Nehal
Nehal is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Young plant, sapling; (Urdu) delighted”.
| Meaning | Young plant, sapling; (Urdu) delighted |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Persian / Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نهال |
| Pronunciation | neh-HAAL |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Nehal
Nehal is a spelling of Nihāl. In Persian nihāl means a young tree or sapling, and in Arabic the same-sounding name is explained as 'one quenched' or 'watered'. In Egypt and Turkey (Nihal) it is a girl's name, while in India and Pakistan Nihal or Nehal is given to boys, influenced by Urdu nihāl, 'delighted'. The name is also used by Hindu and Sikh families in India.
Is Nehal a Muslim name?
Nehal is used by Muslim families, as a girl's name in Egypt and Turkey and as a boy's name in South Asia, though it is not a classical Arabic Islamic name.
Where is the name Nehal used?
Girl's name in Egypt and Turkey; boy's name in India and Pakistan.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nehal mean?
Nehal means 'Young plant, sapling; (Urdu) delighted'. It comes from Persian / Arabic.
Is Nehal a Muslim name?
Nehal is used by Muslim families, as a girl's name in Egypt and Turkey and as a boy's name in South Asia, though it is not a classical Arabic Islamic name.
How do you write Nehal in Arabic?
Nehal is written نهال in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nehal?
Nehal is pronounced neh-HAAL.