Suhaila
Suhaila is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Gentle, bright star”.
| Meaning | Gentle, bright star |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | سهيلة |
| Pronunciation | soo-HAY-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Suhaila
Suhaila is the feminine form of Suhail, the Arabic name of the star Canopus. Through its root, s-h-l, the name also carries the ideas of ease and smoothness, so it joins brightness with a gentle character. Families in Pakistan, India and Malaysia often use this exact spelling, whereas Egyptian and Iranian parents usually prefer to write Soheila. It is a graceful, starry name for a daughter.
Is Suhaila a Muslim name?
Suhaila, the feminine of Suhail, is an Arabic name that Muslim families give to girls.
How popular is Suhaila?
It is used widely in South and Southeast Asia and in Egypt.
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Spellings and variants of Suhaila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Suhaila mean?
Suhaila means 'Gentle, bright star'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Suhaila a Muslim name?
Suhaila, the feminine of Suhail, is an Arabic name that Muslim families give to girls.
How do you pronounce Suhaila?
Suhaila is pronounced soo-HAY-lah.
Is Suhaila a boy or girl name?
Suhaila is usually a girl name.