Aqeel
Aqeel is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Wise, intelligent, sensible”.
| Meaning | Wise, intelligent, sensible |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عقيل |
| Pronunciation | ah-QEEL |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Iraq, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Aqeel
Aqeel describes someone wise and sensible, and it grows from the root of ʿaql, the Arabic word for reason. Its most notable bearer is ʿAqīl ibn Abī Ṭālib, a brother of ʿAlī and so a cousin of the Prophet ﷺ, who was renowned for knowing the family lines of the Arabs. His son, Muslim ibn ʿAqīl, served as Imam Ḥusayn's envoy to Kufa. The name remains well loved in South Asia, Iraq and the Gulf.
Is Aqeel a Muslim name?
Aqeel carries the memory of ʿAqīl ibn Abī Ṭālib, cousin of the Prophet ﷺ. Its root runs through the Quran's calls to reflect: 'Will you not then use reason?' (Quran 2:44).
How popular is Aqeel?
Aqeel is common in Pakistan, India, Iraq and the Gulf.
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Spellings and variants of Aqeel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Aqeel mean?
Aqeel means 'Wise, intelligent, sensible'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Aqeel a Muslim name?
Aqeel carries the memory of ʿAqīl ibn Abī Ṭālib, cousin of the Prophet ﷺ. Its root runs through the Quran's calls to reflect: 'Will you not then use reason?' (Quran 2:44).
How do you pronounce Aqeel?
Aqeel is pronounced ah-QEEL.
Is Aqeel a boy or girl name?
Aqeel is usually a boy name.