Kahlil
Kahlil is a Muslim boy name meaning “Close friend”.
| Meaning | Close friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, Anglicised spelling |
| Arabic spelling | خليل |
| Pronunciation | kah-LEEL |
| Arabic root | خ ل ل (kh-l-l) — intimate friendship |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Kahlil
Kahlil is an Anglicised spelling of Khalīl, close friend, made famous by the Lebanese-American writer Kahlil Gibran, whose name was misspelled at school in Boston. It is used in North America by Muslim and non-Muslim families alike.
Is Kahlil a Muslim name?
Yes. Kahlil is a form of Khalil, a Muslim name meaning close friend, linked to Ibrahim's title Khalil Allah.
Where is the name Kahlil used?
Mostly used in the United States and Canada.
Gifts with the name Kahlil
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Spellings and variants of Kahlil
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kahlil mean?
Kahlil means 'Close friend'. It comes from Arabic, Anglicised spelling.
Is Kahlil a Muslim name?
Yes. Kahlil is a form of Khalil, a Muslim name meaning close friend, linked to Ibrahim's title Khalil Allah.
How do you write Kahlil in Arabic?
Kahlil is written خليل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Kahlil?
Kahlil is pronounced kah-LEEL.