جليل

Jaleel

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Jaleel is a Muslim boy name meaning “Great, majestic, exalted”.

MeaningGreat, majestic, exalted
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingجليل
Pronunciationja-LEEL
Arabic rootج ل ل (j-l-l) — to be great, majestic
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Jaleel

Jaleel is a common English spelling of Jalīl, meaning great, majestic or sublime. Al-Jalīl is counted among the ninety-nine Names of God in the well-known list, which is why Abdul Jaleel ('servant of the Majestic') is a frequent full form. Jaleel by itself is popular in South Asia and among African-American Muslims.

Is Jaleel a Muslim name?

Yes. Jaleel is a Muslim name of Arabic origin linked to the divine name al-Jalil.

Where is the name Jaleel used?

Popular in Pakistan and India and among Muslims in the West.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Jaleel mean?

Jaleel means 'Great, majestic, exalted'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Jaleel a Muslim name?

Yes. Jaleel is a Muslim name of Arabic origin linked to the divine name al-Jalil.

How do you write Jaleel in Arabic?

Jaleel is written جليل in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Jaleel?

Jaleel is pronounced ja-LEEL.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.