What origin is the name Isma?

Isma comes from Arabic naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Isma?

Names from the same arabic tradition pair naturally with Isma — for example Omar, Amir, Malik. You can browse more on our arabic names page.

Isma

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Isma

Isma

Girl

Arabic

2 syllables

Isma is an Arabic girl's name meaning "Safeguarding.".

Parents who choose Isma pick a girl name from the Arabic tradition, meaning "Safeguarding.". At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Arabic
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Safeguarding.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Isma

What does Isma mean?

Isma is a girl name of Arabic origin meaning "Safeguarding.".

How popular is Isma?

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