منال

Manal

girlArabic

Manal is a Muslim girl name meaning “Attainment, achievement, wish fulfilled”.

MeaningAttainment, achievement, wish fulfilled
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingمنال
Pronunciationmah-NAAL
Arabic rootن ي ل (n-y-l) — to obtain, to attain
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Manal

Manal (Manāl) means something attained or a goal reached. It comes from the verb nāla, 'to obtain', and carries the sense of a hope that has been fulfilled. It has been a steady favourite for girls in Egypt, the Levant and North Africa since the mid-twentieth century.

Is Manal a Muslim name?

Yes. Manal is an Arabic Muslim name meaning attainment and achievement.

Where is the name Manal used?

Common throughout the Arab world and in Pakistan.

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Spellings and variants of Manal

ManaalMenal

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Manal mean?

Manal means 'Attainment, achievement, wish fulfilled'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Manal a Muslim name?

Yes. Manal is an Arabic Muslim name meaning attainment and achievement.

How do you write Manal in Arabic?

Manal is written منال in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Manal?

Manal is pronounced mah-NAAL.

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