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An old Arab birth-name — classically, a small locust

An endearing diminutive — little maiden

Classically from a root of swift, purposeful movement

Born before her time — from a root of early birth

Everlasting; enduring

Female gazelle — by the classical gloss

The wise — a sage whose counsel the Qur'an preserves

A pre-Arabic name — classically linked to a root of clinging and closeness

The Coptic form of Mary

Devoted worshipper; beloved — has more than one classical explanation

Blessed; of good omen

One who cuts through; decisive — by the classical gloss

Protected; given refuge

The one cloaked

The praised one — praised again and again

Illuminating; giving light

From a root of hardiness — one equal to difficulty

Drawn from the water

The chosen one — from the root of purity and choosing

The one wrapped in garments

Warner — one who cautions with care

Blood of life; also a royal name of the Arabs — by the classical gloss

Rest; comfort

Of noble lineage — by the classical gloss