How to Write Your Name in Arabic for a Necklace
Arabic names
Ask the wearer (or their family) to write the name in Arabic, then count the letters as they are written in Arabic, not in English. "Mohammed" has 8 letters in English but 4 in Arabic (محمد). On the Arabic Name Necklace you choose a letter-count option (3, 4 to 5, 6 to 7 or 8 to 9 letters) and type the name in Arabic, and any dots on the letters become VS diamonds.
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By Lana Al Kamal
Founder and jewellery designer, GIA-trained, Dubai · Updated 12 November 2026
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Harper's Bazaar ArabiaEmirates WomanGrazia ArabiaJdeed MagazineKey takeaways
- Ask the wearer or their family to write the name in Arabic, then count the Arabic letters: Mohammed is 8 letters in English but 4 in Arabic (محمد).
- Choose the letter-count option on the Arabic Name Necklace (3, 4 to 5, 6 to 7 or 8 to 9 letters) and type the name in Arabic.
- Dots on the letters become VS diamonds, so names such as محمد with no dotted letters have no diamonds.
Common names, written in Arabic
| Name | In Arabic | Arabic letters | Dotted letters? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noor | نور | 3 | Yes (ن) |
| Reem | ريم | 3 | Yes (ي) |
| Sara | سارة | 4 | Yes (ة) |
| Lana | لانا | 4 | Yes (ن) |
| Maryam | مريم | 4 | Yes (ي) |
| Mohammed | محمد | 4 | No |
| Ahmed | أحمد | 4 | No |
| Fatima | فاطمة | 5 | Yes (ف، ة) |
| Yasmin | ياسمين | 6 | Yes (ي، ن) |
| Abdullah | عبدالله | 7 | Yes (ب) |
| Abdulrahman | عبدالرحمن | 9 | Yes (ب، ن) |
These are the most common spellings. Some names have more than one accepted spelling, so always confirm with the wearer.
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Why does the letter count change in Arabic?
Arabic usually writes only consonants and long vowels. Short vowels are marks above or below the letters and are normally left out, so "Mohammed", "Muhammad" and "Mohamed" are all محمد. The opposite can also happen: a short English name can be longer in Arabic. Count each Arabic letter, including ة at the end of names like سارة and فاطمة. If you are not sure which option to pick, ask the team before you pay.
Which names have more than one spelling?
Names ending in an "a" sound are the usual case. Sara can be سارة, سارا or ساره, and Layla can be ليلى or ليلا. The ending changes the look of the necklace: ة has two dots, while ه and ى have none. Only the wearer knows which spelling is theirs, so copy it from their own writing, an ID or a message from them.
What to buyArabic Name Necklace, from AED 4,250What happens to the dots?
Many Arabic letters are told apart only by their dots, such as ب, ت, ث, ن and ي. On the Lana Al Kamal name necklace those dots are VS diamonds, 0.03 ct each. Names with no dotted letters, such as محمد or أحمد, have no diamonds. The Arabic name necklace guide covers gold colour, size and the golden-bubbles style.
What if the name is not Arabic?
It is written by its sound in Arabic letters, and some sounds, such as "p" and "v", have no Arabic letter of their own. Our guide to non-Arabic names in Arabic calligraphy has examples. For a long name, a single Arabic Letter Necklace (AED 3,200 in November 2026) is another option.
Frequently asked questions
How do I write my name in Arabic for a necklace?
Ask the wearer or their family to write it, then count the letters as written in Arabic. Enter the Arabic spelling on the product page and choose the matching letter-count option.
How many letters is Mohammed in Arabic?
Four: محمد. Arabic leaves out most short vowels, so English spellings such as Mohammed, Muhammad and Mohamed are all محمد.
Is Sara written سارة or سارا?
Both are used, as is ساره. Use the spelling the wearer uses; ة has two dots while ه has none, which changes the look of the necklace.
Do all names get diamonds?
No. On the Lana Al Kamal Arabic Name Necklace, only dotted letters have diamonds (VS, 0.03 ct each). Names such as محمد and أحمد have no dotted letters.
How much is an Arabic name necklace?
In November 2026, from AED 4,250 for 3 letters to AED 4,850 for 8 to 9 letters, in 18K yellow, white or rose gold.
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About Lana Al Kamal
Lana Al Kamal is an architect and jewellery designer who founded her Dubai-based fine jewellery brand in 2018. She studied at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) and is a member of the Dubai Chamber jewellery designers group. Most pieces are made in 18K gold.
