Daleel
Daleel is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Guide, proof”.
| Meaning | Guide, proof |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | دليل |
| Pronunciation | da-LEEL |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, Pakistan, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Daleel
Daleel, or dalīl, is the everyday Arabic word for a guide, and it also means proof or evidence. It comes from a root about guiding and pointing the way. In Islamic scholarship the term has a technical sense: the evidence from the Quran or Sunnah on which a ruling rests, which gives the word a scholarly tone. As a boys' name it expresses the hope that he will lead others toward what is right.
Is Daleel a Muslim name?
Muslim families value Daleel for its clearly good meaning, and the Quran uses the word in 'Then We made the sun a guide (dalīl) to it' (Quran 25:45).
How popular is Daleel?
It is used now and then in the Arab world and by Muslim families in Pakistan and India.
Gifts with the name Daleel
- Daleel name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Daleel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daleel mean?
Daleel means 'Guide, proof'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Daleel a Muslim name?
Muslim families value Daleel for its clearly good meaning, and the Quran uses the word in 'Then We made the sun a guide (dalīl) to it' (Quran 25:45).
How do you pronounce Daleel?
Daleel is pronounced da-LEEL.
Is Daleel a boy or girl name?
Daleel is usually a boy name.