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