خوشحال

Khushal

boyPersian / Pashto

Khushal is a Muslim boy name meaning “Happy, prosperous”.

MeaningHappy, prosperous
GenderBoy
OriginPersian / Pashto
Arabic spellingخوشحال
Pronunciationkhoo-SHAAL
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Khushal

Khushal comes from Persian khushḥāl, 'in a good state', meaning happy and prosperous. It is a revered name among Pashtuns because of Khushal Khan Khattak (1613–1689), the warrior-poet considered the national poet of the Pashto language. Afghan and Pakistani Pashtun families often choose it in his honour.

Is Khushal a Muslim name?

Khushal is a Persian-derived name used by Muslim Pashtun families in Afghanistan and Pakistan, especially in honour of the poet Khushal Khan Khattak.

Where is the name Khushal used?

Common among Pashtuns in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

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Spellings and variants of Khushal

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Khushal mean?

Khushal means 'Happy, prosperous'. It comes from Persian / Pashto.

Is Khushal a Muslim name?

Khushal is a Persian-derived name used by Muslim Pashtun families in Afghanistan and Pakistan, especially in honour of the poet Khushal Khan Khattak.

How do you write Khushal in Arabic?

Khushal is written خوشحال in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Khushal?

Khushal is pronounced khoo-SHAAL.

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