• Islamic Babies Names, Baby Names
• By: M.Yaseen

Choosing a name for your baby boy is a significant decision in Muslim culture. It not only reflects the identity of the child but also carries profound meanings and connections to Islamic history. Sahabi names, derived from the esteemed companions of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), hold a special place in Muslim tradition. In this list, we present 64 unique Sahabi names for Muslim baby boys, each accompanied by a detailed meaning.

Nu’man (نعمان):

Pre-Islamic meaning: Blood, Red

Islamic meaning: Bliss, Grace (more common)

Signifies: Wisdom and good judgment

Malik (مالك):

Meaning: King, Ruler

Signifies: Leadership, Justice

Muawiyah (معاوية):

Meaning: One who gives protection

Signifies: Security, Support

Sa`id (سعيد):

Meaning: Happy, Blessed

Signifies: Happiness, Blessings from Allah

Bilal bin Rabah (بلال بن رباح):

Meaning: (already mentioned)

Signifies: Devotion, Service to Islam

Zayd bin Harithah (زيد بن حارثة):

Meaning: (already mentioned)

Signifies: Love, Acceptance, Family

Wahb bin Abdullah (وحب بن عبد الله):

Meaning: (already mentioned)

Signifies: Bravery, Selflessness

Abdullah (عبدالله):

Meaning: Servant of Allah

Signifies: Devotion to God

Talhah (طلحة):

Meaning: Rain, Dew

Signifies: Blessings, Prosperity

Aqil (عقيل):

Meaning: Intelligent, Wise

Signifies: Sharp Intellect, Good Judgment

Ayyub (أيوب):

Meaning: Prophet Job (peace be upon him)

Signifies: Patience, Resilience

Bara (براء):

Meaning: Innocence, Acquittal

Signifies: Freedom from Blame

Bashir (بشير):

Meaning: Bringer of good news

Signifies: Positivity, Optimism

Suhaib (صيب):

Meaning: Downpour, Heavy Rain

Signifies: Bringing Life and Blessings

Harith (حارث):

Meaning: Cultivator, Tiller

Signifies: Nurturing, Helping Others Grow

Idris (إدريس):

Meaning: Prophet Idris (peace be upon him)

Signifies: Knowledge, Prophecy

Ishaq (إسحاق):

Meaning: Prophet Isaac (peace be upon him)

Signifies: Sacrifice, Devotion

Ilyas (إلياس):

Meaning: Prophet Elijah (peace be upon him)

Signifies: Courage, Advocacy for Truth

Ja’far (جعفر):

Meaning: Stream, River

Signifies: Bringing Life and Abundance

Khalid (خالد):

Meaning: Eternal, Immortal

Signifies: Strength, Perseverance

Musa (موسى):

Meaning: Prophet Moses (peace be upon him)

Signifies: Leadership, Determination, Receiving Divine Revelation

Ibrahim (إبراهيم):

Meaning: Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him)

Signifies: Unwavering Faith, Obedience to Allah

Isa (عيسى):

Meaning: Prophet Jesus (peace be upon him)

Signifies: Righteousness, Compassion

Buraidah (بريدة):

Meaning: Diminutive of Bard (cool)

Signifies: Calmness, Collectedness

Dawud (داود):

Meaning: Prophet David (peace be upon him)

Signifies: Justice, Wisdom

Ubaydah (عبيدة):

Meaning: Worshipper (female), can be used for boys figuratively

Signifies: Unwavering Devotion, Faith

Ubaydullah (عبدالله):

Meaning: Servant of Allah (variation of Abdullah)

Signifies: Devotion to God, combined with a warrior spirit

Hussein (حسين):

Meaning: Grandson of Prophet Muhammad

Signifies: Islamic History, Love for the Prophet’s Family

Hassan (حسن):

Meaning: Handsome, Good

Signifies: Physical Beauty, Inner Goodness

Salman (سلمان):

Meaning: One who is safe and secure

Signifies: Providing a Sense of Security and Stability

Omar (عمر):

Meaning: Prosperous, Populous (Second Caliph)

Signifies: Leadership, Wisdom, Growth

Othman (عثمان):

Meaning: Strong, Sturdy (Third Caliph)

Signifies: Strength, Resilience, Justice

Ali (علي):

Meaning: Exalted, High

Signifies: Nobility, Strength, Knowledge (Fourth Caliph and cousin of Prophet Muhammad)

Farid (فريد):

Meaning: Unique, One of a Kind

Signifies: Individuality, Specialness

Karim (كريم):

Meaning: Generous, Noble

Signifies: Kindness, Open-handedness

Layla (ليلى):

Meaning: Night

Signifies: Mystery, Beauty (associated with poems about love and longing)

Layth (ليث):

Meaning: Lion

Signifies: Bravery, Strength, Majesty

Mahmoud (محمود):

Meaning: Praiseworthy

Signifies: Deserving of Admiration, Respected

Muhammad (محمد):

Meaning: Praised

Signifies: Highly Regarded, Prophet of Islam

Najib (نجيب):

Meaning: Noble, Highborn

Signifies: Aristocracy, Refinement

Nour (نور):

Meaning: Light

Signifies: Enlightenment, Guidance, Positivity

Omar (عمر):

(Meaning and significance already mentioned)

Rashid (رشيد):

Meaning: Rightly Guided, Wise

Signifies: Good Judgment, Uprightness

Rania (رانية):

Meaning: A woman who looks after herself

Signifies: Independence, Self-reliance

Sami (سامي):

Meaning: Exalted, High

Signifies: Nobility, Lofty Ideals

Sara (سارة):

Meaning: Princess

Signifies: Nobility, Grace

Sulaiman (سليمان):

Meaning: Prophet Solomon (peace be upon him)

Signifies: Wisdom, Justice, Prosperity

Abu Bakr (أبو بكر):

Meaning – “Father of Bakr” (his daughter’s name).

Significance – First Caliph of Islam, close companion and friend of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Umar ibn Al-Khattab (عمر بن الخطاب):

Meaning – “Umar, son of Al-Khattab.”

Significance – Second Caliph of Islam, known for his strong leadership and justice.

Uthman ibn Affan (عثمان بن عفان):

Meaning – “Uthman, son of Affan.”

Significance – Third Caliph of Islam, known for his piety and role in compiling the Quran.

Ali ibn Abi Talib (علي بن أبي طالب):

Meaning – “Ali, son of Abu Talib.”

Significance – Fourth Caliph of Islam, cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).

Talhah ibn Ubaydillah (طلحة بن عبيد الله):

Meaning – “Talhah, son of Ubaydillah.”

Significance – Early convert to Islam, known for his generosity and bravery.

Az-Zubair ibn Al-Awwam (الزبير بن العوام):

Meaning – “Az-Zubair, son of Al-Awwam.”

Significance – One of the “Ten Promised Paradise” by Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), known for his courage and piety.

Abu Dharr al-Ghifari (أبو ذر الغفاري):

Meaning – “Father of Dharr, the Ghifari (tribe).”

Significance – Early convert, known for his devotion to Islam and advocacy for the poor.

Bilal ibn Rabah (بلال بن رباح):

Meaning – “Bilal, son of Rabah.”

Significance – First muezzin (caller to prayer) in Islam, known for his unwavering faith despite persecution.

Zayd ibn Harithah (زيد بن حارثة):

Meaning – “Zayd, son of Harithah.”

Significance – Adopted son of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), symbol of love and acceptance.

Abu Hurairah (أبو هريرة):

Meaning – “Father of the Kitten” (due to his care for a stray cat).

Significance – Known for narrating many hadiths (sayings of the Prophet).

Salman al-Farisi (سلمان الفارسي):

Meaning – “Salman, the Persian.”

Significance – Early convert from Persia, known for his intelligence and loyalty.

Khabbab ibn al-Aratt (خباب بن الأرت):

Meaning – “Khabbab, son of Al-Aratt.”

Significance – Early convert who endured torture for his faith.

Suhaib ar-Rumi (صُهَيْبٌ الرُّومِيُّ):

Meaning – “Suhaib, the Roman.”

Significance – Early convert from the Byzantine Empire, known for his piety and recitation of the Quran.

Abu Ubaidah ibn al-Jarrah (أبو عبيدة بن الجراح):

Meaning – “Father of Ubaidah, son of Al-Jarrah.”

Significance – Military commander known for his strategic skills and piety.

Umm Salama (أم سلمة):

Meaning – “Mother of Salama” (her son’s name).

Significance – Wife of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) known for her intelligence and scholarship.

Aisha (عائشة):

Meaning – “Life.”

Significance – Wife of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) known for her vast knowledge and narration of hadiths.

Umm المؤمنين (ʾUmmu l-Muʾminīn):

Meaning – “Mother of the Believers” (title given to Prophet Muhammad’s wives).

Significance – Important figures in Islamic history who played a vital role in preserving knowledge and traditions.

Selecting a name for your baby boy from the list of Sahabi names not only honors the legacy of the companions of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) but also imbues your child with noble meanings and virtues. May these names inspire you and your family as you embark on this blessed journey of parenthood.