Afzal
Afzal is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Best, most excellent, superior”.
| Meaning | Best, most excellent, superior |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | أفضل |
| Pronunciation | AF-zal |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Afghanistan, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Afzal
Excellence, merit and favour are the ideas behind the root f-d-l, which also gives fadl, the grace of God. The Arabic afdal means better or best, and Afzal is how it sounds in Urdu and Persian, where the Arabic letter dad is said like a z. The name is widely used in Afghanistan, Pakistan and India, often in combinations such as Muhammad Afzal or Afzal Khan.
Is Afzal a Muslim name?
Meaning most excellent, it is a familiar Muslim name with an Arabic root.
How popular is Afzal?
Bangladesh, Afghanistan, India and Pakistan all have many men with this name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Afzal mean?
Afzal means 'Best, most excellent, superior'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Afzal a Muslim name?
Meaning most excellent, it is a familiar Muslim name with an Arabic root.
How do you pronounce Afzal?
Afzal is pronounced AF-zal.
Is Afzal a boy or girl name?
Afzal is usually a boy name.