Arabs love lions so much they name their sons after them in 15 different ways

You will probably recognize this name from the famous Arabic proverb, “hatha al-shibel min zak al assad,” which translates to “this cub was born of this lion”. Its indicative of a powerful and successful breed, and a cub that can hunt on its own.  

Yes, “waard” in Arabic means “flowers,” but the same word can also be used to describe a lion that has black strands in its mane.

In Arabic, this name is given to the meanest and strongest lion in the pride! It is the lion that all others fear. 

Hareth is another name for cub -- usually used as “Abul Hareth”.

Many Arab males are given then name Feras, which refers to a strong lion that hunts all day long and manages to finish its prey whole.  

Another popular name for Arab males. It means "fierce lion" -- always the first to sink its teeth and claws into any fight.

Bahnas is a lion that has a lot of swagger and prances while walking. 

One of the more popular "lion" names, it denotes power and leadership. Probably the most famous Hamza in Arab history is Hamza ibn Abdul-Muttalib, Prophet Muhammad’s paternal uncle.

It refers to a handsome and rather plump lion. Another variation of this name is Haidarah or حيدرة.

If your name is Dhergham then your name denotes fearlessness. More specifically it refers to a tough and fearless lion with magnificent sharp teeth!

It is possibly the most popular "lion" name of them all! Layth means the brave lion. This name was immortalized in Al Mutanabbi’s verse: “When the lion bares his teeth, do not fancy that the lion shows to you a smile”.

It is the lion that has grown all its teeth. Rebaal  is also used to describe a cunning and malicious type of lion.

Mayyass combines several descriptions: Handsome, proud, vain, and one who prances. It is also among the more popular "lion" names.  

The name itself denotes anger as does its sound. Ghadhanfar is the moody lion with a really vicious and short temper. Don’t mess with an Arab man named Ghadhanfar!

It is a name for a younger, chubbier cub. And, we think that's adorable.