Traditional Moroccan Names

Servant of the Mighty (God)

Just, fair, righteous

Settler, permanent resident, ancestor of Arabs

Highly praised, one who constantly thanks God

Alive, living, prosperous

Noble, exalted, sublime

Trustworthy, faithful, secure, honest

Trustworthy, faithful, honest

friendly, pleasant, companion

Freshness, moisture, water; companion of the Prophet Muhammad

Beauty, goodness, characteristic mark

Coquetry, pampering, dalliance, flirtation

Unique, precious, incomparable

Captivating, abstinent, she who abstains

Heart, intellect, mind

To forsake, flight, or 'to leave in a hurry'

Strong, steadfast, lion

Mercy, compassion, tenderness, grace

handsome, good, benefactor

Generosity, bounty, munificence

India; 100 camels

Father of many; a prophet's name

Faith, belief

Prosperity, long-lived; also, 'my people are exalted'

God hears; heard by God

Protection, safeguard, bond, pledge

Great, respected, magnificent, glorious

Beauty, grace, handsomeness

Harvest, garden, heaven

Perfection, completeness, excellence

Generous, noble, bountiful

treasure, hidden treasure

Respectable, trustworthy, born prematurely

Eternal, immortal, everlasting

night, born at night

Queen, ruler, owner

Beloved, bitter, or rebellion

Guided, rightly guided one

Bitter, beloved, or wished-for child

Praised, commendable

The chosen one, the selected

Noble, honorable, distinguished

Caller, announcer (Arabic); hope (Slavic)

Gift, prosperity, or a small bee

Light

Long-lived, flourishing, eloquent

Wise, insightful, wealthy, or 'snake'

Little mother