Arabic names are among the most common in the world. Omar, Layla, Zara, Amir. They've crossed over into mainstream American naming. Most have clear meanings — 'light,' 'prince,' 'beautiful' — which parents tend to love.
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lion
one who listens, conversationalist
prophet swallowed by a whale (Quranic narrative)
all-powerful (divine name Al-Qadir)
complete, perfect
conqueror, opener of doors
one who receives blessing
strength, power, support
destroyer, one who breaks
noble, of excellent character
beauty, adornment, grace
peace, safety, security
abundance, generous provider
lush, satiated, full of water
unharmed, complete
happiness, good fortune
Lion
enchanting, magical
prince, commander
One who is difficult to tame, untameable
lion
so be it (amen)
great, majestic, exalted
grateful, thankful to God
graceful, elegant
ruler, judge
worshipper of Allah
pure, virtuous, righteous
pure, clear, smooth rock
one who distributes, divider of goods
shore, coast
pleasant companion, entertainer
full, satisfied, quenched
one who sees, observer
elaboration of Ahmad (most praised)
beautiful, adornment
beautiful, graceful
the best, most excellent
studious, learned one
moon, born from the moon
of the moon, lunar
most honorable
worshipper of the All-Powerful
friend of God (theological use)
perfection, excellence, completeness
growth, abundance (Arabic root interpretation)
leopard, swift and fierce
leader, one who leads
noble, truthful father
the one who swallows (alternative etymology)
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