Khaleel
Khaleel is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Close, intimate friend”.
| Meaning | Close, intimate friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | خليل |
| Pronunciation | kha-LEEL |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Khaleel
Writing the long ī as 'ee' turns Khalīl, an intimate friend, into Khaleel. Its root kh-l-l describes a close and personal bond. The name is honoured because the Quran describes the Prophet Ibrahim, or Abraham, as God's khalīl, which is why Muslims call him Ibrāhīm al-Khalīl. Hebron even carries the Arabic name al-Khalil because of him, and this spelling is popular in South Asia and with English-speaking Muslims.
Is Khaleel a Muslim name?
It recalls Ibrahim's title, friend of God, and the Quran says: 'And Allah took Ibrahim as an intimate friend (khalīl)' (Quran 4:125).
How popular is Khaleel?
It is a common spelling in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and among Muslims in the West.
Gifts with the name Khaleel
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Spellings and variants of Khaleel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khaleel mean?
Khaleel means 'Close, intimate friend'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Khaleel a Muslim name?
It recalls Ibrahim's title, friend of God, and the Quran says: 'And Allah took Ibrahim as an intimate friend (khalīl)' (Quran 4:125).
How do you pronounce Khaleel?
Khaleel is pronounced kha-LEEL.
Is Khaleel a boy or girl name?
Khaleel is usually a boy name.