عاقلة

Aqila

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Aqila is a Muslim girl name meaning “Intelligent, sensible woman”.

MeaningIntelligent, sensible woman
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingعاقلة
PronunciationAA-qi-lah
Arabic rootع ق ل (ʿ-q-l) — intellect, reason
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Aqila

Aqila is usually ʿĀqila, the feminine of ʿĀqil, meaning an intelligent, sensible woman. A similar-looking name, ʿAqīla, means a noble, distinguished woman. Both come from the root of ʿaql, reason, and both are used in Pakistan, Afghanistan and the Arab world.

Is Aqila a Muslim name?

Yes. Aqila is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning intelligent or noble woman.

Where is the name Aqila used?

Used in Pakistan, Afghanistan and the Arab world.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Aqila mean?

Aqila means 'Intelligent, sensible woman'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Aqila a Muslim name?

Yes. Aqila is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning intelligent or noble woman.

How do you write Aqila in Arabic?

Aqila is written عاقلة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Aqila?

Aqila is pronounced AA-qi-lah.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.