Jalila
Jalila is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Great, exalted, honoured”.
| Meaning | Great, exalted, honoured |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | جليلة |
| Pronunciation | ja-LEE-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States, North Africa, Levant |
Meaning and origin of Jalila
A woman of dignity and high standing is what Jalīla describes, the feminine of Jalīl. The root is about greatness and majesty. The name is ancient, already found in Arabia before Islam, and it is still chosen today, particularly in the Gulf and the Maghreb. One modern bearer, a young princess of Dubai's ruling family, has lent her name to a medical charity and a children's hospital in the emirate.
Is Jalila a Muslim name?
Jalila, the feminine of Jalil, is a time-honoured Arabic name that Muslim families in the Gulf, North Africa and the Levant still favour.
How popular is Jalila?
Gulf, North African and Levantine families all use it.
Gifts with the name Jalila
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- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Jalila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jalila mean?
Jalila means 'Great, exalted, honoured'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Jalila a Muslim name?
Jalila, the feminine of Jalil, is a time-honoured Arabic name that Muslim families in the Gulf, North Africa and the Levant still favour.
How do you pronounce Jalila?
Jalila is pronounced ja-LEE-lah.
Is Jalila a boy or girl name?
Jalila is usually a girl name.