Meshaal
Meshaal is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Torch, a guiding light”.
| Meaning | Torch, a guiding light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | مشعل |
| Pronunciation | MESH-ʿaal |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Meshaal
Meshaal is the way Gulf families often write Mishʿal, a torch, from the root sh-ʿ-l, to kindle or blaze. The name suggests a person who brings light to others and shows them the way. It is a classic name for boys in the Gulf. Among its famous bearers are several Saudi princes and Kuwait's emir, Sheikh Mishal al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah, who wrote it in the shorter form.
Is Meshaal a Muslim name?
Gulf Muslims give Meshaal very often, valuing its Arabic meaning of a torch.
How popular is Meshaal?
Very common in Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Gifts with the name Meshaal
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Spellings and variants of Meshaal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Meshaal mean?
Meshaal means 'Torch, a guiding light'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Meshaal a Muslim name?
Gulf Muslims give Meshaal very often, valuing its Arabic meaning of a torch.
How do you pronounce Meshaal?
Meshaal is pronounced MESH-ʿaal.
Is Meshaal a boy or girl name?
Meshaal is usually a boy name.