Wasila
Wasila is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “A means of nearness”.
| Meaning | A means of nearness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | وسيلة |
| Pronunciation | wah-SEE-lah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Algeria, Tunisia, Pakistan, India |
Meaning and origin of Wasila
Wasila is a widely used spelling of the Arabic wasila, a way of reaching or coming close. In Islam it describes seeking closeness to God. Al-Wasila is also the exalted rank in Paradise that Muslims pray will be given to the Prophet ﷺ, in the words recited after the call to prayer. Algerian and Tunisian families usually write the name Wassila.
Is Wasila a Muslim name?
Wasila is an Arabic girl's name with a Quranic meaning, from the call to 'seek the means (al-wasīla) of nearness to Him' (Quran 5:35).
How popular is Wasila?
It is heard in South Asia and in North Africa, above all in Tunisia and Algeria.
Gifts with the name Wasila
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Spellings and variants of Wasila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wasila mean?
Wasila means 'A means of nearness'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Wasila a Muslim name?
Wasila is an Arabic girl's name with a Quranic meaning, from the call to 'seek the means (al-wasīla) of nearness to Him' (Quran 5:35).
How do you pronounce Wasila?
Wasila is pronounced wah-SEE-lah.
Is Wasila a boy or girl name?
Wasila is usually a girl name.