How many names does the Holy Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) have?

The Holy Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) has 99 blessed names as recorded in Islamic tradition. Reciting and reflecting upon these names is a means of increasing love and reverence for the Prophet (ﷺ).

What does Khatam al Anbiya mean?

Khatam al Anbiya means 'Seal of the Prophets.' It is the 63rd name of the Holy Prophet (ﷺ) and signifies that he is the last and final messenger of Allah, after whom no new prophet will come.

Which names of the Holy Prophet are also names of Quranic Surahs?

Four names of the Holy Prophet are also the opening letters/names of Quranic Surahs: Taha (Surah 20), Yasin (Surah 36), Muzammil (Surah 73), and Mudathir (Surah 74).

What is the meaning of Mustafa?

Mustafa means 'the chosen one' and is the 36th name of the Holy Prophet (ﷺ). Related names include Mujtaba (elect, no. 32) and Murtada (content, no. 34).

How many names of the Holy Prophet contain the word Allah?

Five compound names of the Holy Prophet contain the word Allah: Abdallah (Allah's servant, no. 58), Kalimullah (Whom God has talked to, no. 59), Habibullah (God's beloved friend, no. 60), Najiallah (God's intimate friend, no. 61), and Safiallah (God's sincere friend, no. 62).

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Q: What is the meaning of the name Muhammad?

Muhammad means 'the highly praised one' in Arabic. It is the first and most well-known name of the Holy Prophet (ﷺ). The name Ahmed (the most commendable) is the second most famous name.

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99 Names of the Holy Prophet — Complete Reference for Competitive Exams

The 99 blessed names of the Holy Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), known as Asma-un-Nabi, are among the most spiritually significant and exam-tested topics in Pakistan’s competitive examinations. Whether you are preparing for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, CSS, PMS, OTS or CTS, questions on the names and meanings of the Holy Prophet appear regularly in One Paper Islamic Studies. This page covers all 99 names with meanings, Quranic connections, compound “Allah” names, and every fact examiners have tested.

First 20 Names — Quick Reference

No.	Name	Meaning
1	Muhammad	The highly praised one
2	Ahmed	The most commendable
3	Hamid	The praising
4	Mahmud	The praised
5	Qasim	The distributor
6	Aqib	The last
7	Fateh	The conqueror
8	Shahid	The witness
9	Hashir	The one who gathers people
10	Rashid	The well-guided
11	Mashhud	The witnessed
12	Bashir	The bringer of good tidings
13	Nadhir	The warner
14	Da’i	The caller
15	Shafi	The healer
16	Hadi	The one who guides right
17	Mahdi	The one who is well guided
18	Mahi	The one who wipes out
19	Munji	The one who saves / delivers
20	Naji	The one who is safe

Names Associated with Quranic Surahs

Four names of the Holy Prophet (ﷺ) are also the opening letters/names of Quranic Surahs:

Taha (No. 31) — Surah 20:1 | Yasin (No. 37) — Surah 36:1 | Muzammil (No. 39) — Surah 73 | Mudathir (No. 41) — Surah 74 | Hamim (No. 35) — beginning of Surahs 40–46

Five Compound “Allah” Names (Nos. 58–62)

No.	Name	Meaning
58	Abdallah	Allah’s servant
59	Kalimullah	Whom God has talked to
60	Habibullah	God’s beloved friend
61	Najiallah	God’s intimate friend
62	Safiallah	God’s sincere friend

Exam-Critical Names — Key Facts

Name	No.	Meaning	Why It’s Tested
Mustafa	36	The chosen one	Most commonly used title in literature & poetry
Khatam al Anbiya	63	Seal of the Prophets	Fundamental doctrine of finality of prophethood
Amin	57	Trustworthy	Title given by Quraysh before prophethood
Rasul ar Rahma	68	The Messenger of mercy	Referenced in Surah Al-Anbiya (21:107)
Siraj / Misbah	84 / 47	Lamp (both)	Two different names share the same meaning
Ummi	23	Unlettered	Referenced in Surah Al-A’raf (7:157–158)
Yatim	80	Orphan	Refers to the Prophet’s early life — father died before birth

99 Names of Holy Prophet — Frequently Asked Questions

The Holy Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) has 99 blessed names as recorded in Islamic tradition. These names are referred to as Asma-un-Nabi. Reciting and reflecting upon these names is considered a means of increasing love and reverence for the Prophet (ﷺ).

Muhammad means “the highly praised one” in Arabic. It is the 1st and most well-known name of the Holy Prophet (ﷺ). The name Ahmed (the most commendable) is the 2nd name. Both Muhammad and Ahmed are mentioned in the Holy Quran.

Khatam al Anbiya means “Seal of the Prophets” and is the 63rd name of the Holy Prophet (ﷺ). It signifies that he is the last and final messenger of Allah, after whom no new prophet will come. This doctrine of the finality of prophethood (Khatm-e-Nubuwwat) is a fundamental belief in Islam.

Four names of the Holy Prophet (ﷺ) are also the opening letters/names of Quranic Surahs: Taha (Surah 20, no. 31), Yasin (Surah 36, no. 37), Muzammil (Surah 73, meaning “Wrapped,” no. 39), and Mudathir (Surah 74, meaning “Covered,” no. 41). Additionally, Hamim (no. 35) appears at the beginning of Surahs 40–46.

Mustafa (no. 36) means “the chosen one” — it is among the most frequently used titles of the Holy Prophet in Urdu and Persian poetry. Mujtaba (no. 32) means “elect” (selected by Allah). A closely related name is Murtada (no. 34), meaning “content”.

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