Galal
Galal is a Muslim boy name meaning “Majesty, glory, greatness”.
| Meaning | Majesty, glory, greatness |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Egyptian form |
| Arabic spelling | جلال |
| Pronunciation | ga-LAAL |
| Arabic root | ج ل ل (j-l-l) — to be great, majestic |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Galal
Galal is the Egyptian pronunciation of Jalal (Jalāl), meaning majesty or glory. Jalāl is one of the attributes of God, as in the phrase Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram, Lord of Majesty and Honour. The best-known historical bearer of the name in its Persian setting is Jalal al-Din Rumi; in Egypt the scholar Jalal al-Din al-Suyuti carried it.
Is Galal a Muslim name?
Yes. Galal (Jalal) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning majesty.
Is Galal in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'And there will remain the Face of your Lord, Owner of Majesty and Honour' (Quran 55:27).
Where is the name Galal used?
Common in Egypt; Jalal is used across the Arab world, Iran and South Asia.
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Spellings and variants of Galal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Galal mean?
Galal means 'Majesty, glory, greatness'. It comes from Arabic, Egyptian form.
Is Galal a Muslim name?
Yes. Galal (Jalal) is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning majesty.
How do you write Galal in Arabic?
Galal is written جلال in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Galal?
Galal is pronounced ga-LAAL.
Is Galal mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'And there will remain the Face of your Lord, Owner of Majesty and Honour' (Quran 55:27).