Egypt is such an evocative and ancient land that has amazing mythological stories and architectural wonders, like the pyramids, that still stand tall to this day. If you’ve always found Egypt to be a fascinating culture, perhaps a name chosen from one of its ancient deities and make your child’s future a unique and heroic one!
There are two names for boys that stand out when it comes to Egypt. Seth is a Greek version of the Egyptian god Sutekh (also known as Set). Seth was a powerful lord of the desert who fought and defended the gods. He would be a fantastic choice to name a child who you want to be steadfast and brave no matter what.
Another great name for a boy is Osiris. Osiris is the Greek version of the god Usir, who rose from the underworld and gave ancient Egyptians hope for life after death.
There are also great names for girls that are Egypt-oriented as well. Isis is the Greek name for Aset. Isis was very much regarded as a loving matriarchal figurehead to the ancient Egyptians. If you’re looking for something more intense, there’s also Neith, the goddess of warfare as well as hunting.
If you’re looking for a great gender-neutral name to use for your child that has origins in Egypt, you don’t need to look any further than the Nile. This is the name of the famous river that caused Egypt to become the prosperous civilization it was known for.
Ahmed
Meaning: Greatly praised
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Akhenathen
Meaning: Of great use to the god Aten
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Amon
Meaning: The hidden one
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Anipe
Meaning: Daughter of the Nile river
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Asenath
Meaning: Devoted to the goddess Neith, belonging to her father
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Ashraf
Meaning: Noble, most honorable one
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Aya
Meaning: Bird, wonderful, amazing
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Babu
Meaning: Osiris’ first born
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Bennu
Meaning: Eagle girl
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Chione
Meaning: Mythical Nile daughter
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Cleopatra
Meaning: Glory of the father
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Dalia
Meaning: Hanging branch, strong branch
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Darius
Meaning: Rich, he who holds firm to good, name of a Pharaoh
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Dina
Meaning: God is my judge
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Eman
Meaning: Faith
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Esraa
Meaning: Journey at night
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Essam
Meaning: Safeguard
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Fukayna
Meaning: Intelligent, knowledgeable
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Gamal
Meaning: Handsome
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Hanan
Meaning: Mercy, compassion
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Hasani
Meaning: Handsome, good-looking
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Hatshepsut
Meaning: Foremost of noble women
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Heba
Meaning: Gift
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Horus
Meaning: A god in the form of a falcon
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Hossam
Meaning: Sharp sword, sword of justice
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Isis
Meaning: Throne
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Jabari
Meaning: Brave one
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Jamila
Meaning: Beautiful, elegant
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Khalid
Meaning: Eternal, to last forever
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Khepri
Meaning: Morning sun
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Layla
Meaning: Night
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Mahmoud
Meaning: Praise
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Menna
Meaning: Favour, grace, gift of God
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Mesi
Meaning: Water
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Moustafa
Meaning: Chosen, preferred
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Nabil
Meaning: Noble
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Nakia
Meaning: Pure and faithful
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Nubia
Meaning: Gold
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Pharaon
Meaning: Ruler
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Ramses
Meaning: Son of Ra
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Sanura
Meaning: Kitten
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Sara
Meaning: Princess, lady
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Sayed
Meaning: Master, lord
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Shameka
Meaning: Pure of heart
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Tariq
Meaning: He who knocks at the door, morning star
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Yahua
Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Yasser
Meaning: To be rich
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Youssef
Meaning: God increases
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy
Zahra
Meaning: Flower, bright, white
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Girl
Zahur
Meaning: Blossom, flower, eminent
Origin: Egyptian
Gender: Boy