Muslim Girl Names
Muslim girl names are some of the most beautiful in the world, often meaning light (Nour), paradise (Jannah), mercy (Rahma) or guidance (Huda). Many honor the remarkable women of Islamic history, like Maryam, Khadija and Fatima, while others are Quranic words or simply lovely Arabic, Turkish, Persian and Urdu names. Here are 100+ of them with meanings and pronunciation tips, grouped so you can browse by source and style rather than scrolling one long list.
Looking for your son’s name too? See our Muslim boy names. For more choices, browse Arabic girl names or the full Muslim names collection.
Popular Muslim girl names
Timeless and trending at once, these names are loved in Muslim families on every continent.
| Name | Meaning | Origin |
|---|---|---|
| Maryam | Mary; possibly “beloved” | Arabic from Hebrew |
| Fatima | One who abstains | Arabic |
| Aisha | Alive, living | Arabic |
| Zainab | Fragrant flower (commonly given) | Arabic |
| Layla | Night | Arabic |
| Amina | Trustworthy, faithful | Arabic |
| Hana | Happiness, bliss | Arabic |
| Nour | Light | Arabic |
| Inaya | Care, concern | Arabic |
| Aaliyah | Exalted, sublime | Arabic |
| Zahra | Radiant, blossoming | Arabic |
| Amira | Princess | Arabic |
| Yasmin | Jasmine flower | Persian via Arabic |
| Sara | Princess | Arabic from Hebrew |
| Khadija | Early-born child | Arabic |
| Hafsa | Young lioness | Arabic |
| Safiya | Pure, sincere | Arabic |
| Salma | Safe, peaceful | Arabic |
| Malak | Angel | Arabic |
| Zara | Radiant; princess | Arabic/Hebrew |
Muslim girl names from the Quran
These names are Quranic words or come from Quranic stories, which gives them a special place in many families. See our Muslim names overview for the prophets and companions.
| Name | Meaning | Quranic link |
|---|---|---|
| Jannah | Garden, Paradise | Mentioned throughout the Quran |
| Kawthar | Abundance | Surah al-Kawthar (108) |
| Tasnim | A spring in Paradise | Quran 83:27 |
| Salsabil | A spring in Paradise | Quran 76:18 |
| Huda | Guidance | Quran 2:2 |
| Iman | Faith | Frequent Quranic word |
| Rahma | Mercy | Frequent Quranic word |
| Sidra | Lote tree | Sidrat al-Muntaha, Quran 53:14 |
| Marwa | Flint stone; hill near the Kaaba | Quran 2:158 |
| Safa | Purity; hill near the Kaaba | Quran 2:158 |
| Hajar | Mother of Ismail | Honored in the Hajj rites |
| Rayhana | Sweet basil | Quran 55:12 |
| Firdaus | Highest garden of Paradise | Quran 18:107 |
| Bushra | Good news | Quran 2:97 |
| Shifa | Healing | Quran 17:82 |
| Taqwa | God-consciousness, piety | Frequent Quranic word |
Names of great women in Islamic history
Choose a name that carries a story of faith, learning or courage.
| Name | Meaning | Namesake |
|---|---|---|
| Ruqayyah | Rising, gentle | Daughter of the Prophet |
| Sumayya | Lofty | First martyr of Islam |
| Asiya | Healer, one who tends the weak | Wife of Pharaoh, Quran 66:11 |
| Halima | Gentle, patient | Wet nurse of the Prophet |
| Nusaybah | Noble lineage | Defender at the Battle of Uhud |
| Rabia | Spring | Rabia al-Adawiyya, Sufi saint |
| Sawda | Dark-eyed, dignified | Wife of the Prophet |
| Maymuna | Blessed, fortunate | Wife of the Prophet |
| Juwayriya | Young damsel | Wife of the Prophet |
| Asma | Lofty, eminent | Asma bint Abi Bakr |
| Umm Salama | Mother of Salama (peace) | Wife of the Prophet, noted scholar |
| Shaima | Having beauty marks | Foster sister of the Prophet |
Arabic girl names with beautiful meanings
Soft sounds and graceful meanings make these names favorites for Muslim daughters.
| Name | Meaning | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Alya | Heaven, loftiness | AL-ya |
| Anisa | Friendly companion | a-NEE-sa |
| Dalia | Grapevine; dahlia | DAA-lee-a |
| Farah | Joy | FA-rah |
| Habiba | Beloved | ha-BEE-ba |
| Hiba | Gift | HI-ba |
| Jamila | Beautiful | ja-MEE-la |
| Lina | Tender; palm tree | LEE-na |
| Lubna | Storax tree | LUB-na |
| Nadia | Tender, delicate; caller | NAA-dee-a |
| Najwa | Confidential talk | NAJ-wa |
| Qamar | Moon | QA-mar |
| Rania | Gazing, queenly | RAA-nee-a |
| Sana | Brilliance, radiance | sa-NAA |
| Thurayya | Pleiades, the star cluster | thu-RAY-ya |
| Wafa | Loyalty | wa-FAA |
| Yara | Small butterfly (popular reading) | YAA-ra |
| Yusra | Ease, prosperity | YUS-ra |
| Dua | Prayer, supplication | du-AA |
| Hidaya | Guidance | hi-DAA-ya |
| Nabila | Noble | na-BEE-la |
| Samira | Evening companion | sa-MEE-ra |
Nature, sky and virtue names for Muslim girls
Arabic poetry is full of gazelles, stars and dawn light, and these names bring that imagery home. Pair them with our names that mean star for more ideas.
| Name | Meaning | Style |
|---|---|---|
| Warda | Rose | Soft, floral |
| Nahla | A drink of water | Gentle, rare |
| Shams | Sun (Surah ash-Shams) | Bold, short |
| Najma | Star | Classic |
| Sahar | Dawn, early morning | Poetic |
| Duha | Forenoon light (Surah ad-Duha) | Quranic, bright |
| Reem | White gazelle | Short, elegant |
| Maha | Oryx; beautiful eyes | Classic Gulf favorite |
| Ghazala | Gazelle | Lyrical |
| Badriya | Like the full moon | Traditional |
| Aya | Sign, verse of the Quran | Short, modern |
| Amal | Hope | Warm |
| Basma | Smile | Cheerful |
| Ilham | Inspiration | Creative |
| Nawal | Gift, bounty | Graceful |
| Muna | Wishes, desires | Simple |
Muslim girl names from around the world
From Istanbul to Karachi to Kuala Lumpur, Muslim families add their own languages to the mix. More in our Turkish girl names and Persian girl names.
| Name | Meaning | Region |
|---|---|---|
| Elif | First letter of the alphabet (alif); slender | Turkey |
| Zeynep | Turkish form of Zaynab | Turkey |
| Ayşe | Turkish form of Aisha | Turkey |
| Esra | Night journey (Isra) | Turkey |
| Hatice | Turkish form of Khadija | Turkey |
| Mahnoor | Light of the moon | Pakistan, India |
| Ayesha | Urdu spelling of Aisha | South Asia |
| Anaya | Care (variant of Inaya) | South Asia |
| Parisa | Like a fairy | Iran |
| Nargis | Narcissus flower | Iran, South Asia |
| Roya | Dream, vision | Iran |
| Nurul | Light of… | Malaysia, Indonesia |
| Aminata | West African form of Amina | West Africa |
| Mariam | Common spelling of Maryam | Global |
| Zahida | Devout, ascetic | South Asia |
| Sakina | Tranquility (sakinah) | Global |
How to pick a meaningful Muslim girl name
- Start with meaning: a name like Iman (faith) or Sakina (tranquility) is a daily reminder of a value you hope she carries.
- Consider names of honored women, whose stories you can share with your daughter as she grows.
- Test the pronunciation in your community. Names with Arabic sounds like the “q” in Qamar or the “h” in Hiba can be simplified in English.
- Theme ideas help: explore names that mean light or names that mean heaven for more cross-cultural picks.
- Check initials and nicknames with your family name so the full name flows well.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most popular Muslim girl name?
Maryam, Fatima, Aisha and Nour are among the most popular Muslim girl names worldwide, with Layla, Inaya and Hana rising quickly in the West.
What is a beautiful Islamic name for a girl?
Jannah (paradise), Nour (light), Rayhana (sweet basil), Sidra (lote tree) and Thurayya (the Pleiades) are especially loved for their meanings.
Is Layla an Islamic name?
Layla is an Arabic name meaning “night.” It is not from the Quran, but it has a good meaning and is widely used by Muslim families.
What are unique Quranic names for girls?
Salsabil, Tasnim and Kawthar, all names connected with Paradise, are less common but come directly from the Quran.
What does Inaya mean?
Inaya (also Inayah) is Arabic for “care” or “concern,” often understood as God’s care and protection.