

Khalid:Ībū Sulaymān Khālid ibn al-Walīd ibn al-Mughīrah al-Makhzūmī, better known as Sayf ullah al-Maslūl is noted even today for his military prowess and tactics. Khabbab, meaning ‘one who runs or walks fast’, is a strong and succinct name, and would make an intriguing option for your son. Khabbab ibn al-Aratt, a young boy from Al Yamamahm, was one of the first ten persons to accept Islam. This male Arabic name, sometimes spelled Kaab, was even used by Arab Jews in the 1st century, and means ‘noble’, ‘high’ or ‘respectful’. He’s even the writer of Bānat Suʿād, a poetry written in praise of the Prophet Muhammad. This unique and beautiful name is associated with Ka‘b ibn Zuhayr, the sahabah and the Arabian poet of the 7th century. His name means ‘small grown’, which suggests he was short or small, or even dwarf-like. Julaybib is the name of a martyr and one of the less-known sahabas of Prophet Muhammad. This name, meaning ‘stream’ or ‘river’ has been in use in the US since 1975.

Jafar was the name of a companion of the Prophet Muhamad, the third son of Abu Talib ibn Abdul Muttalib and the elder brother of Ali. The name Jabr, meaning ‘to mend or to coerce’ has a poetic flow and a lovely sound, making it perfect for a young boy. Jabr was originally a young Christian slave belonging to the Banu i-Hadrami tribe. The meaning of Jabir is ‘comforter’ or ‘one who supports and takes care of orphans and the poor’.

Historians say that Jabir ibn ʿAbdullah ibn ʾAmr ibn Haram al-Ansar participated in 19 battles, including Battle of Badr. Jabir ibn ʿAbdullah ibn ʾAmr ibn Haram al-Ansari was very young, just about 7, when he embraced Islam. And the name Ishaq has a wonderful meaning too, ‘one who laughs’.

Ishaq al-Ghanawy is also one of the most prominent sahabas of Prophet Muhammad. Related: 75 Pretty Pacific Islander Baby Names For Boys And Girls 25. This name, meaning ‘father of multitude’ has been used well by Muslim parents in the Middle East and the US. It’s believed that the child was named after Abraham, a prophet common to both Jews and Arabs. Ibrahim ibn Muhammad was the name of Prophet Muhammad’s and Maria al-Qibtiyya’s son. This name meaning ‘handsome’, ‘godly’, ‘good mannered or gentle’ is familiar as the name of the King of Jordon. This name came into existence when Prophet Muhamad bestowed it upon his grandson. Hussein is a diminutive of the name Hasan, a common Arabic name. Hudhayfah ibn al-Yaman was one of the trusted companions of Prophet Muhamad and participated in all the battles, except Badr. If you are looking for a vintage Arabic name, Hudhayfah is a great pick. Hubab is a beautiful Arabic name, meaning ‘beloved’. Al-Hubab ibn al-Mundhir ibn Zayd, an important sahaba, and Ansar from Khazraj tribe, participated in the meeting at saqifah after Prophet Muhammad succeeded.
