ارسل

Arsal

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Arsal is a Muslim boy name of Urdu, from Arabic origin, meaning “Sent one, messenger”.

MeaningSent one, messenger
GenderBoy
OriginUrdu, from Arabic
Written asارسل
PronunciationAR-sul
TraditionMuslim
Used inPakistan

Meaning and origin of Arsal

Arsal is a fairly recent name from South Asia, and families usually take it to mean 'sent' or 'messenger'. That reading ties it to the Arabic verb arsala, 'he sent', which grows from the root r-s-l, the same source as rasūl, the word for a messenger. It is best seen as a popular modern explanation rather than a name with a long classical pedigree. Separately, a Lebanese town carries the name Arsal, though it is written with different Arabic letters.

Is Arsal a Muslim name?

Muslim families in Pakistan choose Arsal for its Arabic roots, even though it is a modern coinage. The root behind it runs all through the Quran, for example in 'It is He who sent (arsala) His Messenger with guidance' (Quran 61:9).

How popular is Arsal?

You will meet Arsal mostly in Pakistan.

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Spellings and variants of Arsal

Arsalan

Names similar to Arsal

ArsalanRasulMursalBashir

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Arsal mean?

Arsal means 'Sent one, messenger'. It is of Urdu, from Arabic origin.

Is Arsal a Muslim name?

Muslim families in Pakistan choose Arsal for its Arabic roots, even though it is a modern coinage. The root behind it runs all through the Quran, for example in 'It is He who sent (arsala) His Messenger with guidance' (Quran 61:9).

How do you pronounce Arsal?

Arsal is pronounced AR-sul.

Is Arsal a boy or girl name?

Arsal is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.