Khaleel
Khaleel is a Muslim boy name meaning “Close friend, intimate friend”.
| Meaning | Close friend, intimate friend |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | خليل |
| Pronunciation | kha-LEEL |
| Arabic root | خ ل ل (kh-l-l) — to be intimate, a close bond |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Khaleel
Khaleel is a spelling of Khalīl, 'intimate friend', with the long ī written as 'ee'. The name is honoured because the Quran calls Ibrahim (Abraham) the khalīl of God, and he is known as Ibrāhīm al-Khalīl; the city of Hebron is called al-Khalil after him. This spelling is common in South Asia and among English-speaking Muslims.
Is Khaleel a Muslim name?
Yes. Khaleel is a form of Khalil, a Muslim name recalling the Prophet Ibrahim's title Khalil Allah, 'the friend of God'.
Is Khaleel in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'And Allah took Ibrahim as an intimate friend (khalīl)' (Quran 4:125).
Where is the name Khaleel used?
A common spelling in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and among Muslims in the West.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Khaleel mean?
Khaleel means 'Close friend, intimate friend'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Khaleel a Muslim name?
Yes. Khaleel is a form of Khalil, a Muslim name recalling the Prophet Ibrahim's title Khalil Allah, 'the friend of God'.
How do you write Khaleel in Arabic?
Khaleel is written خليل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Khaleel?
Khaleel is pronounced kha-LEEL.
Is Khaleel mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in the Quran: 'And Allah took Ibrahim as an intimate friend (khalīl)' (Quran 4:125).