نبيل

Nabil

boyArabic

Nabil is a Muslim boy name meaning “Noble, honourable, magnanimous”.

MeaningNoble, honourable, magnanimous
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingنبيل
Pronunciationnah-BEEL
Arabic rootن ب ل (n-b-l) — to be noble
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Nabil

Nabil is the Arabic name Nabīl, 'noble', describing a person of fine character, generosity and dignity. It is one of the most common Arabic boys' names in Egypt, North Africa and the Levant, and is used by Muslims and Arab Christians alike. Nabeel is the usual spelling in South Asia.

Is Nabil a Muslim name?

Yes. Nabil is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble.

Where is the name Nabil used?

Very common in Egypt, the Maghreb, the Levant and Bangladesh.

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Spellings and variants of Nabil

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Nabil mean?

Nabil means 'Noble, honourable, magnanimous'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Nabil a Muslim name?

Yes. Nabil is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning noble.

How do you write Nabil in Arabic?

Nabil is written نبيل in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Nabil?

Nabil is pronounced nah-BEEL.

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