جليلة

Jalilah

girlArabic

Jalilah is a Muslim girl name meaning “Great, eminent, exalted”.

MeaningGreat, eminent, exalted
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingجليلة
Pronunciationja-LEE-lah
Arabic rootج 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

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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.

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