Hilali
Hilali is a Muslim boy name meaning “Of the crescent moon; of Banu Hilal”.
| Meaning | Of the crescent moon; of Banu Hilal |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | هلالي |
| Pronunciation | hee-LAH-lee |
| Arabic root | ه ل ل (h-l-l) — to appear, to shine (of the new moon) |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hilali
Hilali is a nisba, an adjective of relation, formed from Hilāl. It can mean 'crescent-like' or 'belonging to the Banū Hilāl', the Arabian tribe whose migration into North Africa inspired the Sīrat Banī Hilāl epic. It is mostly found as a family name, for example that of Muhammad Taqi-ud-Din al-Hilali, co-translator of a widely used English Quran, and is occasionally used as a given name.
Is Hilali a Muslim name?
Yes. Hilali is an Arabic name connected to Hilal, the crescent moon. It is more often a surname than a first name.
Where is the name Hilali used?
Mainly a surname in Egypt, North Africa and Arabia; rarer as a first name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hilali mean?
Hilali means 'Of the crescent moon; of Banu Hilal'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hilali a Muslim name?
Yes. Hilali is an Arabic name connected to Hilal, the crescent moon. It is more often a surname than a first name.
How do you write Hilali in Arabic?
Hilali is written هلالي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hilali?
Hilali is pronounced hee-LAH-lee.