Discover 371+ blessed Quranic names that have been honored by being mentioned in the Holy Quran. From prophets and righteous figures to beautiful Quranic vocabulary — each name carries deep spiritual significance and divine connection, perfect for parents seeking authentic Islamic names.
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Muhammad
Praiseworthy - Last Prophet
Ibrahim
Father of multitudes - Abraham
Musa
Drawn out - Moses
Isa
Jesus - Messiah
Maryam
Mary - Mother of Isa (AS)
Yusuf
God increases - Joseph
Yahya
God is gracious - John
Zakariya
God remembers - Zachariah
Asiyah
The caring one - Wife of Pharaoh
Luqman
Wise man mentioned in Quran
The Quran mentions 25 prophets by name, from Adam (AS) to Muhammad (PBUH). Each prophetic name carries unique meaning and spiritual significance. Explore our prophetic names collection for detailed information about each prophet.
Beyond prophets, the Quran mentions righteous figures like Maryam (AS), the only woman named in the Quran, Luqman the wise, and Dhul-Qarnayn. These names carry inspiration and virtue. See our Sahabiyat names for more righteous women.
Many beautiful names are derived from Quranic vocabulary — words like Noor (light), Rahma (mercy), Iman (faith), and Jannah (paradise).
Several Quranic surahs are named after people, including Surah Maryam (Mary), Surah Ibrahim (Abraham), Surah Muhammad, Surah Nuh (Noah), Surah Hud, and Surah Yusuf (Joseph). These names carry special honor.
Prophet Muhammad is mentioned by name 4 times in the Quran. He also has 99 beautiful names, including Ahmad (most praised), Mustafa (chosen one), and Rasul Allah. Learn more in our names of Prophet Muhammad collection.
Use our Islamic name choosing guide to find the perfect Quranic name. Consider the name's meaning, the story behind it, and how it connects your child to divine revelation.
The Quran mentions 25 prophets by name, several righteous figures like Maryam (Mary), Luqman, and Dhul-Qarnayn, plus numerous Quranic vocabulary words used as names. In total, there are over 100 distinct names that appear in or are derived from the Holy Quran. Browse our complete Quranic names list for all options.
Popular Quranic names for boys include Muhammad (praiseworthy), Ibrahim (father of multitudes), Musa (drawn out), Isa (Jesus), Yusuf (God increases), Zakariyya (God remembers), and Yahya (God is gracious). See our Quranic boy names collection for more options.
Beautiful Quranic names for girls include Maryam (Mary - the only woman mentioned by name in Quran), Aasiya (the caring one - wife of Pharaoh), Khadija (premature child - first wife of Prophet Muhammad), Fatima (captivating - daughter of Prophet Muhammad), and Hafsah (gathering). Explore our Quranic girl names collection.
While the Quran was revealed in Arabic, some names mentioned in the Quran have non-Arabic origins. For example, names like Ibrahim (Abraham), Musa (Moses), Isa (Jesus), and Yusuf (Joseph) are Hebrew in origin but are considered Quranic names as they appear in the divine revelation. Compare with Arabic names for more options.
Naming a child with a Quranic name carries immense blessing (barakah). These names are mentioned in Allah's divine revelation, connect the child to righteous role models, and serve as a constant reminder of faith. Learn more in our Islamic naming guide.