Asil
Asil is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Noble, genuine, of pure origin”.
| Meaning | Noble, genuine, of pure origin |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | أصيل |
| Pronunciation | ah-SEEL |
| Arabic root | أ ص ل (ʾ-ṣ-l) — root, origin |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Asil
Asil is the Arabic aṣīl, an adjective from the root ʾ-ṣ-l, whose basic noun aṣl means root, origin or foundation. Something aṣīl is firmly rooted and authentic: a person of noble lineage and sound character, a genuine idea, or a well-bred Arabian horse, for which the word is still commonly used. The name therefore conveys nobility, integrity and authenticity together, and parents often explain it as 'noble', 'genuine' or 'of good origin'.
In Arabic the name is written أصيل and pronounced ah-SEEL with a long second vowel, which is why many Arab and South Asian families spell it Aseel. The shorter spelling Asil is usual in Turkey, where it is also an everyday adjective meaning noble or well-bred, and in parts of North Africa and the Balkans. The name is used for both boys and girls; when a clearly feminine form is wanted, families choose Asila or Aseela, which in Indonesia appears as Ashila.
Is Asil a Muslim name?
Yes. Asil is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble and genuine.
Where is the name Asil used?
Used in Turkey, the Arab world and the Balkans.
Gifts with the name Asil
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Spellings and variants of Asil
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Asil mean?
Asil means 'Noble, genuine, of pure origin'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Asil a Muslim name?
Yes. Asil is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble and genuine.
How do you write Asil in Arabic?
Asil is written أصيل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Asil?
Asil is pronounced ah-SEEL.
Is Asil a boy or girl name?
Asil is used for both boys and girls. The feminine form Asila (Aseela) is also common.
Is Asil the same as Aseel?
Yes. Asil and Aseel are two spellings of the same Arabic name meaning noble and genuine.