One of the hardest parenting decisions is giving your child the perfect name. What if you name your child, but they end up being bullied for it? What if you decide to honor your roots but end up with a traditional name you don’t really like? You need to pick a baby name that will stand the test of time, a name that will be meaningful yet trendy.

Arabic boy names are a great place to start as they are exotic and uniquel. Here are the most popular Arabic boy names in 2020.

Amir

Amir means prosperous, or prince and is derived from an Arabic price, Prince Emir. It has often been given to leaders and rulers and is from the verb Amara, which means to rule or to command. It also has Persian and Turkish roots.

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This name is popular due to its most famous bearer, Amir Arison, who is commonly known as Agent Aram Mojtabai on The Blacklist.

Maleek

Maleek is a Muslim boy name that means sovereign, ruling, or reigning. It is also a combination of two Arabic names; owner and King. The most popular variants of this name are Malik. Malyk and Malek. This name has seen its share of famous bearers, including a vice president, ministers, and countless football players.

The famous bearer that tops them all has to be an Assassin’s Creed character, Malik Al-Sayf.

Nasir

This Arabic name is of African origin and means helper and is sometimes used to indicate ‘one who renders people victorious.’ If you’re considering a biblical Muslim name, then Nasir is perfect, as it is mentioned in the Koran.

This name also appears in Spartacus as one of the characters and can be given as a first name or a surname. The most common variant of Nasir is Naseer.

Zain

Zain is one of the most popular Arabic names, probably because it doesn’t sound Arabic at all. This makes it the perfect option for American parents considering Arabic names. Zain means handsome, beauty or grace and can be used as a first, second, or third name.

The most common variants are Zane and Zayn, with the most famous bearer being Zayn Malik, a singer.

Taz

This name if of Eritrean origin and means King or jewel. This is the decade where short names are more popular than ever, and Taz is short and unique. This name would be perfect for nonconformist parents as it is sometimes given to girls.

People with this name often have leadership qualities and are assertive. Your little prince will be stubborn and will not let anyone push them around.

Ali

As far as three-letter names go, Ali has to be top of the list. This name has been popular for years and never really falls off the charts. Ali is a non-gendered name that means elevated in Arabic and noble or excellent among Muslims. People with this name are said to use their abilities from the greater good and are honest and reliable. You want your baby to have these traits, don’t you?

The most popular bearer is Mohammad Ali, the professional boxer.

Farooq

Farooq means one who can tell the difference between right and wrong and is often given as a family name. This name is Arabic but has Muslim roots and has a ton of variations; Farouq, Faruk, Farooqi, Farook, etc. This name is heavily used in the Middle East and would be perfect for Muslim parents looking for an Arabic name for their son.

People with the name are often outgoing, versatile, easy to talk to, and can adapt to almost any environment.

Haamid

This is a Muslim Arabic name that means praising and loving Allah. It has been rising in popularity since 2018 and has multiple Islamic meanings. This name would be an excellent fit for conservative parents that prefer to name their child with a traditional spiritual name that has a modern appeal.

The most common variant of the name is Hamid.

Idris

Idris means smart or studious and is also the name of an Islamic prophet. Initially, however, the name was used to indicate ‘an interpreter.’ This name would be perfect for parents looking for an Arabic name with a modern touch to it.

The most popular bearer of the name is Idris Elba, a famous British actor.

Lahan

When it comes to trendy Arabic names, Lahan has to be at the very top. This name means bright and smart one and has steadily been gaining popularity. It is also unique and has an alluring feel to it making it an excellent fit for your son.