The Dictionary of Muslim Names
Publisher: New York University Press
Published: August 1, 1999
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 352
ISBN-13: 9780814706749
Subjects: Islamic studies; Personal names; Reference works; Reference; Genealogy; Muslims; Baby Names; Islam - General; Language Arts & Disciplines / Etymology; NAMES, PERSONAL_ISLAMIC; Islamic; Names, Personal
Description: "In a well-known hadith, Muhammed advises Muslims that, "On the Day of Resurrection, you will be called by your names and the names of your fathers; so keep beautiful names." Inspired by the teachings of Islam, names fulfill the cherished ambitions of a true Muslim.".

"In A Dictionary of Muslim Names, Salahuddin Ahmed provides a helpful and substantive guide to common and less-common Muslim names. This dictionary lists the original Arabic, Persian, or Turkish spelling, as well as a precise English transliteration. The names' meaning and bearing on Islamic heritage or world history are referenced, along with historical figures who bore the name - an Imaam, a Sultan, a saint - and accompanying examples."--BOOK JACKET.