Istahil
Istahil is a Muslim girl name meaning “Worthy, deserving”.
| Meaning | Worthy, deserving |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali, from Arabic |
| Pronunciation | is-TAH-hil |
| Arabic root | أ ه ل (ʾ-h-l) — to be fit, worthy |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Istahil
Istahil (Istaahil) is a Somali girls' name from the Somali verb istaahil, 'to deserve, to be worthy of', which was borrowed from the Arabic istaʾhala. As a name it expresses the hope that the girl will be worthy of honour and good things. It is a distinctly Somali name and is rarely found outside the Somali-speaking world.
Is Istahil a Muslim name?
Yes. Istahil is a name used by Muslim Somali families. It comes from an Arabic-derived word meaning 'worthy, deserving'.
Where is the name Istahil used?
Found mainly among Somalis in Somalia, Somaliland, Djibouti and the diaspora.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Istahil mean?
Istahil means 'Worthy, deserving'. It comes from Somali, from Arabic.
Is Istahil a Muslim name?
Yes. Istahil is a name used by Muslim Somali families. It comes from an Arabic-derived word meaning 'worthy, deserving'.
How do you pronounce Istahil?
Istahil is pronounced is-TAH-hil.