Celal
Celal is a Muslim boy name meaning “Majesty, greatness, glory”.
| Meaning | Majesty, greatness, glory |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Turkish form |
| Arabic spelling | جلال |
| Pronunciation | jeh-LAHL |
| Arabic root | ج ل ل (j-l-l) — to be great, majestic |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Celal
Celal is the Turkish form of the Arabic Jalāl, majesty or grandeur. It is best known from Jalāl al-Dīn Rūmī, the poet whom Turks call Mevlana Celaleddin, and from compounds such as Celaleddin. In Turkey it was a common name throughout the twentieth century.
Is Celal a Muslim name?
Yes. Celal is the Turkish spelling of Jalal, an Arabic Muslim name meaning majesty.
Is Celal in the Quran?
The root appears in 'And there will remain the Face of your Lord, Owner of Majesty and Honour' (Quran 55:27).
Where is the name Celal used?
Used in Turkey and the Balkans; Jalal is the form elsewhere.
Gifts with the name Celal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Celal mean?
Celal means 'Majesty, greatness, glory'. It comes from Arabic, Turkish form.
Is Celal a Muslim name?
Yes. Celal is the Turkish spelling of Jalal, an Arabic Muslim name meaning majesty.
How do you write Celal in Arabic?
Celal is written جلال in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Celal?
Celal is pronounced jeh-LAHL.
Is Celal mentioned in the Quran?
The root appears in 'And there will remain the Face of your Lord, Owner of Majesty and Honour' (Quran 55:27).