Islam
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Islam is a unisex name of Arabic origin, meaning “Arabic name meaning 'submission' or 'peace', referring to the religion of Islam.”. It currently ranks #3474 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 1999.
What Islam Means
“Arabic name meaning 'submission' or 'peace', referring to the religion of Islam.”
The Story of Islam
This name carries the profound weight of devotion and peace, a resonant echo from ancient Arabic traditions, now offered to your child.
Islam is an Arabic name directly derived from the word 'islam,' meaning 'submission to God' or 'peace.' It is the name of a major world religion, with its roots in the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad in the 7th century CE in Arabia. The name's dissemination is tied to the spread of Islamic culture and faith across the Middle East, North Africa, and beyond, carried through generations by believers and scholars.
To give your child the name Islam is to embrace a legacy of peace and devotion that has guided millions. When you write this name on their birth certificate, you are connecting them to a profound spiritual heritage. This name whispers of a life lived with intention, resilience, and a deep inner calm that you hope will be your child's constant companion.
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Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#36 in 1999
Total Births
792
First Recorded
1975
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