷺ encouraged Muslims to give their children beautiful names with good meanings.

In today’s time, many parents look for unique, stylish, and modern names that also remain true to Islamic tradition. That’s why we’ve compiled this 500-name collection of the best Muslim boy names with Arabic spellings and meanings for 2025.

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Tips for Choosing a Muslim Baby Boy Name

1. Good Meaning – Always choose names with positive meanings.
2. Quranic Origin – Names of Prophets and Sahaba are timeless.
3. Simple Pronunciation – A name should be easy to say.
4. Unique yet Islamic – Balance modern style with Islamic tradition.
5. Blessed Identity – A name should reflect your child’s future with dignity.

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The Ultimate List of 500 Muslim Boy Names with Meanings

To make things easier, we’ve divided the names into categories:

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Modern Muslim Boy Names (1–100)

1. Aahil (آهل) – Prince, leader
2. Aariz (عارض) – Respectable man
3. Aaban (آبان) – Angel of iron
4. Adeel (عادل) – Just, fair
5. Adnan (عدنان) – Settler, long-term resident
6. Ahyan (أحيان) – Gift of God
7. Aiman (أيمن) – Fearless, blessed
8. Akeel (عقيل) – Intelligent, wise
9. Almir (المير) – Prince, ruler
10. Anas (أنس) – Affection, companionship
11. Aqeel (عقيل) – Wise, knowledgeable
12. Arham (أرحم) – Merciful
13. Arslan (أرسلان) – Lion
14. Aryan (آريان) – Warrior, pure
15. Asad (أسد) – Lion, brave
16. Ashar (أشر) – Popular, noble
17. Asif (آصف) – Forgiver, helper
18. Atif (عاطف) – Kind, sympathetic
19. Ayaan (عيان) – Gift of God
20. Azeem (عظيم) – Grand, magnificent
21. Azlan (أزلان) – Lion
22. Azmi (عزمي) – Resolute, determined
23. Daniyal (دانيال) – Prophet Daniel (AS)
24. Darim (دارم) – Old Arabic tribe’s name
25. Dawud (داوود) – Prophet David (AS)
26. Ehan (إحان) – Full moon, moonlight
27. Ehsan (إحسان) – Goodness, excellence
28. Emaan (إيمان) – Faith, belief
29. Faiz (فيز) – Victorious, successful
30. Faraz (فراز) – Elevation, height
31. Farhan (فرحان) – Happy, joyful
32. Fawad (فؤاد) – Heart
33. Feroz (فيروز) – Gem, turquoise stone
34. Firas (فراس) – Perspicacity, intelligence
35. Fuzail (فضيل) – Excellent, virtuous
36. Ghaith (غيث) – Rain, blessing
37. Ghazi (غازي) – Conqueror, warrior
38. Habib (حبيب) – Beloved, dear
39. Haidar (حيدر) – Lion, brave
40. Hamdan (حمدان) – One who praises Allah
41. Hamid (حامد) – Praiser, thankful
42. Haris (حارس) – Guardian, protector
43. Hasan (حسن) – Handsome, good
44. Hashir (هاشر) – One who gathers
45. Huzaifa (حذيفة) – Companion of Prophet ﷺ
46. Ibad (عباد) – Worshipper of Allah
47. Ibraheem (إبراهيم) – Prophet Abraham (AS)
48. Idris (إدريس) – Prophet Idris (AS)
49. Ihsan (إحسان) – Excellence
50. Imran (عمران) – Family of Maryam (AS)
51. Irfan (عرفان) – Knowledge, wisdom
52. Isa (عيسى) – Prophet Jesus (AS)
53. Ishaaq (إسحاق) – Prophet Isaac (AS)
54. Iskandar (إسكندر) – Defender of mankind
55. Ismail (إسماعيل) – Prophet Ismail (AS)
56. Izaan (إيزان) – Obedience, submission
57. Jafar (جعفر) – Stream, rivulet
58. Jahangir (جهانكير) – Conqueror of the world
59. Jameel (جميل) – Beautiful, handsome
60. Jasim (جاسم) – Great, strong
61. Jawad (جواد) – Generous, noble
62. Jubair (جبير) – Counsellor, comforter
63. Kabir (كبير) – Great, grand
64. Kamil (كامل) – Perfect, complete
65. Kamran (كامران) – Prosperous, fortunate
66. Kareem (كريم) – Generous, noble
67. Kashan (كاشان) – City in Iran, pure
68. Khalid (خالد) – Eternal, immortal
69. Khawar (خاور) – East, dawn
70. Luqman (لقمان) – Wise man in Qur’an
71. Maaz (معاذ) – Protected, brave
72. Mahir (ماهر) – Skillful, expert
73. Malik (مالك) – King, master
74. Mansoor (منصور) – Victorious, supported
75. Marwan (مروان) – Solid stone, strong
76. Masood (مسعود) – Fortunate, happy
77. Mateen (متين) – Strong, firm
78. Mazhar (مظهر) – Manifestation, appearance
79. Mehmood (محمود) – Praiseworthy
80. Mikaeel (ميكائيل) – Angel Michael
81. Mirza (ميرزا) – Prince, nobleman
82. Moaz (معاذ) – Refuge, protection
83. Mubarak (مبارك) – Blessed, fortunate
84. Mudassir (مدثر) – One who covers himself
85. Mujeeb (مجيب) – Responsive, answering
86. Munir (منير) – Radiant, shining
87. Mustafa (مصطفى) – Chosen one (Prophet ﷺ)
88. Muzammil (مزمل) – Wrapped in garments
89. Nadeem (نديم) – Friend, companion
90. Nadir (نادر) – Rare, unique
91. Nafees (نفيس) – Precious, valuable
92. Naeem (نعيم) – Comfort, ease
93. Najeeb (نجيب) – Noble, distinguished
94. Nauman (نعمان) – Blood, life, flower
95. Naveed (نويد) – Good news
96. Nayel (نائل) – Giver, achiever
97. Noman (نعمان) – Happiness, blood of rose
98. Nouman (نعمان) – Bliss, happiness
99. Omar (عمر) – Long-lived, flourishing
100. Osama (أسامة) – Lion

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Quranic & Prophetic Names (101–200)

101. Adam (آدم) – First Prophet, father of mankind
102. Ayyub (أيوب) – Prophet Job (AS), patient and steadfast
103. Harun (هارون) – Prophet Aaron (AS), exalted, strong
104. Ilyas (إلياس) – Prophet Elijah (AS), devoted servant of Allah
105. Yunus (يونس) – Prophet Jonah (AS), who was swallowed by the whale
106. Zakariya (زكريا) – Prophet Zechariah (AS), devoted and prayerful
107. Hud (هود) – Prophet Hud (AS), guided his people to Allah
108. Saleh (صالح) – Prophet Saleh (AS), righteous and virtuous
109. Shoaib (شعيب) – Prophet Shoaib (AS), wise and honest
110. Lut (لوط) – Prophet Lot (AS), righteous and moral
111. Nuh (نوح) – Prophet Noah (AS), patient and persistent
112. Yusuf (يوسف) – Prophet Joseph (AS), handsome and faithful
113. Musa (موسى) – Prophet Moses (AS), leader and speaker
114. Ibrahim (إبراهيم) – Prophet Abraham (AS), father of Prophets
115. Ismail (إسماعيل) – Prophet Ishmael (AS), obedient and devoted
116. Dawud (داوود) – Prophet David (AS), king and psalmist
117. Sulaiman (سليمان) – Prophet Solomon (AS), wise and just
118. Yahya (يحيى) – Prophet John the Baptist (AS), righteous
119. Zakariya (زكريا) – Prophet Zechariah (AS), devoted servant of Allah
120. Idris (إدريس) – Prophet Idris (AS), wise and learned
121. Shu’ayb (شعيب) – Prophet Shu’ayb (AS), honest and just
122. Ayyash (عيّاش) – Companion, devoted servant
123. Ishaq (إسحاق) – Prophet Isaac (AS), joyous, laughter
124. Yahya (يحيى) – Prophet John (AS), life-giver
125. Ilyas (إلياس) – Prophet Elijah (AS), devoted to Allah
126. Zakariya (زكريا) – Prophet Zechariah (AS), prayerful
127. Hud (هود) – Prophet Hud (AS), guided his people to truth
128. Saleh (صالح) – Prophet Saleh (AS), guided his people to righteousness
129. Shoaib (شعيب) – Prophet Shoaib (AS), honest and fair
130. Lut (لوط) – Prophet Lot (AS), moral leader
131. Nuh (نوح) – Prophet Noah (AS), patient and persistent
132. Yusuf (يوسف) – Prophet Joseph (AS), handsome and loyal
133. Musa (موسى) – Prophet Moses (AS), leader and speaker
134. Ibrahim (إبراهيم) – Prophet Abraham (AS), father of nations
135. Ismail (إسماعيل) – Prophet Ishmael (AS), obedient to Allah
136. Dawud (داوود) – Prophet David (AS), king and psalmist
137. Sulaiman (سليمان) – Prophet Solomon (AS), wise and just
138. Yahya (يحيى) – Prophet John the Baptist (AS), righteous
139. Zakariya (زكريا) – Prophet Zechariah (AS), devoted servant
140. Idris (إدريس) – Prophet Idris (AS), scholar and prophet
141. Shu’ayb (شعيب) – Prophet Shu’ayb (AS), honest merchant
142. Ayyash (عيّاش) – Devoted servant of Allah
143. Ishaq (إسحاق) – Prophet Isaac (AS), joy and laughter
144. Yunus (يونس) – Prophet Jonah (AS), patient and repentant
145. Yusuf (يوسف) – Prophet Joseph (AS), righteous and handsome
146. Musa (موسى) – Prophet Moses (AS), law-giver and leader
147. Ibrahim (إبراهيم) – Prophet Abraham (AS), father of faith
148. Ismail (إسماعيل) – Prophet Ishmael (AS), obedient and steadfast
149. Dawud (داوود) – Prophet David (AS), powerful and wise
150. Sulaiman (سليمان) – Prophet Solomon (AS), just and wise
151. Yahya (يحيى) – Prophet John (AS), truthful and devout
152. Zakariya (زكريا) – Prophet Zechariah (AS), prayerful
153. Hud (هود) – Prophet Hud (AS), guided his people to faith
154. Saleh (صالح) – Prophet Saleh (AS), righteous
155. Shoaib (شعيب) – Prophet Shu’ayb (AS), honest and just
156. Lut (لوط) – Prophet Lot (AS), moral leader
157. Nuh (نوح) – Prophet Noah (AS), steadfast
158. Ilyas (إلياس) – Prophet Elijah (AS), faithful servant
159. Idris (إدريس) – Prophet Idris (AS), wise scholar
160. Shu’ayb (شعيب) – Prophet Shu’ayb (AS), fair and honest
161. Ayyash (عيّاش) – Companion, faithful servant
162. Ishaq (إسحاق) – Prophet Isaac (AS), joyful
163. Yunus (يونس) – Prophet Jonah (AS), patient and repentant
164. Yusuf (يوسف) – Prophet Joseph (AS), loyal and righteous
165. Musa (موسى) – Prophet Moses (AS), leader and speaker
166. Ibrahim (إبراهيم) – Prophet Abraham (AS), father of faith
167. Ismail (إسماعيل) – Prophet Ishmael (AS), obedient
168. Dawud (داوود) – Prophet David (AS), just king
169. Sulaiman (سليمان) – Prophet Solomon (AS), wise ruler
170. Yahya (يحيى) – Prophet John (AS), devout and truthful
171. Zakariya (زكريا) – Prophet Zechariah (AS), prayerful and faithful
172. Hud (هود) – Prophet Hud (AS), guided his people
173. Saleh (صالح) – Prophet Saleh (AS), righteous and moral
174. Shoaib (شعيب) – Prophet Shoaib (AS), honest and wise
175. Lut (لوط) – Prophet Lot (AS), upright and moral
176. Nuh (نوح) – Prophet Noah (AS), persistent and faithful
177. Ilyas (إلياس) – Prophet Elijah (AS), devoted servant
178. Idris (إدريس) – Prophet Idris (AS), scholarly and wise
179. Shu’ayb (شعيب) – Prophet Shu’ayb (AS), just and honest
180. Ayyash (عيّاش) – Devoted servant
181. Ishaq (إسحاق) – Prophet Isaac (AS), joyful and obedient
182. Yunus (يونس) – Prophet Jonah (AS), patient and repentant
183. Yusuf (يوسف) – Prophet Joseph (AS), righteous and faithful
184. Musa (موسى) – Prophet Moses (AS), leader and prophet
185. Ibrahim (إبراهيم) – Prophet Abraham (AS), father of nations
186. Ismail (إسماعيل) – Prophet Ishmael (AS), obedient and faithful
187. Dawud (داوود) – Prophet David (AS), king and wise
188. Sulaiman (سليمان) – Prophet Solomon (AS), just ruler
189. Yahya (يحيى) – Prophet John (AS), truthful and devout
190. Zakariya (زكريا) – Prophet Zechariah (AS), prayerful
191. Hud (هود) – Prophet Hud (AS), righteous leader
192. Saleh (صالح) – Prophet Saleh (AS), just and moral
193. Shoaib (شعيب) – Prophet Shoaib (AS), fair and honest
194. Lut (لوط) – Prophet Lot (AS), moral guide
195. Nuh (نوح) – Prophet Noah (AS), patient and steadfast
196. Ilyas (إلياس) – Prophet Elijah (AS), devoted and wise
197. Idris (إدريس) – Prophet Idris (AS), scholar and prophet
198. Shu’ayb (شعيب) – Prophet Shu’ayb (AS), honest and fair
199. Ayyash (عيّاش) – Devoted companion
200. Ishaq (إسحاق) – Prophet Isaac (AS), joy and obedience

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Short & Cute Names (201–300)

201. Aabid (عابد) – Worshipper of Allah
202. Aadil (عادل) – Just, fair
203. Aafi (عافي) – Forgiver, protector
204. Aarib (عارب) – Handsome, healthy
205. Aashif (آشف) – Bold, courageous
206. Aayan (عيان) – Gift of God
207. Affan (عفان) – Chaste, pure
208. Ahad (أحد) – The one, unique
209. Alee (علي) – High, exalted
210. Amin (أمين) – Trustworthy, faithful
211. Amir (أمير) – Leader, prince
212. Anas (أنس) – Companion, affection
213. Aqid (عقيد) – Leader, commander
214. Arif (عارف) – Knowledgeable, wise
215. Asim (عاصم) – Protector, guardian
216. Atif (عاطف) – Kind, compassionate
217. Awab (أواب) – One who repents to Allah
218. Azim (عظيم) – Great, magnificent
219. Badr (بدر) – Full moon
220. Bari (باري) – Creator, originator
221. Bilal (بلال) – Companion of Prophet ﷺ, moisture
222. Dani (داني) – Near, close
223. Diya (ضياء) – Light, brightness
224. Eesa (عيسى) – Prophet Jesus (AS)
225. Ehan (إحان) – Full moon, shining
226. Emad (عماد) – Support, pillar
227. Fadi (فادي) – Redeemer, savior
228. Fahd (فهد) – Panther, leopard
229. Fahim (فهم) – Intelligent, wise
230. Faisal (فيصل) – Judge, decisive
231. Farid (فريد) – Unique, precious
232. Faruq (فاروق) – One who distinguishes right from wrong
233. Fazl (فضل) – Bounty, grace
234. Fida (فداء) – Sacrifice
235. Fuad (فؤاد) – Heart
236. Ghalib (غالب) – Victor, dominant
237. Ghazi (غازي) – Warrior, conqueror
238. Habib (حبيب) – Beloved
239. Hadi (هادي) – Guide, leader
240. Hafiz (حافظ) – Guardian, protector, memorizer of Qur’an
241. Hakam (حكم) – Judge, ruler
242. Hamza (حمزة) – Lion, steadfast
243. Hani (هاني) – Happy, delighted
244. Haris (حارس) – Guard, protector
245. Harun (هارون) – Prophet Aaron (AS)
246. Hasib (حسيب) – Noble, respected
247. Hatim (حاتم) – Judge, decider
248. Husn (حسن) – Goodness, beauty
249. Huzayl (هزيل) – Old Arabic name
250. Idil (إديل) – Reason, wisdom
251. Ihsan (إحسان) – Goodness, excellence
252. Ilyas (إلياس) – Prophet Elias (AS)
253. Imad (عماد) – Support, pillar
254. Imran (عمران) – Prosperity, family name in Qur’an
255. Iqbal (إقبال) – Prosperity, success
256. Irshad (إرشاد) – Guidance
257. Isa (عيسى) – Prophet Jesus (AS)
258. Ishaq (إسحاق) – Prophet Isaac (AS)
259. Iskaf (إسكاف) – Cobbler, craftsman
260. Israr (إصرار) – Determination, persistence
261. Issa (عيسى) – Prophet Jesus (AS)
262. Iyaan (عيان) – Gift of God
263. Jad (جاد) – Serious, earnest
264. Jalil (جليل) – Great, exalted
265. Jamil (جميل) – Beautiful, handsome
266. Jarir (جرير) – Companion of Prophet ﷺ
267. Jasim (جاسم) – Strong, stout
268. Javid (جاويد) – Eternal, everlasting
269. Jawad (جواد) – Generous, noble
270. Jazib (جاذب) – Attractive, charming
271. Jibril (جبريل) – Angel Gabriel
272. Junaid (جنيد) – Young warrior
273. Kabir (كبير) – Great, grand
274. Kafil (كفيل) – Guardian, sponsor
275. Kaleem (كليم) – Speaker, conversationalist
276. Kamal (كمال) – Perfection, excellence
277. Kamil (كامل) – Complete, whole
278. Karam (كرم) – Generosity, kindness
279. Karim (كريم) – Generous, noble
280. Khalaf (خلف) – Successor, descendant
281. Khalid (خالد) – Eternal, immortal
282. Khidr (خضر) – Prophet’s name, green
283. Latif (لطيف) – Gentle, kind
284. Luqman (لقمان) – Wise man mentioned in Qur’an
285. Maaz (معاذ) – Refuge, protector
286. Mahir (ماهر) – Skilled, expert
287. Majid (ماجد) – Glorious, noble
288. Malik (مالك) – King, master
289. Mamun (مأمون) – Trustworthy, reliable
290. Marid (مارد) – Giant, rebellious
291. Maruf (معروف) – Good, well-known
292. Masud (مسعود) – Fortunate, happy
293. Mazin (مازن) – Proper name, rain clouds
294. Mikail (ميكائيل) – Angel Michael
295. Miraj (معراج) – Ascension, ladder to heaven
296. Moin (معين) – Helper, supporter
297. Muiz (معز) – One who gives honor
298. Munir (منير) – Radiant, shining
299. Musa (موسى) – Prophet Moses (AS)
300. Naim (نعيم) – Comfort, blessing

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Rare & Unique Arabic Names (301–400)

301. Rayyan (ريان) – Gate of Paradise, luxuriant
302. Zavian (زاويان) – Radiant, bright light
303. Rafay (رافى) – Exalter, high rank
304. Abeer (عبير) – Fragrance, perfume
305. Faris (فارس) – Knight, horseman
306. Sahil (سahil) – Guide, coast
307. Azaan (أذان) – Call to prayer
308. Miraj (معراج) – Ascension, ladder to Heaven
309. Sarfaraz (سرفراز) – Honored, dignified
310. Junaid (جنيد) – Young warrior, soldier
311. Zawad (زوّاد) – Gift, provision
312. Ibtisam (ابتسام) – Smile
313. Munawwar (منور) – Enlightened, radiant
314. Saif (سيف) – Sword
315. Naif (نايف) – Elevated, tall
316. Tahseen (تحسين) – Beautification, improvement
317. Rameez (رمز) – Symbol, sign
318. Nashit (نشيط) – Active, energetic
319. Haseeb (حسيب) – Noble, respected
320. Zawahir (زواهر) – Bright, radiant
321. Rafee (رفيع) – Exalted, noble
322. Fida (فداء) – Sacrifice, devotion
323. Muntasir (منتصر) – Victorious
324. Saqib (ثاقب) – Shining, piercing star
325. Burhan (برهان) – Proof, evidence
326. Maazin (مازن) – Proper name, also means rain clouds
327. Shahzad (شهزاد) – Prince, son of king
328. Idrees (إدريس) – Prophet Idris (AS), studious
329. Riaz (رياض) – Gardens, meadows
330. Ziyad (زياد) – Abundance, growth
331. Aasif (آصف) – Name of Prophet Sulaiman’s minister
332. Basil (باسل) – Brave, fearless
333. Saifuddin (سيف الدين) – Sword of religion
334. Gibran (جبران) – Reward, compensation
335. Kanz (كنز) – Treasure
336. Yunus (يونس) – Prophet Jonah (AS)
337. Aashir (عاشر) – Living, well-mannered
338. Haris (حارس) – Guard, protector
339. Shamil (شامل) – Complete, comprehensive
340. Taimur (تيمور) – Brave, strong
341. Zaroon (زارون) – Visitor, flower
342. Jibrail (جبريل) – Angel Gabriel
343. Aabid (عابد) – Worshipper of Allah
344. Mustansir (مستنصر) – One who seeks victory
345. Zameer (ضمير) – Heart, conscience
346. Aqdas (أقدس) – Holy, pure
347. Nizam (نظام) – Discipline, system
348. Saifan (سيفان) – Sword
349. Aabir (عابر) – Passing, temporary
350. Rameen (رامين) – Guardian, rescuer
351. Shamil (شامل) – All-inclusive, perfect
352. Muqtadir (مقتدر) – Powerful, mighty
353. Taymur (تيمور) – Iron, strong
354. Ahsan (أحسن) – Best, most beautiful
355. Zarar (ضرار) – Brave warrior, Sahabi’s name
356. Laith (ليث) – Lion
357. Nawfal (نوفل) – Generous, noble
358. Shaheer (شَهير) – Famous, renowned
359. Kifayat (كفاية) – Capability, sufficiency
360. Muadh (معاذ) – Protected, companion’s name
361. Sarmad (سرمد) – Eternal, everlasting
362. Zameel (زميل) – Companion, friend
363. Akbar (أكبر) – Greatest
364. Anwar (أنور) – More luminous, radiant
365. Haziq (حاذق) – Skillful, clever
366. Mumtaz (ممتاز) – Distinguished, unique
367. Shan (شان) – Dignity, grandeur
368. Kaiser (قيصر) – Emperor, ruler
369. Amjad (أمجد) – More glorious, noble
370. Zeeshan (ذيشان) – Possessor of dignity
371. Sufyan (سفيان) – Companion’s name, fast-moving
372. Aban (أبان) – Old Arabic name, clear, eloquent
373. Nabil (نبيل) – Noble, high-born
374. Jamal (جمال) – Beauty, elegance
375. Luay (لؤي) – Shield, protection
376. Tabish (تباش) – Warmth, brilliance
377. Aafaq (آفاق) – Horizons
378. Shahbaz (شهباز) – Royal falcon
379. Maahir (ماهر) – Skilled, expert
380. Tariq (طارق) – Morning star, night visitor
381. Mazin (مازن) – Proper name, rain clouds
382. Sadiq (صادق) – Truthful, honest
383. Qamar (قمر) – Moon
384. Nizar (نزار) – Rare, little
385. Ibtihaj (ابتهاج) – Joy, happiness
386. Shahid (شهيد) – Witness, martyr
387. Aziz (عزيز) – Mighty, dear
388. Badr (بدر) – Full moon
389. Rafiq (رفيق) – Friend, companion
390. Yasir (ياسر) – Wealthy, easy-going
391. Khubaib (خبيب) – Companion, small rope
392. Raheel (راحل) – One who travels
393. Saeed (سعيد) – Happy, fortunate
394. Ghani (غني) – Rich, independent
395. Munir (منير) – Luminous, shining
396. Zaheer (زهير) – Bright, shining, helper
397. Ma’ruf (معروف) – Good, known, famous
398. Tameem (تميم) – Complete, strong
399. Zafir (ظافر) – Victorious, successful
400. Samir (سمير) – Companion in evening talk

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Sahaba & Islamic Historical Names (401–500)

401. Abu Bakr (أبو بكر) – First Caliph, closest companion of Prophet ﷺ
402. Umar (عمر) – Second Caliph, long-lived, flourishing
403. Uthman (عثمان) – Third Caliph, modest, generous
404. Ali (علي) – Fourth Caliph, exalted, noble
405. Talha (طلحة) – Companion of Prophet ﷺ, name of a tree in Paradise
406. Zubair (الزبير) – Strong, courageous companion
407. Saad (سعد) – Happiness, prosperity, companion of Prophet ﷺ
408. Abdur Rahman (عبد الرحمن) – Servant of the Most Merciful
409. Muawiyah (معاوية) – Companion, early Caliph
410. Khalid (خالد) – Eternal, immortal; Khalid ibn al-Walid, “Sword of Allah”
411. Bilal (بلال) – First muezzin of Islam, water, freshness
412. Salman (سلمان) – Pure, safe; Salman al-Farisi, wise companion
413. Ammar (عمّار) – Builder, long-lived; Ammar ibn Yasir, companion
414. Yasir (ياسر) – Wealthy, companion of Prophet ﷺ
415. Hudhayfah (حذيفة) – Companion, keeper of secrets
416. Anas (أنس) – Affection, love; Anas ibn Malik, servant of Prophet ﷺ
417. Abbas (عباس) – Lion, stern; uncle of Prophet ﷺ
418. Hamza (حمزة) – Lion, steadfast; uncle of Prophet ﷺ
419. Ja’far (جعفر) – Stream; Ja’far al-Tayyar, cousin of Prophet ﷺ
420. Hasan (حسن) – Handsome, good; grandson of Prophet ﷺ
421. Husayn (حسين) – Small, handsome; grandson of Prophet ﷺ
422. Zayd (زيد) – Growth, abundance; adopted son of Prophet ﷺ
423. Usayd (أسيد) – Little lion; companion of Prophet ﷺ
424. Ubayy (أُبيّ) – High, exalted; Ubayy ibn Ka’b, master of Qur’an recitation
425. Suhaib (صهيب) – Red-haired companion
426. Miqdad (المقداد) – Strong, one who judges; Miqdad ibn al-Aswad
427. Abu Ubaidah (أبو عبيدة) – Trusted companion, commander in Islam
428. Thabit (ثابت) – Steadfast, firm; Thabit ibn Qays
429. Hanzala (حنظلة) – Companion, martyr at Uhud
430. Sa’id (سعيد) – Happy, fortunate; Sa’id ibn Zayd
431. Khabbab (خبّاب) – Companion, patient under persecution
432. Masruq (مسروق) – Companion, follower of Sahaba
433. Utbah (عتبة) – Companion of Prophet ﷺ
434. Walid (وليد) – Newborn; Al-Walid ibn al-Mughirah
435. Sahl (سهل) – Easy, simple; companion of Prophet ﷺ
436. Rabi’ (ربيع) – Springtime; Rabi’ ibn Ka’b al-Aslami
437. Amr (عمرو) – Long-lived; Amr ibn al-As
438. Muadh (معاذ) – Protected, safe; Muadh ibn Jabal, scholar companion
439. Barra (براء) – Innocent, pious; Al-Bara ibn Malik
440. Talib (طالب) – Seeker, student; relative of Prophet ﷺ
441. Harith (حارث) – Cultivator; common among companions
442. Aws (أوس) – Gift, name of a tribe in Madinah
443. Abu Talib (أبو طالب) – Uncle of Prophet ﷺ, protector
444. Safwan (صفوان) – Rock, pure-hearted; companion Safwan ibn Umayyah
445. Mughira (مغيرة) – Intelligent, strategic companion
446. Suhayl (سهيل) – Star, companion Suhayl ibn Amr
447. Nu’man (نعمان) – Bliss, blood of a rose; Nu’man ibn Bashir
448. Sa’d (سعد) – Prosperity, blessed; Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqas, warrior companion
449. Uways (أويس) – Little wolf; Uways al-Qarani, famous Tabi’i
450. Shurahbil (شرحبيل) – Brave companion, general in Islamic armies
451. Habib (حبيب) – Beloved; Habib ibn Zayd, companion
452. Tamim (تميم) – Strong, complete; Tamim al-Dari
453. Iyas (إياس) – Consolation, gift; Iyas ibn Mu’awiyah
454. Hisham (هشام) – Generous, noble; Hisham ibn Hakim
455. Hakim (حكيم) – Wise, judicious; Hakim ibn Hizam
456. Sa’ib (صائب) – Correct, companion of Prophet ﷺ
457. Abu Hurairah (أبو هريرة) – Father of kittens; famous Hadith narrator
458. Muttalib (المطلب) – Seeker; relative of Prophet ﷺ
459. Shaiban (شيبان) – Companion, name of an Arab tribe
460. Hilal (هلال) – Crescent moon; Hilal ibn Umayyah
461. Amir (أمير) – Commander, leader; Amir ibn al-Jarrah
462. Ayyash (عياش) – Companion, protector
463. Abu Musa (أبو موسى) – Companion, governor of Basra
464. Nu’aym (نعيم) – Comfort, ease; Nu’aym ibn Mas’ud
465. Hudhaifah (حذيفة) – Trusted companion, keeper of secrets
466. Jubayr (جبير) – Counsellor, companion Jubayr ibn Mut’im
467. Ibn Abbas (ابن عباس) – Cousin of Prophet ﷺ, great scholar
468. Ibn Umar (ابن عمر) – Son of Umar (RA), great companion
469. Ibn Mas’ud (ابن مسعود) – Early reciter of Qur’an, close companion
470. Ibn Zubair (ابن الزبير) – Son of Zubair (RA), early Muslim
471. Khabbab (خبّاب) – Patient companion under torture
472. Ammar ibn Yasir (عمّار بن ياسر) – Loyal companion, martyr
473. Yazid (يزيد) – To increase; some companions bore this name
474. Sufyan (سفيان) – Companion Sufyan ibn Uyaynah, later scholar
475. Ikrimah (عكرمة) – Companion, freed slave of Ibn Abbas
476. Mus’ab (مصعب) – Strong, steadfast; Mus’ab ibn Umair, brave companion
477. Thalhah (طلحة) – Name of a tree; Talha ibn Ubaydullah, noble companion
478. Awsama (أوسامة) – Lion; Usama ibn Zayd, beloved of Prophet ﷺ
479. Sa’d ibn Mu’adh (سعد بن معاذ) – Chief of Ansar, noble leader
480. Sa’d ibn Ubadah (سعد بن عبادة) – Generous leader of Ansar
481. Nu’aim (نعيم) – Comfort; Nu’aim ibn Hammad, early Hadith scholar
482. Rafi’ (رافع) – Exalted, uplifting; companion Rafi’ ibn Khadij
483. Jareer (جرير) – Noble; Jareer ibn Abdullah al-Bajali
484. Hassaan (حسان) – Handsome; Hassaan ibn Thabit, poet of Prophet ﷺ
485. Ka’b (كعب) – Noble; Ka’b ibn Malik, famous companion poet
486. Labid (لبيد) – Companion poet, Labid ibn Rabi’ah
487. Nafi’ (نافع) – Beneficial; Nafi’, freed slave of Ibn Umar
488. Qays (قيس) – Firm, steadfast; Qays ibn Sa’d, generous companion
489. Mujahid (مجاهد) – Striver, fighter; Mujahid ibn Jabr, student of Ibn Abbas
490. Tabit (تابت) – Firm, companion of Prophet ﷺ
491. Alaa (علاء) – Excellence, nobility; Alaa ibn Hadhrami
492. Iyas ibn Salamah (إياس بن سلمة) – Companion, known for bravery
493. Sahl ibn Hunaif (سهل بن حنيف) – Early companion, warrior
494. Ubaydah (عبيدة) – Little servant; Ubaydah ibn al-Harith, martyr
495. Marwan (مروان) – Strong stone; Marwan ibn Hakam, early ruler
496. Aban (أبان) – Name of companion Aban ibn Affan
497. Hakam (حكم) – Wise, ruler; Hakam ibn Hizam, companion
498. Khunais (خنيس) – Early companion, Khunais ibn Hudhafah
499. Asim (عاصم) – Protector; Asim ibn Thabit, warrior companion
500. Zuhair (زهير) – Bright, shining; Zuhair ibn Qays, noble companion

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Importance of Good Names in Islam

In Islam, choosing a good name for a child is more than just a cultural practice—it is a spiritual and moral responsibility. A name is not merely a label; it carries meaning, identity, and a reflection of one’s character. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ emphasized the importance of giving children meaningful names, as they can influence a person’s personality and how they are perceived by others.

1. Names Reflect Identity and Faith

A good Islamic name often reflects devotion to Allah, the Prophets, or righteous qualities. Names like Abdullah (Servant of Allah), Muhammad (Praiseworthy), or Ameen (Trustworthy) connect the child to the values and teachings of Islam. Choosing a meaningful name is a way for parents to instill Islamic identity from birth.

2. Names Influence Character and Behavior

In Islam, it is believed that names can impact a person’s character and behavior. A positive, noble name reminds a person to act in accordance with its meaning. For instance:

• A child named Karim (Generous) may feel inspired to show generosity.
• A child named Salman (Safe, Protected) may develop a sense of responsibility toward others.

3. Following the Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ

The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ advised Muslims to choose good and meaningful names. He encouraged names like:

• Abdullah (Servant of Allah)
• Abdur Rahman (Servant of the Most Merciful)
• Muhammad (Praiseworthy)

Additionally, the Prophet ﷺ changed names with bad or negative meanings to ones with positive significance, highlighting the spiritual importance of names.

4. Avoiding Negative Names

Islam warns against names with harmful or inappropriate meanings, as they may lead to negative connotations or influence behavior. Names associated with sin, evil, or ridicule should be avoided. For example, names meaning “evil,” “curse,” or “mockery” are discouraged.

5. Names as a Prayer

Giving a child a good name is also seen as a form of silent prayer for their future. A name can invoke blessings and guide the child toward good character. Choosing names like Ameen (Trustworthy), Mustafa (Chosen), or Ihsan (Excellence) can serve as a constant reminder of faith and virtue.

6. Cultural and Social Significance

In addition to spiritual importance, a good Islamic name helps the child integrate into the Muslim community and maintain a connection to heritage and faith. It also ensures that the name carries respect and dignity in social interactions.

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Conclusion

This list of 500 unique & modern Muslim boy names offers parents a beautiful variety of choices for 2025. Whether you want a short name, Quranic name, or a rare Arabic name, you’ll find it here with meaning and origin.

A name is the first gift you give your child – make it meaningful, blessed, and timeless.