ارسل

Arsal

boyUrdu, from Arabic

Arsal is a Muslim boy name meaning “Usually explained as sent, messenger”.

MeaningUsually explained as sent, messenger
GenderBoy
OriginUrdu, from Arabic
Arabic spellingارسل
PronunciationAR-sul
Arabic rootر س ل (r-s-l) — to send
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Arsal

Arsal is a modern South Asian name, usually linked to the Arabic arsala, 'he sent', from the same root as rasūl (messenger). The meaning is a popular explanation rather than a classical name tradition. Arsal is also the name of a town in Lebanon, spelled differently in Arabic.

Is Arsal a Muslim name?

Arsal is used by Muslim families in Pakistan and is built from an Arabic root, though it is a modern rather than classical name.

Is Arsal in the Quran?

Its root is very common in the Quran, as in 'It is He who sent (arsala) His Messenger with guidance' (Quran 61:9).

Where is the name Arsal used?

Used mainly in Pakistan.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Arsal mean?

Arsal means 'Usually explained as sent, messenger'. It comes from Urdu, from Arabic.

Is Arsal a Muslim name?

Arsal is used by Muslim families in Pakistan and is built from an Arabic root, though it is a modern rather than classical name.

How do you write Arsal in Arabic?

Arsal is written ارسل in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Arsal?

Arsal is pronounced AR-sul.

Is Arsal mentioned in the Quran?

Its root is very common in the Quran, as in 'It is He who sent (arsala) His Messenger with guidance' (Quran 61:9).

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