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Abbad
عبادDevoted worshipper
عبادت گزار
Abbad ibn Bishr
An Ansari Companion known for devotion and courage.
Aban
أبانClear or distinct
واضح، نمایاں
Aban ibn Sa’id
A Qurayshi Companion who later served the Muslim community.
Abbas
العباسLion; stern and courageous
شیر، بہادر
Al-Abbas ibn Abd al-Muttalib
The Prophet’s uncle and a respected member of his family.
Abdullah
عبد اللهServant of Allah
اللہ کا بندہ
Abdullah ibn Mas’ud
A leading Companion known for Quran recitation and knowledge.
Abdur Rahman
عبد الرحمنServant of the Most Merciful
رحمٰن کا بندہ
Abdur Rahman ibn Awf
One of the ten Companions given glad tidings of Paradise.
Abu Ayyub
أبو أيوبFather of Ayyub; a kunyah
ایوب کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Ayyub al-Ansari
The Ansari Companion who hosted the Prophet in Madinah.
Abu Bakr
أبو بكرFather of the young camel; a kunyah
نوجوان اونٹ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Bakr al-Siddiq
The first caliph and one of the closest Companions.
Abu Darda
أبو الدرداءFather of Darda; a kunyah
درداء کے باپ، کنیت
Abu al-Darda al-Ansari
A Companion known for wisdom, worship and teaching.
Abu Dharr
أبو ذرFather of Dharr; a kunyah
ذر کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Dharr al-Ghifari
An early Muslim known for honesty and simplicity.
Abu Hurairah
أبو هريرةFather of the kitten; a kunyah
بلی کے بچے کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Hurairah al-Dawsi
A leading narrator of hadith among the Companions.
Abu Lubabah
أبو لبابةFather of Lubabah; a kunyah
لبابہ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Lubabah al-Ansari
An Ansari Companion connected with important events in Madinah.
Abu Mahdhurah
أبو محذورةFather of Mahdhurah; a kunyah
محذورہ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Mahdhurah al-Jumahi
A Companion appointed as a muezzin in Makkah.
Abu Musa
أبو موسىFather of Musa; a kunyah
موسیٰ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Musa al-Ash’ari
A Companion known for Quran recitation, teaching and leadership.
Abu Qatadah
أبو قتادةFather of Qatadah; a kunyah
قتادہ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Qatadah al-Ansari
A courageous Ansari Companion and narrator.
Abu Salamah
أبو سلمةFather of Salamah; a kunyah
سلمہ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Salamah Abdullah ibn Abd al-Asad
An early migrant and foster-brother of the Prophet.
Abu Sufyan
أبو سفيانFather of Sufyan; a kunyah
سفیان کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Sufyan Sakhr ibn Harb
A Qurayshi leader who accepted Islam at the conquest of Makkah.
Abu Talha
أبو طلحةFather of Talha; a kunyah
طلحہ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Talha al-Ansari
An Ansari Companion known for courage and generosity.
Abu Ubaidah
أبو عبيدةFather of Ubaidah; a kunyah
عبیدہ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Ubaidah Amir ibn al-Jarrah
A trusted commander and one of the ten promised Paradise.
Adi
عديOne who advances or runs swiftly
تیزی سے آگے بڑھنے والا
Adi ibn Hatim
A Companion known for generosity and leadership.
Ali
عليLofty, elevated and noble
بلند مرتبہ، معزز
Ali ibn Abi Talib
The Prophet’s cousin, son-in-law, fourth caliph and one of the ten promised Paradise.
Ammar
عمارLong-lived; builder
طویل عمر والا، تعمیر کرنے والا
Ammar ibn Yasir
An early Muslim who endured persecution for his faith.
Amr
عمروLife; long-lived
زندگی، طویل عمر والا
Amr ibn al-As
A Companion known for leadership and military skill.
Anas
أنسAffection and friendliness
محبت، انس
Anas ibn Malik
A famous narrator who served the Prophet for many years.
Aqil
عقيلIntelligent and wise
عقل مند، دانا
Aqil ibn Abi Talib
The Prophet’s cousin and brother of Ali ibn Abi Talib.
Arqam
الأرقمA marked or patterned one
نشان والا، نمایاں
Al-Arqam ibn Abi al-Arqam
His house was an early meeting place for Muslims in Makkah.
Asim
عاصمProtector and defender
محافظ، بچانے والا
Asim ibn Thabit
An Ansari Companion remembered for courage.
Aws
أوسGift or grant
عطیہ، بخشش
Aws ibn Khawli
An Ansari Companion who took part in important early events.
Ayman
أيمنBlessed; of the right side
بابرکت، دائیں جانب والا
Ayman ibn Ubayd
A Companion connected with the household of the Prophet.
Ayyash
عياشLively; one who lives well
خوش حال، زندہ دل
Ayyash ibn Abi Rabi’ah
An early Muslim from Quraysh who migrated for his faith.
Bara
البراءFree from blame; innocent
بری الذمہ، پاک
Al-Bara ibn Malik
An Ansari Companion known for exceptional bravery.
Bashir
بشيرBearer of good news
خوش خبری دینے والا
Bashir ibn Sa’d
An Ansari Companion and father of al-Nu’man ibn Bashir.
Bilal
بلالMoisture and freshness
نمی، تازگی
Bilal ibn Rabah
The famous Companion and first muezzin of Islam.
Buraidah
بريدةSmall cloak; traditional Arabic name
چھوٹی چادر، روایتی عربی نام
Buraidah ibn al-Husayb
A Companion who narrated hadith and joined Muslim campaigns.
Dahhak
الضحاكOne who smiles or laughs often
زیادہ مسکرانے والا
Al-Dahhak ibn Sufyan
A Companion known as a capable leader among his people.
Dihyah
دحيةA classical Arabic name; meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Dihyah al-Kalbi
A Companion who served as an envoy of the Prophet.
Fadl
الفضلGrace, excellence and bounty
فضل، برتری، عطا
Al-Fadl ibn Abbas
The Prophet’s cousin and son of Al-Abbas.
Fayruz
فيروزTurquoise; victorious
فیروزہ، کامیاب
Fayruz al-Daylami
A Companion from Yemen known for supporting Islam.
Habib
حبيبBeloved and dear
محبوب، پیارا
Habib ibn Zayd
An Ansari Companion remembered for firmness in faith.
Hakim
حكيمWise and judicious
حکمت والا، دانا
Hakim ibn Hizam
A Qurayshi Companion famous for generosity.
Hanzalah
حنظلةA desert plant; classical Arabic name
ایک صحرائی پودا، قدیم عربی نام
Hanzalah ibn Abi Amir
An Ansari martyr remembered as Ghaseel al-Mala’ikah.
Harith
الحارثCultivator; one who earns
کاشت کار، کمانے والا
Al-Harith ibn al-Simmah
An Ansari Companion known for courage and loyalty.
Hasan
الحسنGood and handsome
اچھا، خوب صورت
Hasan ibn Ali
The Prophet’s grandson and a respected Companion.
Hassan
حسانVery handsome; one who praises
بہت خوب صورت، تعریف کرنے والا
Hassan ibn Thabit
The poet of the Prophet who defended Islam through poetry.
Hudhayfah
حذيفةA classical Arabic diminutive name
قدیم عربی تصغیری نام
Hudhayfah ibn al-Yaman
A trusted Companion known for confidential knowledge.
Husayn
الحسينLittle handsome one
چھوٹا خوب صورت
Husayn ibn Ali
The Prophet’s grandson and a beloved member of his family.
Ikrimah
عكرمةFemale dove; classical Arabic name
مادہ کبوتر، قدیم عربی نام
Ikrimah ibn Abi Jahl
A Companion known for courage after accepting Islam.
Imran
عمرانProsperity and flourishing
آبادی، خوش حالی
Imran ibn Husayn
A respected Companion and narrator of hadith.
Iyad
عياضSupport and reinforcement
سہارا، مضبوطی
Iyad ibn Himar
A Companion from the tribe of Tamim who narrated hadith.
Jabir
جابرComforter; one who mends
دل جوئی کرنے والا، اصلاح کرنے والا
Jabir ibn Abdullah
A major Ansari narrator of hadith.
Ja’far
جعفرSmall river or stream
چھوٹی ندی، چشمہ
Ja’far ibn Abi Talib
The Prophet’s cousin, known as Ja’far al-Tayyar.
Jarir
جريرRope or rein
رسی، لگام
Jarir ibn Abdullah al-Bajali
A Companion admired for his character and leadership.
Jubayr
جبيرLittle mender; one who restores
اصلاح کرنے والا، جوڑنے والا
Jubayr ibn Mut’im
A Qurayshi Companion known for knowledge of lineage.
Ka’b
كعبElevated; a classical Arabic name
بلند، قدیم عربی نام
Ka’b ibn Malik
An Ansari poet whose story of repentance is well known.
Khabbab
خبابA classical Arabic name; meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Khabbab ibn al-Aratt
An early Muslim who endured severe persecution.
Khalid
خالدEverlasting and enduring
ہمیشہ رہنے والا
Khalid ibn al-Walid
A renowned commander known as the Sword of Allah.
Khubayb
خبيبLittle beloved one
چھوٹا محبوب، پیارا
Khubayb ibn Adi
An Ansari Companion remembered for steadfast faith.
Khuzaimah
خزيمةA classical Arabic name; exact meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، درست معنی مختلف ہیں
Khuzaimah ibn Thabit
An Ansari Companion known as Dhu al-Shahadatayn.
Ma’qal
معقلRefuge, shelter or fortress
پناہ گاہ، قلعہ
Ma’qal ibn Yasar
A Companion and narrator associated with Basrah.
Malik
مالكOwner or king
مالک، بادشاہ
Malik ibn al-Huwayrith
A Companion who taught the Prophet’s manner of prayer.
Miqdad
المقدادMeasure or appointed amount
مقدار، مقرر حصہ
Al-Miqdad ibn Amr
An early Muslim and courageous Companion.
Muadh
معاذProtected and sheltered
محفوظ، پناہ دیا گیا
Muadh ibn Jabal
A leading Companion known for knowledge of halal and haram.
Muawiyah
معاويةYoung fox; classical Arabic name
لومڑی کا بچہ، قدیم عربی نام
Muawiyah ibn Abi Sufyan
A Companion who served as a scribe and later ruler.
Mughira
المغيرةOne who advances or attacks
آگے بڑھنے والا
Al-Mughira ibn Shu’bah
A Companion known for diplomacy and practical wisdom.
Muhammad
محمدMuch praised
بہت تعریف کیا گیا
Muhammad ibn Maslamah
An Ansari Companion trusted with important assignments.
Mundhir
المنذرWarner
خبردار کرنے والا
Al-Mundhir ibn Amr
An Ansari leader remembered for service and sacrifice.
Mus’ab
مصعبStrong; able to face hardship
مضبوط، مشکل برداشت کرنے والا
Mus’ab ibn Umayr
An early Muslim and the first envoy-teacher sent to Madinah.
Nafi
نافعBeneficial and useful
فائدہ دینے والا
Nafi ibn Utbah
A Companion who narrated reports about future events.
Nu’aym
نعيمLittle comfort or blessing
چھوٹی نعمت، آرام
Nu’aym ibn Mas’ud
A Companion whose strategy helped during the Battle of the Trench.
Nu’man
النعمانA classical Arabic name linked to a red flower
قدیم عربی نام، سرخ پھول سے منسوب
Al-Nu’man ibn Bashir
An Ansari Companion and well-known narrator.
Qatadah
قتادةA strong thorny tree
ایک مضبوط کانٹے دار درخت
Qatadah ibn al-Nu’man
An Ansari Companion who fought in early battles.
Qays
قيسFirmness or measure
مضبوطی، پیمانہ
Qays ibn Sa’d
An Ansari leader known for intelligence and generosity.
Rabi’ah
ربيعةSpringtime; fourth
بہار، چوتھا
Rabi’ah ibn Ka’b al-Aslami
A Companion who served the Prophet and narrated hadith.
Rafi
رافعOne who raises; exalted
بلند کرنے والا، بلند مرتبہ
Rafi ibn Khadij
An Ansari Companion and narrator of hadith.
Sa’d
سعدHappiness and good fortune
خوشی، خوش بختی
Sa’d ibn Abi Waqqas
One of the ten promised Paradise and a leading commander.
Sa’id
سعيدHappy and fortunate
خوش، خوش نصیب
Sa’id ibn Zayd
One of the ten Companions promised Paradise.
Sahl
سهلEasy, gentle and smooth
آسان، نرم
Sahl ibn Sa’d
A long-lived Ansari Companion and hadith narrator.
Salim
سالمSafe, sound and peaceful
محفوظ، سلامت
Salim mawla Abi Hudhayfah
An early Muslim known for Quran recitation.
Salman
سلمانSafe and secure
محفوظ، سلامت
Salman al-Farisi
A Companion known for wisdom and the trench strategy.
Samurah
سمرةAcacia tree
کیکر کا درخت
Samurah ibn Jundub
A Companion and narrator of hadith.
Shaddad
شدادStrong and firm
مضبوط، سخت
Shaddad ibn Aws
An Ansari Companion known for wisdom and narration.
Shurahbil
شرحبيلA classical Semitic name; meaning varies
قدیم سامی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Shurahbil ibn Hasanah
A Companion and commander in the early Muslim armies.
Suhayb
صهيبReddish-haired; a classical diminutive name
سرخی مائل بالوں والا، قدیم نام
Suhayb al-Rumi
An early Muslim known for sacrifice during migration.
Talha
طلحةA type of tree
ایک قسم کا درخت
Talha ibn Ubaydillah
One of the ten Companions promised Paradise.
Tamim
تميمComplete, strong and perfect
مکمل، مضبوط
Tamim al-Dari
A Companion known for worship and narration.
Thabit
ثابتFirm and steadfast
ثابت قدم، مضبوط
Thabit ibn Qays
An Ansari orator known as the speaker of the Prophet.
Thawban
ثوبانOne who returns
لوٹنے والا
Thawban mawla Rasulillah
A devoted Companion who served the Prophet.
Tufayl
الطفيلLittle one; a classical diminutive name
چھوٹا، قدیم تصغیری نام
Al-Tufayl ibn Amr al-Dawsi
A tribal leader who invited his people to Islam.
Ubadah
عبادةWorship and devotion
عبادت، بندگی
Ubadah ibn al-Samit
An Ansari Companion, teacher and judge.
Ubayy
أبيّDignified; one who refuses humiliation
باوقار، ذلت قبول نہ کرنے والا
Ubayy ibn Ka’b
A leading Quran reciter and scribe among the Companions.
Ukashah
عكاشةA classical Arabic name; exact meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، درست معنی مختلف ہیں
Ukashah ibn Mihsan
A Companion known for courage and glad tidings.
Umair
عميرLittle flourishing one
چھوٹا خوش حال
Umair ibn Wahb
A Qurayshi Companion whose life changed after accepting Islam.
Umar
عمرLong life and flourishing
طویل زندگی، آبادی
Umar ibn al-Khattab
The second caliph and one of the ten promised Paradise.
Urwah
عروةStrong handle or support
مضبوط سہارا، دستہ
Urwah ibn Mas’ud al-Thaqafi
A respected leader who accepted Islam and called his people.
Usama
أسامةLion
شیر
Usama ibn Zayd
A young Companion appointed to lead an army.
Uthman
عثمانYoung bustard bird; classical Arabic name
ایک پرندے کا بچہ، قدیم عربی نام
Uthman ibn Affan
The third caliph and one of the ten promised Paradise.
Utbah
عتبةThreshold
دہلیز
Utbah ibn Ghazwan
An early Muslim and commander who helped establish Basrah.
Wahshi
وحشيWild or untamed
جنگلی، بے قابو
Wahshi ibn Harb
A Companion who accepted Islam after the conquest of Makkah.
Wathilah
واثلةConnection or close link
تعلق، مضبوط رابطہ
Wathilah ibn al-Asqa
A Companion and narrator who lived in Syria.
Yasir
ياسرEasy-going; one for whom things are easy
آسان مزاج، جس کے لیے آسانی ہو
Yasir ibn Amir
An early Muslim and father of Ammar ibn Yasir.
Zayd
زيدGrowth and increase
بڑھوتری، اضافہ
Zayd ibn Harithah
A beloved Companion closely connected with the Prophet’s household.
Zubayr
الزبيرStrong and wise
مضبوط، دانا
Al-Zubayr ibn al-Awwam
One of the ten Companions promised Paradise.
Harithah
حارثةCultivator or one who earns
کاشت کار، کمانے والا
Harithah ibn al-Nu’man
An Ansari Companion from Madinah.
Hisham
هشامGenerosity; a classical Arabic name
سخاوت، قدیم عربی نام
Hisham ibn Hakim
A Qurayshi Companion remembered in reports about Quran recitation.
Hubab
الحبابA classical Arabic name; meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Al-Hubab ibn al-Mundhir
An Ansari Companion known for giving practical advice at Badr.
Julaybib
جليبيبA classical diminutive Arabic name
قدیم عربی تصغیری نام
Julaybib
A Companion remembered in hadith for faith and sacrifice.
Jundub
جندبA classical Arabic name; meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Jundub ibn Abdullah al-Bajali
A Companion and narrator of hadith.
Khawwat
خواتA classical Arabic name; meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Khawwat ibn Jubayr
An Ansari Companion from Madinah.
Khunays
خنيسA classical diminutive Arabic name
قدیم عربی تصغیری نام
Khunays ibn Hudhafah
An early Muslim who migrated for his faith.
Labid
لبيدA classical Arabic name; meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Labid ibn Rabi’ah
A famous Arab poet who accepted Islam.
Maan
معنBenefit, help or assistance
فائدہ، مدد
Ma’n ibn Adi
An Ansari Companion who supported the Muslim community in Madinah.
Marthad
مرثدA classical Arabic name; meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Marthad ibn Abi Marthad
An early Muslim associated with missions from Madinah.
Munqidh
منقذRescuer or deliverer
بچانے والا، نجات دینے والا
Munqidh ibn Amr
A Companion from Madinah.
Ala
العلاءHighness and excellence
بلندی، فضیلت
Al-Ala ibn al-Hadrami
A Companion who served as an envoy and governor in the early Muslim community.
Alqamah
علقمةA classical Arabic name; meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Alqamah ibn Mujazziz
A Companion who was appointed to lead military expeditions.
Amir
عامرProsperous; one who builds or inhabits
آباد، خوش حال
Amir ibn Fuhayrah
An early Muslim closely connected with the period of the Hijrah.
Bishr
بشرCheerfulness and good news
خوشی، بشارت
Bishr ibn al-Bara
An Ansari Companion from Madinah.
Dhimad
ضمادBandage or dressing
پٹی، مرہم پٹی
Dhimad al-Azdi
A man from Azd who accepted Islam after meeting the Prophet.
Fudalah
فضالةExcellence and bounty
فضیلت، عطا
Fudalah ibn Ubayd
An Ansari Companion and narrator of hadith.
Ghalib
غالبVictorious and dominant
غالب، فتح پانے والا
Ghalib ibn Abdullah al-Laythi
A Companion who was entrusted with military expeditions.
Nuaiman
نعيمانLittle blessing or comfort
چھوٹی نعمت، آرام
Nu’ayman ibn Amr
An Ansari Companion remembered in reports from Madinah.
Addas
عداسA classical Arabic name; exact meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، درست معنی مختلف ہیں
Addas of Ta’if
A man from Nineveh who met the Prophet ﷺ at Ta’if and accepted Islam.
Aflah
أفلحSuccessful; one who succeeds
کامیاب، کامیابی پانے والا
Aflah
An early Muslim remembered among those who suffered persecution for Islam.
Abu Bakra
أبو بكرةA famous kunyah
مشہور کنیت
Abu Bakra Nufay’
A Companion from Ta’if who became known as a narrator of hadith.
Abu Hudhaifa
أبو حذيفةFather of Hudhaifa; a kunyah
حذیفہ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Hudhaifa ibn Utbah
An early Muslim Companion who fought at Badr and was later martyred at Yamamah.
Abu Jandal
أبو جندلFather of Jandal; a kunyah
جندل کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Jandal ibn Suhayl
A Companion remembered for his hardship and steadfastness around the time of the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah.
Ubayda
عبيدةLittle servant; a classical Arabic name
چھوٹا خادم، قدیم عربی نام
Ubayda ibn al-Harith
An early Muhajir Companion who fought at Badr and was among its martyrs.
Abu Juhayfah
أبو جحيفةFather of Juhayfah; a kunyah
جحیفہ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Juhayfah Wahb ibn Abdullah
A young Companion who heard and narrated hadith from the Prophet ﷺ.
Abu Barzah
أبو برزةA famous Arabic kunyah
مشہور عربی کنیت
Abu Barzah al-Aslami
A Companion who participated in Muslim campaigns and narrated hadith from the Prophet ﷺ.
Abu Dujana
أبو دجانةFather of Dujana; a kunyah
دجانہ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Dujana Simak ibn Kharasha
An Ansari Companion known for bravery and for defending the Prophet ﷺ at the Battle of Uhud.
Abu Rafi’
أبو رافعFather of Rafi’; a kunyah
رافع کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Rafi’ al-Qibti
A Companion and freedman of the Prophet ﷺ who lived in Madinah and narrated hadith.
Abu Sa’id
أبو سعيدFather of Sa’id; a kunyah
سعید کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Sa’id al-Khudri
An Ansari Companion and one of the well-known narrators of hadith.
Abu Umamah
أبو أمامةFather of Umamah; a kunyah
امامہ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Umamah al-Bahili
A Companion who narrated many hadith from the Prophet ﷺ.
Suraqah
سراقةA classical Arabic name
قدیم عربی نام
Suraqah ibn Malik
A Companion remembered for pursuing the Prophet ﷺ during the Hijrah and later accepting Islam.
Itban
عتبانA classical Arabic name; exact meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Itban ibn Malik
An Ansari Companion who participated in the Battle of Badr and led his people in prayer.
Zuhayr
زهيرLittle flower or blossom
چھوٹا پھول، کلی
Zuhayr ibn Surad
A Companion from Hawazin who is mentioned among the early Muslim narrators.
Zahir
زاهرBright, shining and radiant
روشن، چمکدار
Zahir ibn Haram
A Companion from the desert who was known to the Prophet ﷺ and is mentioned in reports of his affection toward him.
Mahmud
محمودPraised and commendable
تعریف کیا گیا، قابل تعریف
Mahmud ibn al-Rabi
A young Companion who remembered an incident with the Prophet ﷺ from his childhood and later narrated hadith.
Al-Bara
البراءFree from blame; innocent
بری، بے قصور
Al-Bara ibn Malik
An Ansari Companion and brother of Anas ibn Malik, famous for exceptional courage in battle.
Mihja
مهجعA classical Arabic name; exact meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Mihja ibn Salih
An early Muslim who was freed from slavery and became the first Muslim martyr at the Battle of Badr.
Kulthum
كلثومA classical Arabic name; exact meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Kulthum ibn al-Hadm
An Ansari Companion of Quba who hosted the Prophet ﷺ after the Hijrah.
Thumama
ثمامةA type of desert plant; classical Arabic name
ایک صحرائی پودا، قدیم عربی نام
Thumama ibn Uthal
A powerful leader of Banu Hanifa who accepted Islam after meeting the Prophet ﷺ in Madinah.
As’ad
أسعدHappier; more fortunate
زیادہ خوش نصیب، خوش بخت
As’ad ibn Zurara
An early Ansari leader and one of the first people of Madinah to embrace Islam.
Usayd
أسيدLittle lion; a classical diminutive name
چھوٹا شیر، قدیم عربی نام
Usayd ibn Hudayr
An Ansari leader whose acceptance of Islam helped spread Islam among his people.
Buraydah
بريدةA classical Arabic name; exact meaning varies
قدیم عربی نام، معنی مختلف ہیں
Buraydah ibn al-Husayb
A tribal leader who met the Prophet ﷺ during the Hijrah and embraced Islam.
Safwan
صفوانSmooth rock or pure stone
ہموار پتھر، صاف چٹان
Safwan ibn Umayyah
A Qurayshi leader who later accepted Islam and became one of the Companions.
Umayr
عميرA classical diminutive Arabic name
قدیم عربی تصغیری نام
Umayr ibn Wahb
A Qurayshi man who once opposed Islam but later accepted it and became a devoted Companion.
Urwa
عروةStrong support; firm handle
مضبوط سہارا، مضبوط گرفت
Urwa ibn Masud
A respected leader of Thaqif who embraced Islam and was killed while calling his people to Islam.
Uqbah
عقبةEnd of a path; mountain pass
راستے کا اختتام، پہاڑی راستہ
Uqbah ibn Amir
A Companion and hadith narrator who spent time with the Prophet ﷺ and later served the Muslim community.
Abu Tha’labah
أبو ثعلبةFather of Tha’labah; a kunyah
ثعلبہ کے باپ، کنیت
Abu Tha’labah al-Khushani
A Companion who narrated several hadith directly from the Prophet ﷺ.
Tulayha
طليحةDiminutive form of Talha
طلحہ کی تصغیر، چھوٹا طلحہ
Tulayha ibn Khuwaylid
He embraced Islam, later apostatized and claimed prophethood, then sincerely returned to Islam and fought for the Muslims.
Zayd ibn Arqam
زيد بن أرقمZayd means growth and increase
زید کا مطلب بڑھوتری اور اضافہ
Zayd ibn Arqam
A young Ansari Companion whose truthful report about the hypocrites was confirmed by revelation.
لم يتم العثور على اسم مطابق
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What Are Sahaba Names for Boys?
Sahaba names for boys are names associated with the male Companions of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The Sahaba were Muslims who met the Prophet ﷺ, believed in him and followed Islam during his lifetime.
Many Muslim parents choose Sahabi names for their baby boys because these names are connected with important figures in Islamic history. The Companions are remembered for qualities such as faith, courage, knowledge, generosity, patience and service to Islam.
This list of Sahaba names for boys includes Arabic spellings, English meanings, Urdu meanings and brief information about the Companion associated with each name, helping parents compare meaningful Islamic names more easily.
How to Choose a Sahabi Name for Your Son
When choosing a Sahabi name for your baby boy, first check the correct Arabic spelling and pronunciation. Then learn the meaning of the name and make sure it has a good and suitable meaning.
It is also helpful to learn about the Companion connected with the name. Some Sahaba were known for knowledge, courage, generosity, leadership, patience or strong faith.
Finally, choose a name that your family can pronounce easily and that works well in your language and country. You can use the search and filters above to compare Sahaba names by meaning, category and starting letter.
Birth Names and Kunyahs in Sahaba Names
Not every famous Sahaba name was the Companion’s original birth name. Some well-known names, especially those beginning with Abu, are kunyahs rather than birth names.
A kunyah is a respectful Arabic form of address that usually means “father of” followed by another name. Examples include Abu Bakr, Abu Hurairah, Abu Ayyub and Abu Ubaidah.
When choosing a Sahabi name for your son, it is useful to know whether the name is a birth name or a kunyah. Both may be well known in Islamic history, but they are not always the same type of name.
Common questions
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What does Sahaba mean in Islam?
Sahaba is the plural Arabic term used for the Companions of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. In Islamic history, the Sahaba were Muslims who met the Prophet ﷺ, believed in him and followed Islam during his lifetime.
Can I name my baby boy after a Sahabi?
Yes. Many Muslim families choose Sahaba names for their baby boys because these names are connected with respected Companions of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Before choosing a name, check its correct spelling, pronunciation and meaning.
Are Abu Bakr and Abu Hurairah birth names or kunyahs?
Abu Bakr and Abu Hurairah are famous kunyahs rather than their original birth names. A kunyah is a respectful Arabic form of address that usually begins with Abu, meaning “father of.”
Why do Sahaba names have different English spellings?
Sahaba names can have different English spellings because Arabic letters and sounds may be written in more than one way in English. For example, Uthman may also be written as Usman or Othman, and Zubayr may also be written as Zubair.
What are some popular Sahaba names for baby boys?
Popular Sahaba names for baby boys include Abdullah, Umar, Uthman, Ali, Hamza, Bilal, Anas, Ammar, Salman, Khalid, Talha and Zubayr. Parents may also compare the meaning, Arabic spelling and the Companion connected with each name before making a final choice.
Do Sahaba name meanings always have one fixed meaning?
No. The meaning of a Sahaba name may vary depending on the Arabic root, spelling, historical usage and English or Urdu translation. For this reason, parents should treat some translated meanings as approximate rather than absolute.
