Jamal
Jamal is a Muslim boy name meaning “Beauty, grace”.
| Meaning | Beauty, grace |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | جمال |
| Pronunciation | ja-MAAL |
| Arabic root | ج م ل (j-m-l) — to be beautiful |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Jamal
Jamāl is the Arabic noun for beauty, covering both outward good looks and beauty of character. In Sufi writing God's jamāl (beauty) is paired with His jalāl (majesty). It is a stand-alone name and part of titles such as Jamāl al-Dīn, carried by many scholars, including the reformer Jamāl al-Dīn al-Afghānī.
Is Jamal a Muslim name?
Yes. Jamal is a widely used Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning beauty.
Is Jamal in the Quran?
The word jamāl appears in 'And for you there is beauty in them' (Quran 16:6).
Where is the name Jamal used?
Common everywhere in the Muslim world; Cemal in Turkey and Djamel in Algeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jamal mean?
Jamal means 'Beauty, grace'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Jamal a Muslim name?
Yes. Jamal is a widely used Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning beauty.
How do you write Jamal in Arabic?
Jamal is written جمال in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Jamal?
Jamal is pronounced ja-MAAL.
Is Jamal mentioned in the Quran?
The word jamāl appears in 'And for you there is beauty in them' (Quran 16:6).