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41 of the Most Beautiful Uncommon Arabic Girl Names

Arabic names are a treasure trove of lyrical sounds and deep meanings, often rooted in rich linguistic and poetic traditions. While names like Tamara, Layla, and Fatima are beloved classics, there exists a world of equally stunning, yet less common, choices.

Here are 41 of the most beautiful uncommon Arabic girl names, each carrying a unique melody and a story to tell.

1. Jouri (جوري): Damask rose

2. Lujain (لُجَيْن): Silver

3. Yasma (يسما): Jasmin flower

4. Tayma (تيماء): Ancient oasis

5. Douja (دُجَى): Dark of night

6. Kalila (كليلة): Beloved; Sweetheart

7. Yaqout (ياقوت): Ruby

8. Ruh (رُوح): Soul

9. Zahya (زهية) – Bright

10. Widad (وداد): Deep affection

11. Wijdan (وجدان): Deep emotion

12. Misk (مِسْك): Musk

13. Narjes (نرجس): Narcissus flower

14. Kussouf (كسوف): Eclipse

15. Shams (شمس): Sun

16. Kenz (كنز): Treasure

17. Shahd (شهد): Pure honey

18. Rayya (ريا): Fragrance

19. Balqis (بلقيس): The Arabic name for the Queen of Sheba.

20. Lujayna (لجينة): Little silver

21. Marjannah (مرجانة): Coral

22. Raheeq (رحيق): Sugary liquid produced plants

23. Zmerrod (زمرد): Emerald

24. Tarub (طَرُوب): Merry

26. Izdihar (ازدهار): Blossoming

27. Fairooz (فيروز): Turquoise

28. Mahra (مهرة): Gift or dowry

29. Qamarah (قمرة): Little moon

30. Afnan (أفنان): Branches of a tree

31. Mazna (مزنة): Generosity

32. Shatha (شذى): A beautiful fragrance.

33. Fariha (فرِيحة): Happy

34. Arwa (أَرْوَى): Graceful

35. Rabab (رباب): White cloud or musical instrument

36. Thamina (ثمينة): Precious 

37. Miral (ميرال): A young deer or gazelle.

38. Mays (مَيس): Graceful, swaying walk

39. Narin (نارين): Fiery

40. Jawhara (جوهرة): Jewel

41. Ghazal (غزل): Ode or lyrical poem