Arabic Names for Birds
When I was growing up, back home, my family had a gray parrot (Psittacus). Later we decided to get another one to keep company so the first one would not be bored hehe. They would imitate my grandmother’s voice (may Allah bless her) when she would answer the phone (aloo) and they would also chime Salam Alaiykum when a guest would enter the living room.
These were fun memories I had as a kid and funnily enough I fondly remember naming them Kaskoo (which I know is not super original).
Later my grandmother (may Allah bless her) and then the parrots passed away and my aunt never really got over it. To her, the parrots were a way she remembered her mother. It was an entire decade where the parrots and my grandmother lived together. Kind of like the essence or life of the house.
I’m not sharing this to be depressing, but I find out that you can really have special bonds with birds. They truly become a companion to you.
Don’t worry, it gets better. Now she has a bulbul named Lulli. And that fluffball is a cutie. Albeit, a feisty one.
Also, I kind of grew obsessed with him. Whenever I would visit I would try to pet him (without getting pecked haha), only to realize the [HE] was a [SHE]. Whoop. Errm.. I should’ve known from the name.
Ok enough about me, this post shares bird species names in Arabic. I’ve also included bird pet names for both genders, fun English ones, and female and male Arabic bird names. That way you can hopefully be more original than Kaskoo.
Bird Names & Species in Arabic
• Canary (كناري – Kanārī) – Canary
Same across dialects. Perfect for that yellow Tweety bird from your childhood cartoon.
• Dove (حمامة – Ḥamāmah / يمامة – Yamāmah) – Dove
In Modern Standard Arabic (الفصحى) “Ḥamāmah” is standard and Levantine, “Yamāmah” is Gulf. A symbol of peace and affection.
• Falcon (صقر – Ṣaqr / شاهين – Shāhīn) – Falcon
“Ṣaqr” is used in MSA, “Shāhīn” is very common in Gulf countries. Strong and majestic.
• Nightingale (بلبل – Bulbul / بُلبُل – Bolbol) – Nightingale
Pronounced “Bulbul” in MSA and Levant, “Bolbol” in Egypt. Famous for singing.
• Parrot (ببغاء – Babaghāʾ / بغبغان – Baghbaghān / كاسكو – Kāsko / كوكو – Kōkō)
Standard is “Babaghāʾ,” Egyptians often say “Baghbaghān.” Perfect for talking birds.
• Peacock (طاووس – Ṭāwūs / طووس – Ṭawwas) – Peacock
A colorful name for a colorful bird.
• Sparrow (عصفور – ʿUsfūr / دوري – Dūrī / عصافير – ʿAṣāfīr / عصفورة – ʿUṣfūra)
In Modern Arabic, the word is “ʿUsfūr.” In Levantine, people often say “ʿAṣāfīr” (plural), while Egyptians use “ʿUṣfūra.” Also called “Dūrī.”
• Swallow (سنونو – Sanūnū / خطّاف – Khaṭṭāf) – Swallow
Levant: “Sanūnū.” Gulf: “Khaṭṭāf.” A charming, light bird.
Uni-gender Arabic Names for Birds
Asfour (عصفور) – Bird, sparrow
The most universal Arabic bird name ever known to man.
Aseel (أصيل) – Genuine, noble
Works for male or female birds.
Bahja (بهجة) – Joy
Perfect for a cheerful bird.
Barq (برق) – Lightning
Great for fast flyers.
Bulbul (بلبل) – Nightingale
Classic and tied to birdsong.
Dhiya (ضياء) – Light
Bright and inspiring.
Fajr (فجر) – Dawn
Ideal for morning singers.
Farah (فرح) – Joy, happiness
Cheerful and positive.
Joud (جود) – Generosity
Short, simple, meaningful.
Lulu (لولو) – Pearl
Sweet and beloved.
Nour (نور) – Light
Bright, uplifting, works for any bird.
Qamar (قمر) – Moon
Lovely for white or night-active birds.
Raha (راحة) – Comfort
Soothing and peaceful.
Rih (ريح) – Breeze
Perfect for a fast, light bird.
Salam (سلام) – Peace
Beautiful for doves.
Samaa (سماء) – Sky
Majestic and open.
Shuruq (شروق) – Sunrise
Great for early-morning singers.
Tayr (طير) – Bird
Direct, simple, and universal.
Ward (ورد) – Rose
Flowery and poetic.
Yaqut (ياقوت) – Ruby
Great for brightly colored birds.
Zahra (زهراء) – Radiant flower
Neutral and bright.
English Names for Birds (with Arabic Spelling)
Angel (أنجل) – Angel
A sweet and delicate choice for a loving bird.
Bella (بيلا)
Italian for “beautiful,” perfect for a pretty female bird.
Blue (بلو)
Simple and charming for blue-feathered parrots and budgies.
Charlie (تشارلي)
Playful and popular, easy for parrots to mimic.
Coco (كوكو)
Global favorite, fun and easy to say.
Daisy (ديزي)
Cheerful, like a little flower—great for a gentle bird.
Kiwi (كيوي)
Cute and fruity, perfect for green birds.
Luna (لونا)
Romantic and calm, suited for peaceful birds.
Mango (مانجو)
Vibrant and tropical, great for parrots.
Max (ماكس)
Strong and simple, often chosen for male birds.
Oscar (أوسكار)
Classic, bold, and elegant.
Peaches (بيتشز)
Soft and affectionate, great for small birds.
Rosy (روزي)
Gentle and sweet, perfect for pinkish birds.
Smokey (سموكي)
Best for grey doves, pigeons, or cockatiels.
Sunny (سني)
Joyful, a natural fit for yellow canaries.
Tinkerbell (تينكربل)
Whimsical and magical, perfect for playful pets.
Tweety (تويتي)
From the Cartoon yep, instantly recognizable. This is awesome for a canary.
Zazu (زازو)
Bold and fun, popularized by The Lion King.
Female Arabic Names for Birds
Amal (أمل) – Hope
A positive, uplifting choice for any cheerful bird.
Amira (أميرة) – Princess
Elegant and royal, perfect for a graceful bird.
Aya (آية) – Miracle, sign
Short and spiritual, fits a delicate bird.
Basma (بسمة) – Smile
Lovely for a bird that brightens your day.
Dana (دانة) – Pearl
Elegant and refined, like a little gem.
Fayrouz (فيروز) – Turquoise
Colorful and charming, great for blue or green birds.
Ghina (غنى) – Melody
Perfect for a bird that sings beautifully.
Haneen (حنين) – Longing, affection
Melodic and warm, suits a gentle bird.
Jannah (جنة) – Paradise
Beautiful for a bird that feels heavenly.
Joud (جود) – Generosity
Short, sweet, and uplifting.
Layla (ليلى) – Night
Romantic and timeless.
Lubna (لبنى) – Storax tree
Unique and elegant, suited for exotic birds.
Maya (مايا) – Water, grace
Soft and feminine.
Muna (منى) – Wishes
Perfect for a bird that feels like a dream come true.
Nada (ندى) – Dew
Fresh and delicate.
Nawal (نوال) – Gift
A lovely choice for a beloved pet.
Rana (رنا) – Gaze
Gentle and elegant.
Rima (ريما) – Gazelle-like
Poetic and graceful.
Ruqayya (رقية) – Gentle, uplifting
A soft and spiritual name.
Sabah (صباح) – Morning
Beautiful for birds that sing early.
Samah (سماح) – Forgiveness, generosity
Peaceful and sweet.
Shams (شمس) – Sun
Radiant and warm.
Suha (سهى) – A star
Great for a small, delicate bird.
Tala (تالا) – Little palm tree
Fresh and cute.
Wardah (وردة) – Rose
Romantic and flowery.
Yasmin (ياسمين) – Jasmine flower
Classic and beautiful.
Zahra (زهرة) – Flower
Bright and cheerful.
Zina (زينة) – Ornament
Perfect for a bird with colorful feathers.
Male Arabic Names for Birds
Ameer (أمير) – Prince
Noble and strong.
Anwar (أنور) – Brighter, luminous
Great for radiant-feathered birds.
Aziz (عزيز) – Mighty, dear
Simple and powerful.
Bakr (بكر) – Young, pure
Nice for a small, lively bird.
Fadil (فاضل) – Virtuous
Elegant and positive.
Faris (فارس) – Knight
Bold and strong.
Hadi (هادي) – Calm, guide
Ideal for a peaceful bird.
Hilal (هلال) – Crescent moon
Lovely for a bird with white feathers.
Jamal (جمال) – Beauty
Perfect for handsome birds.
Karim (كريم) – Generous
A noble, sweet choice.
Khalil (خليل) – Close friend
Affectionate and endearing.
Majeed (مجيد) – Glorious
Strong and traditional.
Munir (منير) – Radiant
Bright and lively.
Mustafa (مصطفى) – Chosen
A meaningful classic.
Nabil (نبيل) – Noble
Elegant and proud.
Omar (عمر) – Long life
Strong and popular.
Rami (رامي) – Archer
Energetic and quick.
Rashid (راشد) – Wise, guided
Great for calm, smart birds.
Sadiq (صادق) – Honest, loyal
Beautiful for a devoted pet.
Sami (سامي) – Elevated
Perfect for a bird that flies high.
Saqr (صقر) – Falcon
Bold and majestic.
Tariq (طارق) – Morning star
Poetic and striking.
Zayd (زيد) – Growth, abundance
Positive and cheerful.
What are your favorite Arabic names for birds? Let me know in the comments.
