Iqbal
Iqbal is a Muslim boy name meaning “Good fortune, prosperity, success”.
| Meaning | Good fortune, prosperity, success |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, popular in Urdu and Persian |
| Arabic spelling | إقبال |
| Pronunciation | ik-BAHL |
| Arabic root | ق ب ل (q-b-l) — to face, to come forward, to accept |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Iqbal
Iqbal comes from the Arabic iqbāl, literally 'coming forward' or 'turning towards', which in Persian and Urdu came to mean good fortune and prosperity. It is strongly associated with Allama Muhammad Iqbal (1877–1938), the poet-philosopher of the subcontinent, whose fame made the name widespread in Pakistan and India. In Arab countries it is more often a girl's name.
Is Iqbal a Muslim name?
Yes. Iqbal is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning good fortune. It is widely used by Muslims in South Asia, famously by the poet Allama Iqbal.
Where is the name Iqbal used?
Very common as a boy's name and surname in Pakistan, India and Bangladesh; in Arab countries it is used mostly for girls.
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Spellings and variants of Iqbal
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iqbal mean?
Iqbal means 'Good fortune, prosperity, success'. It comes from Arabic, popular in Urdu and Persian.
Is Iqbal a Muslim name?
Yes. Iqbal is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning good fortune. It is widely used by Muslims in South Asia, famously by the poet Allama Iqbal.
How do you write Iqbal in Arabic?
Iqbal is written إقبال in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Iqbal?
Iqbal is pronounced ik-BAHL.