Arabic Name Necklaces Explained: Styles, Spelling and How to Order Yours

A gold Arabic name necklace displayed on natural stone

An Arabic name necklace lets you wear your name in the script it was written for. For some people it is a connection to family and language, and for others it is simply a beautiful script. Whatever the reason, ordering one raises a few questions. How is the name written? Which style should you choose? How do you make sure the spelling is right?

This guide answers those questions step by step. It explains what an Arabic name necklace is, the styles and finishes available from Aurea Jewels, how it differs from an English name necklace, how to get the spelling right with the help of Aurea's Arabic translation option, and how to order yours at jewelsbyaurea.com. Every Aurea Arabic name necklace is made to order in the UK from 925 sterling silver.

An Arabic name necklace is a necklace with your name written in Arabic script as a nameplate. Arabic is written from right to left, and its letters join together, so the nameplate flows as one connected line rather than a row of separate letters. That flowing shape is a big part of what makes the design so elegant.

Like every Aurea piece, the Arabic name necklace is made to order. Nothing is made in advance, so your necklace is created for your name after you place your order. That is the difference between genuinely personalised name necklaces and a ready made piece that happens to carry a name.

Aurea offers two Arabic styles, each available in three finishes and made from the same 925 sterling silver.

The Arabic Name Necklace

The classic. Your name is written in Aurea's exclusive Arabic font on a fine chain. You can personalise it with up to 9 characters, and the chain is 45cm (18in) long. At the time of writing, the Arabic name necklace starts from £35.96.

The Tennis Arabic Name Necklace

The same Arabic nameplate, suspended from a sparkling tennis chain set with zirconium stones. It is a good choice when you want extra shine. At the time of writing, the tennis Arabic name necklace starts from £59.96.

Finishes

Both styles are made from 925 sterling silver and can be finished in sterling silver, 22ct gold plating or rose gold plating. Silver is bright and classic, gold is warm, and rose gold is soft and pink toned. You can read more about what each one is made from on the materials page.

Chain Styles

●        Classic: a fine, delicate chain that keeps the focus on the name.

●        Rope: a twisted chain with extra texture that catches the light.

●        Cuban: a bolder, flatter linked chain for a more confident look.

You can choose between these three chain styles on the Arabic name necklace.

An Arabic name necklace worn with the Aurea Jewels gift bag

Customer feedback is a useful guide. At the time of writing, the Arabic name necklace holds a 5.0 out of 5.0 rating from 15 verified customer reviews. Customers often mention the Arabic lettering, the choice of finishes and how easily the necklace works with their other jewellery.

If you are choosing between the two, or want both, here is how they compare.

Feature	Arabic name necklace	English name necklace
Script	Arabic, written right to left with joined letters	English, written left to right in a flowing script
Font	Aurea's exclusive Arabic font	A choice of script fonts in the 3D preview
Characters	Up to 9	Up to 9
Material	925 sterling silver	925 sterling silver
Finishes	Sterling silver, 22ct gold or rose gold plating	Sterling silver, 22ct gold or rose gold plating
Chain styles	Classic, Rope or Cuban	Classic, Rope or Cuban
Made	To order in the UK	To order in the UK

 

Many people order one of each, an Arabic name necklace for one name and an English name necklace for another, or wear them together. Both start from £35.96 at the time of writing.

A rose gold Arabic name necklace next to a silver English name necklace

This is the most important part of ordering. Arabic names can be written in the Latin alphabet in several ways, and the English spelling is not always a direct guide to the Arabic one. Short vowels are usually not written in everyday Arabic, so the same name can look different depending on who is spelling it out in English. For example, all of these are English spellings of names that many people know:

●        Mohammed, Muhammad and Mohamed

●        Aisha, Aishah and Ayesha

●        Fatima and Fatimah

●        Zainab, Zaynab and Zeinab

●        Yusuf, Yousef and Youssef

Arabic letters also change shape depending on where they sit in a word, and the dots above or below a letter decide which letter it is. On a necklace those details are small, so a missing or misplaced dot can change the name. That is why it helps to have a reliable way to get the Arabic spelling right.

Use Aurea's Arabic Translation Option

You do not need to know how to write your name in Arabic. If you are not sure, you can use Aurea's Arabic translation option in the design tool. Enter your name and the tool translates it into Arabic script for you, so you can see how it will look on your necklace.

Like any translation, it is very accurate but not perfect. That is why the Aurea team goes over your name as well. If a name needs fixing or changing, the team will manually use the best Arabic version of that name, so you are never left to guess.

●        Start: click Start Design and enter your name.

●        Translate: use the Arabic translation option to see your name in Arabic script.

●        Preview: check the 3D preview of your necklace.

●        Review: the Aurea team goes over the name and, if it needs correcting, manually uses the best Arabic version.

Extra Checks for Peace of Mind

A few simple habits help whether you use the translation option or already know the Arabic spelling:

●        Already know the Arabic spelling? Use it as your reference rather than the English version.

●        Ask someone who reads Arabic. A family member, friend or teacher can confirm it in a minute. Some names have more than one valid spelling, so it is worth checking which one you want.

●        Check any Arabic documents. If your name is written in Arabic on a document, such as a certificate, copy it from there.

●        Choose a full name or a short form. With up to 9 characters, a first name or a nickname often fits best.

●        Check the 3D preview letter by letter. Personalised pieces cannot be returned unless they arrive damaged, faulty or incorrect, so check carefully before you order.

●        Buying for someone else? Do not guess. Use the translation option, or ask the person, or someone close to her, to confirm the spelling.

If your name is longer than 9 characters, or you would like something different, you can contact the team to ask about a fully bespoke design.

Ordering takes just a few minutes.

●        Step 1: Choose your style, either the Arabic name necklace or the tennis Arabic name necklace.

●        Step 2: Click Start Design and enter your name. If you are not sure how to write it in Arabic, use the Arabic translation option.

●        Step 3: Choose your finish: sterling silver, 22ct gold plating or rose gold plating.

●        Step 4: Choose your chain style.

●        Step 5: Check the 3D preview, looking closely at the spelling, the finish and the chain.

●        Step 6: Add it to your cart and check out.

The Aurea team goes over your name too, and if it needs correcting, they will manually use the best Arabic version. Once you order, your necklace is made in the UK and dispatched within 1 to 2 working days by Royal Mail Tracked 48. It arrives in Aurea's signature drawer box, ready to give or keep. You can find the full details on the shipping and returns page, see what is included on the gifting page, or add a gift bag to your order.

Four Aurea Jewels signature boxes, each holding a necklace made for a different name

Many name necklaces sold online are mass produced overseas and kept in stock, and many are made from cheap base metals with a thin coating. That can be a problem for a name that has to be spelled exactly right. An Arabic name necklace needs careful attention to every letter, and that is much easier when each piece is made for you, by a team you can contact.

Aurea Jewels makes every necklace to order in its UK workshop from 925 sterling silver. You can see the full process on the how it is made page, and read why it matters in our guide to Aurea vs other name necklace brands.

An Arabic name necklace works well as a gift for birthdays, graduations, weddings, new babies, Eid and many other occasions, because the name is what makes it special. The most important step when buying for someone else is confirming the spelling, so ask her, or someone close to her, before you order. Then choose the finish based on the jewellery she already wears: silver if she wears mostly silver, gold or rose gold if she prefers warmer tones, and silver if you are not sure. Every necklace arrives in a signature drawer box with a care kit. Because each piece is made to order, leave a little time before the date. Browse the full collection for more styles.

A little care keeps the lettering crisp and the finish bright:

●        Take it off before swimming, showering and exercise.

●        Apply perfume and lotion first and let them dry before you put it on.

●        Wipe it with a soft cloth after wearing.

●        Store it in its box or pouch, away from other jewellery.

The care guide covers each finish in more detail.

Can I get my name written in Arabic on a necklace?

Yes. Aurea offers an Arabic name necklace and a tennis Arabic name necklace, both made to order in the UK with your name in Aurea's exclusive Arabic font. If you do not know how to write your name in Arabic, you can use the Arabic translation option.

What if I do not know how to write my name in Arabic?

Use Aurea's Arabic translation option in the design tool. Enter your name and it is translated into Arabic script for you, so you can check the result in the 3D preview before you order.

Is the Arabic translation option accurate?

It is very accurate, but like any translation it is not perfect. That is why the Aurea team goes over your name, and if it needs fixing or changing, they will manually use the best Arabic version of that name.

How do I make sure the Arabic spelling is correct?

Use the Arabic translation option if you are not sure, check the 3D preview letter by letter, and ask someone who reads Arabic if you would like a second opinion. The Aurea team also goes over your name.

How many characters can an Arabic name necklace have?

You can personalise it with up to 9 characters. For a longer name, a first name or nickname often works best, or you can contact the team about a bespoke design.

What finishes are available?

Sterling silver, 22ct gold plating and rose gold plating, all on a 925 sterling silver base.

How long is the chain?

The Arabic name necklace chain is 45cm (18in) long, and you can choose a Classic, Rope or Cuban chain style.

How long does it take to arrive?

Each necklace is made to order in the UK and dispatched within 1 to 2 working days by Royal Mail Tracked 48.

Are personalized name necklaces from Aurea made to order?

Yes. Aurea makes every necklace to order in the UK, so nothing is made until you place your order.

Is an Arabic name necklace a good gift?

Yes, as long as the spelling is confirmed first. It works for birthdays, graduations, weddings, new babies, Eid and other occasions, and it arrives in a signature drawer box ready to give.

Can I return a personalised Arabic name necklace?

Because each piece is made specifically for you, returns and exchanges are not accepted unless the item arrives damaged, faulty or incorrect. Please check the spelling carefully before you order.

An Arabic name necklace is a simple way to wear your name in a beautiful script. With Aurea's Arabic translation option and a team that goes over your name, it is easy to order even if you do not know how to write it in Arabic. Choose your style, check the preview and let Aurea do the rest. Ready to start? Visit jewelsbyaurea.com, explore the full collection, see the customer favourites in the bestsellers, or take a look at the English name necklace if you would like your name in both scripts.