Arab parents make it a point to tell their children just how their names came about. Truth be told, most of the time the stories aren't as cute as we'd like them to be.
This week, a few people have taken to Twitter to reveal how they ended up with an Arabic name, and some of the stories are beyond hilarious.
1. On following dreams because ... superstitions
2. On first come, first served
Meaning of Sameera in Arabic: One who is of pleasant company.
3. On inexplicable love
Meaning of Fahmy in Arabic: Quick-witted.
4. On decision-making processes in an Arab household
Meaning of Samar in Arabic: Evening conversations.
5. On mistakes
Meaning of Abdullah in Arabic: God's servant.
6. On Virgin Mary references
7. On deterring the nagging process
Meaning of Eman in Arabic: Faith.
8. On indecisive parents
Meaning of Reem in Arabic: Gazelle.
Meaning of Zahra in Arabic: Flower.
9. On happy stories
Meaning of Farah in Arabic: Joy.