Ghazala
Ghazala is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Female gazelle”.
| Meaning | Female gazelle |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | غزالة |
| Pronunciation | gha-ZAH-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Ghazala
Ghazala is the feminine form of ghazal, the gazelle. In Arabic it was also a poetic name for the rising sun, which gives it a bright, hopeful feel. Poets writing in Arabic and Urdu used the gazelle as a symbol of elegance and of wide, lovely eyes. Pakistani and Indian families have loved the name for several decades, and there it is usually pronounced ga-ZAA-la.
Is Ghazala a Muslim name?
Ghazala is a favourite Arabic name for Muslim girls, particularly in South Asia.
How popular is Ghazala?
Ghazala is very common in Pakistan and India and is also found in the Arab world.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ghazala mean?
Ghazala means 'Female gazelle'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Ghazala a Muslim name?
Ghazala is a favourite Arabic name for Muslim girls, particularly in South Asia.
How do you pronounce Ghazala?
Ghazala is pronounced gha-ZAH-lah.
Is Ghazala a boy or girl name?
Ghazala is usually a girl name.