Becoming a father or mother is the most beautiful feeling you can experience. Holding your infant in your hands for the first time has raised the heartbeats of many, and some of us even cried like babies.
This is why offspring are included among Allah’s biggest blessings, and Allah says in the Quran Surah At-Taghabun Verse 15, “Your wealth and children are only a test, but Allah ˹alone˺ has a great reward.”
That said, here is a blog with the best dua for a newborn baby. We have also included the supplication for new parents and its reply. We will also discuss the benefits of reciting the newborn dua.
Newborn Dua for baby
Here is the best dua for a newborn baby, which you can recite upon seeing him or her.
اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْهُ مِنَ الصَّالِحِينَ المُصْلِحِينَ البَارِّينَ بِوَالِدَيْهِمْ
Newborn Dua in English: Allahumma aj‘alhu minas-saliheen al-musliheen al-barreena bi-walidayhim.
Translation: May Allah make him righteous, and make him grow in a good manner, and make him kind to his parents.
Explanation: Although this newborn dua for a baby is not directly from the Holy Quran or Hadith, it is recited by millions of Muslims. There are a few characteristics that are taken from the Holy Quran.
The newborn dua can be divided into three parts.
1- Righteousness (الصالحين): The word Minas-saliheen has appeared in several Quranic verses, and it means the righteous. By reciting this supplication, you are mimicking the supplication of Prophet Zachariah (PBUH), which is mentioned in Surah Al-Imran Verse 38.
2- Reform (المصلحين): The concept of being among the “reformers” or those who spread good is also highlighted in Islam. Surah Hud Verse 117 mentions: “And your Lord would not have destroyed the cities unjustly while their people were reformers.”
3- Dutifulness to Parents (البارين بوالديهم): Being dutifull to parents is one of the basic concepts in Islam. There are several Hadiths and Quranic verse mentioning how we should respect parents.
The Quran says in Surah Al-Isra Verse 23: “And your Lord has decreed that you not worship except Him, and to parents, good treatment. Whether one or both of them reach old age [while] with you, say not to them [so much as], “uff,” and do not repel them but speak to them a noble word.”
Hadith: The pleasure of the Lord lies in the pleasure of the parent. The anger of the Lord lies in the anger of the parent.” —Sunan al-Tirmidhī 1899.
We must recite this dua for newborn babies at the time of meeting them. This is one of the best dau you can give to a newborn because it has everything needed for this world and the hereafter: righteousness, reform, and parents’ duty.
Dua when seeing a newborn baby
There is no specific dua for newborns in Hadiths. However, you can recite this supplication when you see a newborn baby.
مَا شَاءَ اللَّهُ + اَلْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ
Dua when seeing newborn in English: Mā shā’ Allāh + Al-ḥamdu lillāh
Translation:
- Mashallah: What Allah has willed. It is used to express appreciation, joy, or gratitude for something good, acknowledging that Allah wills it. Here is a complete guide on the meaning and benefits of Mashallah.
Taking Allah’s name on anything adds a layer of security. Parents must recite the dua for evil eye protection on their newborns.
- Alhamdulillah: All praise is due to Allah. It is used to express gratitude or thanks to Allah. Here is an article on the meaning and benefits of Alhamdulillah.
The parents of the newborn can also say this supplication when seeing their daughter or son for the first time. However, if someone else praises them, reply by saying Jazakallah Khairan.
Dua for a newborn baby (Congratulation & reply)
بَارَكَ اللَّهُ لَكَ فِي الْمَوْهُوبِ لَكَ، وَشَكَرْتَ الْوَاهِبَ، وَبَلَغَ أَشُدَّهُ، وَرُزِقْتَ بِرَّهُ
:وَيَرُدُّ عَلَيْهِ الْمُهَــــــنَّأُ فَيَقُولُ
بَارَكَ اللَّهُ لَكَ وَبَارَكَ عَلَيْكَ، وَجَزَاكَ اللَّهُ خَيْراً، وَرَزَقَكَ اللَّهُ مِثْلَهُ، وَأَجْزَلَ ثَوَابَكَ
Dua for newborn baby in English: Bārakallahu laka wa bāraka `alayk, wa jazākallāhu khayra, wa razaqakallāhu mithlah, wa ajzala thawābak
Its reply: Bārakallāhu laka wa bāraka ‘alayka, wa jazākallāhu khayran, wa razaqakallāhu mithlahu, wa ajzala thawābaka.
Dua for newborn English translation: May Allah bless for you what has been given to you, and may you be grateful to the Giver, and may the child reach maturity, and may you be granted his righteousness.
Reply translation: May Allah bless you and bless upon you, and may Allah reward you with goodness, and grant you something similar, and increase your reward.
Explanation: This newborn baby dua can be extracted from Hisn al-Muslim 145. Anyone, including parents, grandparents, and relatives, can offer the dua to a newborn baby. This supplication is for both the new parents and the newborn.
In this supplication, you ask Allah’s blessings for the new parents. Let them be grateful to you. Here is the best dua for thanking Allah. Further, you pray for the long life of the newborn baby and ask Allah to make them good Muslims by granting righteousness.
Dua for newborn baby protection & safety
For the protection of a newborn baby, you can recite Ayat al Kursi with Surah Al-Falaq and An-Nas. Here is the best dua for protection.
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ مُنْكَرَاتِ الأَخْلاَقِ وَالأَعْمَالِ وَالأَهْوَاءِ
Dua for protection from Evil English transliteration: Allahumma inni a’oodhu bika min munkarati al-akhlaaqi wal-a’maali wal-ahwaa’i.
English translation: O Allah, I seek refuge in You from evil character, evil actions, and evil desires
Hadith: Ziyad bin `Ilaqah narrated from his uncle that he said: “[The Prophet (PBUH)] used to say: ‘O Allah, I seek refuge in You from evil character, evil actions, and evil desires (Allāhumma innī a`ūdhu bika min munkarātil-akhlāqi wal-a`māli wal-ahwā’).’” —Jami` at-Tirmidhi 3591
Explanation: In this Hadith, the Prophet (PBUH) seeks protection from the inner evils that reside within us, challenging our faith and Islamic teachings. We constantly battle against these inner struggles, but it’s impossible to eliminate them entirely. For this reason, the Prophet (PBUH) encouraged us to recite this dua, asking Allah for refuge and protection from these inner evils.
Dua for newborn baby’s health
Here is the best solution you can make for a newborn’s good health: We have compiled a guide on dua for good health, dua for a sick person, and dua for healing.
اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ النَّاسِ أَذْهِبِ الْبَأْسَ وَاشْفِ أَنْتَ الشَّافِي لَا شِفَاءَ إِلَّا شِفَاؤُكَ شِفَاءٌ لَا يُغَادِرُ سَقَمَا
Dua for newborn baby’s health in English: Adhhibil-bas, Rabban-nas, washfi Antash-Shafi, la shifa’a illa shifa’uka shifa’an la yughadiru saqama.
Translation: Lord of the people. Remove the disease, cure him, for Thou art the great Curer, there is no cure but through Thine healing Power, which leaves nothing of the disease.
Hadith: ‘A’isha reported Allah’s Messenger (PBUH) as saying: When Allah’s Messenger (ﷺ) visited the sick he would say: Lord of the people. Remove the disease, cure him, for Thou art the great Curer, there is no cure but through Thine healing Power, which leaves nothing of the disease. —Sahih Muslim Book 26, Hadith 5434
What are the benefits of reciting Dua For a Newborn Baby?
The benefits of reciting a dua for a newborn baby are numerous, both spiritually and practically. Here are some key advantages:
- Seeking Allah’s Protection: A dua can offer divine protection from harm, evil eye, and unseen dangers that may affect the baby. Here is a complete guide on dua for pregnancy protection.
- Blessings for Health and Growth: By making dua, parents can ask Allah for the newborn’s physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, ensuring a healthy and righteous upbringing. Here are the best dua for family members.
- Guidance for a Righteous Life: The supplication often includes a request for the child to grow up with strong faith, good character, and obedience to Allah’s commandments. You can recite the 3rd Kalam and blow air on your child.
- Strengthening Parent-Child Bond: Praying for the child fosters a spiritual connection between the parents and the baby, laying the foundation for a nurturing relationship.
- Gratitude to Allah: Reciting a dua for a newborn is a way for parents to express gratitude to Allah for the blessing of a child and acknowledge His mercy and kindness. We should thank Allah and show gratitude for everything we have. Additionally, we should recite the dua for patience and dua for ease if struck with difficulties.
- Prayers for Future Success: Parents can use the dua to ask Allah for the child’s success in this life and the Hereafter, ensuring that the baby is raised with purpose and righteousness. Here is a guide on the best dua for success that you can recite for your kid.
Wrap Up
So far, we have discussed the best dua for newborn babies, which you can memorize and recite to them. We have also included the supplication to congratulate the parents of newborn babies and its reply.
We hope you will find this guide useful and share it with other Muslims. Allahumma Barik, if you are here after having a baby.
FAQs
What is the dua for newborn baby in Arabic?
اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْهُ مِنَ الصَّالِحِينَ المُصْلِحِينَ البَارِّينَ بِوَالِدَيْهِمْ
OR
بَارَكَ اللَّهُ لَكَ فِي الْمَوْهُوبِ لَكَ، وَشَكَرْتَ الْوَاهِبَ، وَبَلَغَ أَشُدَّهُ، وَرُزِقْتَ بِرَّهُ
What is the newborn dua in English?
Here is the Islamic newborn dua in English transliteration.
1- Allahumma aj‘alhu minas-saliheen al-musliheen al-barreena bi-walidayhim.
2- Bārakallahu laka wa bāraka `alayk, wa jazākallāhu khayra, wa razaqakallāhu mithlah, wa ajzala thawābak.
What should you say when seeing a beautiful child for the first time?
If you see a beautiful newborn, say Mashallah and Subhanallah to invoke Allah’s blessings and mercy.
Is there a separate dua for newborn boys?
Islam does not have a separate dua for newborn girls or boys. You can recite any of the above-mentioned supplications for newborns for both.
What else should you know?
Here is a list of a few powerful dua you should know.
