Dalila
Dalila is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Guide, one who leads the way”.
| Meaning | Guide, one who leads the way |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | دليلة |
| Pronunciation | da-LEE-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | North Africa, Balkans, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Dalila
Dalila is the most widespread Latin spelling of the Arabic Dalīla, the feminine of dalīl, meaning guide. Its root is about showing the way. It is a favourite in North Africa, notably in Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia, and Bosnian Muslims use it widely as well. In form it matches the biblical Delilah, but Muslim parents read it through its Arabic sense of guiding and giving proof, which is the meaning they intend.
Is Dalila a Muslim name?
Dalila is chosen by Muslim families, particularly in North Africa and the Balkans. The masculine form is Quranic: 'Then We made the sun a guide (dalīl) to it' (Quran 25:45).
How popular is Dalila?
It is common in Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia and Bosnia.
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Spellings and variants of Dalila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dalila mean?
Dalila means 'Guide, one who leads the way'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Dalila a Muslim name?
Dalila is chosen by Muslim families, particularly in North Africa and the Balkans. The masculine form is Quranic: 'Then We made the sun a guide (dalīl) to it' (Quran 25:45).
How do you pronounce Dalila?
Dalila is pronounced da-LEE-lah.
Is Dalila a boy or girl name?
Dalila is usually a girl name.