Baha'i Boy Names With Meanings
20 names with meanings and origins.
Baha'i families often choose Persian and Arabic names tied to the faith's history, such as Tahirih, Bahiyyih and Shoghi, alongside names from their own culture. These are the names most linked to Baha'i heritage. These 20 Baha'i boy names (including unisex names) are listed A to Z; use the letter links to jump to a starting letter.
Top picks
- Ali — “An Arabic name meaning high, exalted, or noble, widely used among Telugu-speaking Muslims.”
- Jamal — “Beauty; handsomeness”
- Kamal — “Derived from Sanskrit, this name refers to the lotus flower, symbolizing purity, beauty, and spiritual awakening.”
- Nabil — “Noble; honourable”
- Adib — “Well-mannered courteous polished; cultured”
- Abbas — “Lion; description of a lion; gloomy look”
- Badi — “An African name that translates to wonderful or marvelous. It is used to describe someone who possesses extraordinary or unique qualities.”
- Amin — “Trustworthy; faithful, trustworthy, custodian”
- Habib — “An Arabic name meaning beloved one or dearly loved. It is a common term of endearment and a popular given name.”
- Jalal — “An Arabic name meaning sublimity, glory, or grandeur. It is used to denote greatness and majestic dignity.”
- Abbasઅબ્બાસ
Boy · Arabic · “Lion; description of a lion; gloomy look”
Boy · African · “Well-mannered courteous polished; cultured”
- Aliఅలీ
Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name meaning high, exalted, or noble, widely used among Telugu-speaking Muslims.”
Boy · African · “Trustworthy; faithful, trustworthy, custodian”
Boy · African · “An African name that translates to wonderful or marvelous. It is used to describe someone who possesses extraordinary or unique qualities.”
Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name meaning beloved one or dearly loved. It is a common term of endearment and a popular given name.”
Boy · Arabic · “Good the founder of shiite islam was named hussein”
Boy · Arabic · “An Arabic name meaning sublimity, glory, or grandeur. It is used to denote greatness and majestic dignity.”
Boy · Arabic · “Beauty; handsomeness”
- Kamalकमल
Boy · Indian · “Derived from Sanskrit, this name refers to the lotus flower, symbolizing purity, beauty, and spiritual awakening.”
Boy · Baha'i · “Meaning kind, affectionate, or warm-hearted, this beautiful Persian name represents loving kindness and mercy.”
Boy · Arabic · “Noble; honourable”
Boy · Baha'i · “Meaning spirit of God, this profound Arabic name denotes high spiritual devotion, courage, and divine connection.”
Unisex · Baha'i · “Meaning royal falcon or majestic bird, this powerful Persian name represents strength, vision, and lofty goals.”
Boy · Baha'i · “Meaning desirous, longing, or full of yearning, this beautiful Arabic name denotes deep devotion and passion.”
Unisex · Baha'i · “Meaning adornment, ornament, or decoration, this lovely Persian name is associated with beauty and refinement.”
Unisex · Baha'i · “Meaning a dove or a leaf, this symbolic Arabic name represents peace, gentleness, and spiritual messengership.”
Boy · Arabic · “Close friend”
Boy · International · “Most holy”
- Vahidوحید
Boy · Unknown origin · “Unique; singular”
Baha'i naming traditions
The Baha'i Faith has no required naming ceremony, so families choose freely, and many children have names from their own culture. Names of central figures and early believers, such as Tahirih, Bahiyyih, Quddus and Varqa, remain popular, and some families pick names of spiritual qualities from the Baha'i writings.
Common questions
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