Muslim Baby Unisex Names
NameRoot's collection of 59 muslim unisex names is drawn from Arabic, the 99 names of Allah, and 1,400 years of Islamic naming heritage across the Arab world, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. Each name is scored across six signals — meaning, numerology, phonetics, birth-star compatibility, uniqueness, and cultural heritage — to help your family find a name that resonates beyond just sound.
Below are the top 59 names by cultural standing and popularity. Tap any name for its full meaning, etymology, related names, and family-compatibility score.
Frequently asked questions
How many muslim unisex names does NameRoot include?
NameRoot's corpus includes 59 muslim unisex names, of which 5 are tier-1 cultural classics. The collection draws from classical sources, modern usage, and the broader Muslim naming tradition.
Which muslim unisex name is most popular right now?
Pari is among the most culturally significant choices in this collection. It means "From Persian 'pari' (fairy, angel, supernatural beauty)". The "popularity" sort order combines cultural tier and contemporary usage data from the past decade.
Are these muslim names suitable for cross-cultural families?
Many muslim names travel well across cultures — the NameRoot detail page for each name lists every tradition where it's used and any cross-cultural pairings. The app surfaces names that work for mixed-heritage families based on both parents' backgrounds.
What does it mean that a name is "scored across six signals"?
NameRoot rates every name on (1) the resonance of its meaning, (2) Pythagorean numerology, (3) Chaldean numerology, (4) phonetic compatibility with your family surname, (5) compatibility with the child's birth-star/nakshatra, and (6) uniqueness vs commonality. Together these give parents a 360° view, not just a list.