Urdu & Islamic Baby Name Meanings
Search hundreds of Urdu and Islamic baby names with meanings, gender, and origin. Free to use, no signup required for occasional use.
60 names shown (top 60 — refine your search for more)
The praised one
Most praiseworthy
Exalted, noble
Handsome, good
Good, handsome (diminutive)
Long-lived, flourishing
Baby bustard (companion's name)
Moisture, water
One with a rank
Beauty, grace
Beauty, grace
Decisive, judge
Lion, strong
Father of nations
God will hear
God increases
One who follows
Drawn out of water
One who studies diligently
A type of tree in Paradise
Baby bustard
Little life, intelligent
Lynx, panther
Happy, joyful
One who discovers, revealer
Successful, fortunate
Dignity, honor
Vast, spacious
Safe, secure
Ruler, authority
Prince, son of a king
Witness, martyr
Rightly guided
A gate of Paradise
Sweet basil, fragrant plant
Satisfaction, contentment (also a Paradise gatekeeper)
Wisdom, knowledge
God is my judge
Friendly, sociable
More merciful
Lion
Lion
Gift of God, God's grace
Just, fair
The sun
Prince, commander
Small wolf (companion's name)
Most shining, brightest
One who expands (attribute of God)
Proof, evidence
God is my judge
Kindness, excellence
Faith, belief
Elevated, exalted
Heart
Servant (of God)
Lion
Praiseworthy
Exalted, high
One who gathers
Meanings are compiled from commonly referenced Urdu and Islamic naming sources. Dataset is being expanded over time.
What is the Urdu Baby Name Meaning Finder?
The Urdu Baby Name Meaning Finder is a searchable database of popular Urdu and Islamic baby names, along with their meanings, gender, and linguistic origin. Choosing a meaningful name is an important tradition for Muslim and Urdu-speaking families, and many parents want a name that carries a positive, spiritually significant, or historically rooted meaning rather than simply picking a popular-sounding name. This tool includes a growing local dataset of names — starting with several hundred common Urdu, Arabic, and Persian-origin names used across Pakistan — each tagged with its meaning, whether it's typically used for boys or girls, and its language of origin where known. Instead of flipping through printed baby name books or scattered websites, parents and expecting families can search and filter this dataset instantly by typing a name, browsing by gender, or looking up names by meaning keyword (such as searching 'light' or 'brave' to find matching names). The dataset is designed to be expanded over time with more names and richer detail.
How to use it
Type a name into the search box to instantly filter the list, or use the gender filter to browse only boy names, only girl names, or unisex names. You can also search by a meaning keyword — for example, typing 'strength' or 'blessed' will surface names whose meanings contain that word — which is helpful when you know the quality you want a name to represent but not a specific name yet. Each result in the list shows the name, its meaning, gender, and origin (Arabic, Persian, Urdu, or other). Scroll through the filtered results to compare options, and note down any favourites since the tool doesn't currently save a shortlist between visits. If a name you're looking for isn't in the list yet, the dataset is being expanded over time to include more names.
Frequently asked questions
How many names are currently in the database?
The tool currently includes several hundred common Urdu and Islamic names for boys and girls, with the dataset planned to expand over time.
Can I search by meaning instead of by name?
Yes, type a meaning keyword like 'light', 'noble', or 'brave' into the search box and the tool will show names whose meanings match.
Are these names verified for correct Islamic meaning and spelling?
Meanings are compiled from commonly referenced Urdu and Islamic naming sources. For religious or cultural significance in specific contexts, we recommend double-checking with a knowledgeable family member or scholar.
Does this tool save my favourite names?
Not currently — the search is session-based. We recommend noting down or copying any shortlisted names you like.