Best Islamic Girl Names: Meanings and Their Significance in Islam

Choosing the Perfect Islamic Name for Girls

The birth of a child is a moment of pure joy and connection for families and loved ones. It’s a time filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. One of the most exciting tasks during this time is choosing a name that reflects your faith, values, and hopes for your child’s future. In Islam, choosing a meaningful name is an important tradition. A good name carries spiritual significance, as it is believed that a child’s name can influence their character and destiny. Muslim girl names are often inspired by the Quran, the wives and daughters of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), and the Sahabiyat (female companions)—women who played important roles in Islamic history.

If you want to learn about the names and characters of the wives of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), click on the link to read more about the Ummahatul Momineen: The Wives of Prophet Muhammad (SAW): Ummahatul Momineen.

Whether you’re looking for a name that reflects strength, grace, or spirituality, you’ll find plenty of inspiration in this list of beautiful Islamic girl names. Let’s explore some of the most beautiful girl’s names, along with their meanings and historical significance!

You can also find beautiful Islamic girl names and their meanings by clicking the link: Beautiful Islamic Boy Names: Choose a Blessed Name for Your Baby.

Hazrat AbudDarda (RA) Narrated that:

The Prophet (SAW) said: On the Day of Resurrection you will be called by your names and by your father’s names, so give yourselves good names. (Sunan Abi Dawud 4948)

List of Islamic Girl Names

Here’s a list of beautiful Islamic girl names along with their meanings:

1. Aaliyah – Exalted, Noble, and Elevated.
2. Aaminah – Trustworthy and Faithful; (Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) Mother’s name).
3. Aisha – Alive, and Living; (The name of Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) beloved wife).
4. Alia – Noble, High, and Exalted.
5. Aiman – Righteous, Blessed, and Lucky.
6. Ameena – Trustworthy, Faithful, and Honest.
7. Amirah – Princess, and Leader.
8. Amrah – A learned woman in early Islamic history.
9. Anaya – Caring, Protection, or Care from Allah (SWT).
10. Areeba – Wise, Intelligent.
11. Amani – Wishes, Aspirations, or Desires.
12. Asiya – One who tends to the Weak and Heals them; (The wife of Pharaoh who protected Prophet Musa (AS)).
13. Asma – Prestige, Exalted, or High Status.
14. Ayat – Sign of Allah (SWT), the Verse from the Quran.
15. Aziza – Mighty, Respected, and Beloved.
16. Azza – A Sahabiyah known for her strong character.
17. Barakah – Blessing (A beloved servant of the Prophet’s (SAW) household).
18. Basma – Smile.
19. Batool – Virgin, Pure; (Often associated with the title of Hazrat Maryam (AS)).
20. Bayan – Eloquence, Clarity.
21. Bina – Understanding, Insight.
22. Bushra – Good news, Glad tidings.
23. Durrah – A prominent female companion; means ‘Pearl.’
24. Duaa – Prayer, Supplication.
25. Deena – Faith, Religion.
26. Elham – Inspiration, Intuition.
27. Eimaan – Faith, Belief.
28. Eshal – The name of a flower in Heaven.
29. Eliza – Unique, Precious.
30. Fariha – Joyful, Cheerful, and Happy.
31. Fatima – Captivating, one who Weans. (The name of the Prophet’s (PBUH) daughter).
32. Fatimah al-Zahra – Means ‘The Shining One.
33. Fizza – Maid of Fatimah (RA); means ‘Silver.’
34. Farah – Joy, Happiness.
35. Fayruz – Precious Stone, Turquoise.
36. Halima – Gentle or Mild; (The name of Prophet’s (PBUH) foster mother).
37. Hamidah – Praiseworthy (A woman who praised Allah (SWT) greatly).
38. Hamnah – One who is full of Tranquility and Calmness; (The name of the sister-in-law of the Prophet (PBUH); a prominent female companion).
39. Hind – Gentle, Mimid; (The name Hazrat Mu’awiyah’s (RA) mother and wife of Abu Sufyan; a name of historical significance).
40. Hiba – Gift from Allah (SWT).
41. Hala – The aura of light around the moon.
42. Hajira – Joy, Love, Beauty, Intelligent; (The name of Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) wife).
43. Hana – Bliss, Happiness, or Flower.
44. Haniya – HappyHareem – Respectable
45. Imaan – Belief, Faith
46. Iqra – To Recite, To Read
47. Inaya – Help, Care, Protection
48. Inayah – Solitude, Poncern
49. Isha – Life
50. Jameela – Beautiful, Graceful.
51. Jannah – Paradise, Garden.
52. Jalila – Magnificent
53. Jannat – Garden of Paradise.
54. Javeria – Happiness Spreader.
55. Jihan – World, Universe.
56. Kaif – State of Joy, and Pleasure.
57. Karima – Generous, Noble.
58. Kinza – Treasure
59. Kiran – A Beam of light; A Ray of Light
60. Khadija – Early baby, Trustworthy, Respected; (The name of the Prophet’s (PBUH) first wife).
61. Khansa – Good-natured woman.
62. Kousar – River in Paradise.
63. Kiran – Ray of Light.
64. Laila – Night, Dark Beauty.
65. Laiba – Angel in Heaven
66. Leena – Soft, Tender.
67. Lubna – Elegant, A Type of Tree.
68. Maira – Virtuous or Righteous; (the mother of Prophet Isa (AS)).
69. Mahnoor – Moonlight.
70. Malak – Angel
71. Malika – Queen, Sovereign.
72. Mehwish – Moon, Beautiful
73. Madiha – Worthy of Praise
74. Marwa – A Mountain in Makkah; Soft and Tender.
75. Maysa – Walking with Pride and Grace.
76. Meher – Kindness, Benevolence.
77. Mahreen – Bright as the Sun
78. Mussarat – Happiness.
79. Nimra – Soft, Gentle.
80. Nadia – Caller, Announcer.
81. Nada – Generosity, Dew.
82. Nasreen – White Rose.
83. Naima – Tranquil, Peaceful.
84. Nawal – Gift, Blessing.
85. Nida – Voice
86. Nimra – Soft, Gentle; Pure
87. Nusaybah – Appropriate, Fitting, Proper, and Noble; (A brave Sahabiyah who defended the Prophet (PBUH) in battle).
88. Noor – Light, Radiance.
89. Noreen – Bright Light.
90. Olaya – High Rank, Elevated Status.
91. Omaira – Star in the Sky.
92. Omnia – Desire, Aspiration.
93. Qamar – Moon.
94. Qaylah – One who speaks; (A notable companion who pledged allegiance to the Prophet (PBUH)).
95. Qistina – Fair, Balanced.
96. Rabia – Spring, Garden.
97. Rahma – Mercy, Compassion.
98. Rania – Gaze, Looking at.
99. Ramlah – Also known as Umm Habibah; means White Antelope.
100. Reem – Gazelle, White Antelope.
101. Rayhana – Sweet-smelling Flower, Fragrance of Heaven.
102. Rufaidah – Little Helper, Little Supporter; (The first nurse in Islam; who provided medical care in battles).
103. Rida – Sheet.
104. Ruwayda – Very Gentle, Forbearing, and Unhurrying; (A gentle Sahabiyah).
105. Ruqayyah – Gentle, Kind, Ascending; (The name of one of Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) daughters).
106. Safiyyah – Pure or Chosen; (Name of Prophet’s (PBUH) wife).
107. Salma – Peace; ( The name of Hazrat Anas ibn Malik’s (RA) Mother).
108. Salwa – Solace or Consolation.
109. Sabrina – A woman of patience and perseverance; means Patient.
110. Shafia – Cure, Healing.
111. Sadaf – Seashell
112. Saima – Fasting
113. Shazia – Rare, Unusual.
114. Samaa – Sky
115. Sabah – Morning
116. Sakina – Tranquility
117. Shakira – Grateful
118. Shafia – Cure, Healing
119. Shamaila – Beautiful Face
120. Sidra – Heavenly Tree
121. Shifa – Healing
122. Sumaiya – High Status; (The name of the first martyr in Islam).
123. Sundus – Fine Silk, Heavenly Garment.
124. Siddiqah – Truthful; (A title given to pious women).
125. Suhayla – Smooth, Soft, Fluent, or Flowing; (An early convert and a supporter of the Prophet (PBUH)).
126. Sumaira – Princess, Successful, Brownish in Complexion.
127. Tahira – Pure, Chaste.
128. Taybah – Good, Pure; (one of the names of Madinah).
129. Tuba – Blessedness, a Tree in Paradise.
130. Umm Ayman – Mother of the Blessed; (A caretaker of the Prophet (PBUH) since childhood).
131. Umm Farwah – Crown, Wealth; (A pious and knowledgeable woman in early Islamic history).
132. Umm Habibah – Friend; (Wife of the Prophet (PBUH) and daughter of Abu Sufyan).
133. Umm Kulthum – One with a chubby face; (The name of one of the Prophet’s (PBUH) daughters.
134. Umm Ruman – The wife of Abu Bakr and mother of Aisha (RA).
135. Umm Salama – A wise and influential wife of the Prophet (PBUH).
136. Umm Hani – Carefree and Happy; (The Prophet’s (SAW) cousin and sister of Ali.
137. Wafa – Loyalty, Faithfulness.
138. Warda – Rose.
139. Widad – Love, Friendship.
140. Yasmin – Jasmine Flower.
141. Yumna – Blessed, Successful.
142. Yaseera – Easy-Going, Gentle.
143. Zain – Grace, Elegance.
144. Zainab – Fragrant flower; (The name of the Prophet’s (SAW) daughter (PBUH).
145. Zahra – Flower, Blossom.
146. Zahira – Luminous, Shining.
147. Zarmina – Beautiful, Precious.
148. Zuleikha – Brilliant, Lovely.
149. Zoya – Alive, Loving, and Caring.
150. Zunairah – Belt, Strap (An early convert who was persecuted for accepting Islam).

These beautiful Islamic girl names are more than just words—they carry deep meanings and reflect the rich values of Islamic culture. Whether you’re expecting a baby or simply exploring meaningful names, this list offers inspiration rooted in faith and tradition. Choose a name that resonates with your beliefs and gives your little one a meaningful start in life.

Last Updated on January 11, 2025 by Jamshed Anwer