Fadhili
Fadhili is a Muslim boy name meaning “Kindness, favour, generosity”.
| Meaning | Kindness, favour, generosity |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Swahili, from Arabic faḍl |
| Arabic spelling | فضل |
| Pronunciation | fah-DHEE-lee |
| Arabic root | ف ض ل (f-ḍ-l) — grace, excellence |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Fadhili
Fadhili is a Swahili word meaning 'kindness' or 'favour', taken from the Arabic faḍl or faḍīla, 'grace, virtue'. The dh reflects the Swahili sound for the Arabic ḍād. As a name it is given to boys, and it is closely related to Arabic names like Fadl and Fadil.
Is Fadhili a Muslim name?
Yes. Fadhili is a Muslim name used in East Africa, from the Arabic fadl, meaning 'kindness, grace'.
Is Fadhili in the Quran?
The root is common in the Quran: 'And Allah is the possessor of great bounty (al-faḍl al-ʿaẓīm)' (Quran 2:105).
Where is the name Fadhili used?
Used in Tanzania and Kenya.
Gifts with the name Fadhili
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Spellings and variants of Fadhili
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Fadhili mean?
Fadhili means 'Kindness, favour, generosity'. It comes from Swahili, from Arabic faḍl.
Is Fadhili a Muslim name?
Yes. Fadhili is a Muslim name used in East Africa, from the Arabic fadl, meaning 'kindness, grace'.
How do you write Fadhili in Arabic?
Fadhili is written فضل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Fadhili?
Fadhili is pronounced fah-DHEE-lee.
Is Fadhili mentioned in the Quran?
The root is common in the Quran: 'And Allah is the possessor of great bounty (al-faḍl al-ʿaẓīm)' (Quran 2:105).