There are a total of 556 Egyptian boy names that have been compiled and organized in this comprehensive list. The selection includes common modern Arabic names, historically attested ancient-Egyptian names with reliable sources, and culturally significant variants verified for pronunciation and concise meaning.

Egyptian boy names are male personal names used by people in Egypt and by communities linked to its history and culture. They range from everyday modern Arabic names to ancient Egyptian names preserved in hieroglyphs and Coptic records. Many names are theophoric, patronymic, or descriptive, and they often reflect religion, family ties, or historical figures. Parents, researchers, and cultural enthusiasts use these names for identity, study, or naming decisions.

Interesting and little-known facts about Egyptian boy names:
– This compilation lists 556 names drawn from modern registers, academic corpora, and vetted linguistic sources.
– Some ancient Egyptian names, such as Imhotep and Pepi, are over 4,000 years old and appear in hieroglyphic inscriptions.
– A large share of contemporary Egyptian male names derive from Arabic and Islamic traditions that spread after the 7th century CE.
– Many names are theophoric—containing deity elements like Ra, Ptah, or Amun—showing the long religious influence on naming.
– Transliteration varies widely: a single Arabic name can have multiple Latin spellings, affecting searches and historical records.

Find the alphabetical index below, with each letter linking to a focused A–Z list. Each entry shows the name, a simple pronunciation guide, a concise meaning, and its origin or category.