جليلة
Jalilah
Jalilah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Great, eminent, exalted”.
| Meaning | Great, eminent, exalted |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جليلة |
| Pronunciation | ja-LEE-lah |
| Arabic root | ج ل ل (j-l-l) — to be great, majestic |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Jalilah
Jalilah is a spelling of Jalīla, the feminine of Jalīl, meaning eminent and honourable. The final h represents the feminine ending. It is a long-established name in the Arab world and East Africa.
Is Jalilah a Muslim name?
Yes. Jalilah is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning eminent.
Where is the name Jalilah used?
Used in the Gulf, East Africa and English-speaking Muslim communities.
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Spellings and variants of Jalilah
More girl names like Jalilah
Aala — Blessings, favours of GodAamaal — Hopes, aspirationsAamira — Prosperous, flourishing, full of lifeAatika — Pure, noble; fragrantAbeer — Fragrance, perfumeAbrar — The righteous, the piousAdeeba — Cultured, well-mannered, literary womanAfiyah — Wellbeing, good health, safetyAfnan — Branches of treesAfra — White tinged with earth colourAfraa — White with an earthy tintAfrah — Joys, celebrations, happinessAhd — Pledge, promise, covenantAhlaam — DreamsAhlam — Dreams, visionsAhoud — Pledges, promisesAidah — Returning; visitorAiman — Blessed, fortunate; on the right
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jalilah mean?
Jalilah means 'Great, eminent, exalted'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Jalilah a Muslim name?
Yes. Jalilah is a Muslim girl's name of Arabic origin meaning eminent.
How do you write Jalilah in Arabic?
Jalilah is written جليلة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jalilah?
Jalilah is pronounced ja-LEE-lah.