Maqbool
Maqbool is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, Urdu usage origin, meaning “Accepted and well liked”.
| Meaning | Accepted and well liked |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Urdu usage |
| Written as | مقبول |
| Pronunciation | maq-BOOL |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh |
Meaning and origin of Maqbool
Maqbool, from the Arabic Maqbūl, means accepted, both by God and by the people around a person. Its root, q-b-l, means to accept or receive. Muslims hear the word in the blessing ḥajj mabrūr wa saʿy maqbūl, said to returning pilgrims, and the celebrated Indian painter Maqbool Fida Husain carried it as his first name. Across South Asia it is still a familiar choice for boys.
Is Maqbool a Muslim name?
Pakistani and Indian Muslims often choose Maqbool for its hopeful Arabic meaning of being accepted.
How popular is Maqbool?
Common in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh.
Gifts with the name Maqbool
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Spellings and variants of Maqbool
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Maqbool mean?
Maqbool means 'Accepted and well liked'. It is of Arabic, Urdu usage origin.
Is Maqbool a Muslim name?
Pakistani and Indian Muslims often choose Maqbool for its hopeful Arabic meaning of being accepted.
How do you pronounce Maqbool?
Maqbool is pronounced maq-BOOL.
Is Maqbool a boy or girl name?
Maqbool is usually a boy name.