Daleela
Daleela is a Muslim girl name meaning “Guide, one who shows the way”.
| Meaning | Guide, one who shows the way |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | دليلة |
| Pronunciation | da-LEE-lah |
| Arabic root | د ل ل (d-l-l) — to guide, to point to |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Daleela
Daleela is the feminine form of dalīl, the Arabic word for a guide or a proof. It describes someone who leads others in the right direction. The same spelling as Dalila is also the Arabic form of the biblical Delilah, but Arab families who choose Daleela usually do so for its Arabic meaning of guidance.
Is Daleela a Muslim name?
Yes. Daleela is an Arabic feminine name meaning a guide, and it is used by Muslim families. Its meaning comes from the same root as dalīl, evidence or guide.
Is Daleela in the Quran?
The masculine word dalīl appears in the Quran: 'Then We made the sun a guide (dalīl) to it' (Quran 25:45).
Where is the name Daleela used?
Used in the Arab world, including the Maghreb and the Levant, and in the diaspora.
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Spellings and variants of Daleela
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Daleela mean?
Daleela means 'Guide, one who shows the way'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Daleela a Muslim name?
Yes. Daleela is an Arabic feminine name meaning a guide, and it is used by Muslim families. Its meaning comes from the same root as dalīl, evidence or guide.
How do you write Daleela in Arabic?
Daleela is written دليلة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Daleela?
Daleela is pronounced da-LEE-lah.
Is Daleela mentioned in the Quran?
The masculine word dalīl appears in the Quran: 'Then We made the sun a guide (dalīl) to it' (Quran 25:45).