Jamal
Jamal is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Beauty, grace”.
| Meaning | Beauty, grace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | جمال |
| Pronunciation | ja-MAAL |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Jamal
Beauty in Arabic is jamāl, and the word covers both a pleasing appearance and a lovely character. Sufi writers often set God's jamāl, His beauty, alongside His jalāl, His majesty. The name stands on its own and also forms titles like Jamāl al-Dīn, 'beauty of the faith', held by many scholars. The reformer Jamāl al-Dīn al-Afghānī is one famous example.
Is Jamal a Muslim name?
Jamal is one of the most widely used Muslim names. The word jamāl appears in 'And for you there is beauty in them' (Quran 16:6).
How popular is Jamal?
Every Muslim region knows it, from Cemal in Turkey to Djamel in Algeria.
Gifts with the name Jamal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jamal mean?
Jamal means 'Beauty, grace'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Jamal a Muslim name?
Jamal is one of the most widely used Muslim names. The word jamāl appears in 'And for you there is beauty in them' (Quran 16:6).
How do you pronounce Jamal?
Jamal is pronounced ja-MAAL.
Is Jamal a boy or girl name?
Jamal is usually a boy name.