Nihal
Nihal is a Muslim girl name meaning “Young shoot, sapling”.
| Meaning | Young shoot, sapling |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Persian, used in Turkish and Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | نهال |
| Pronunciation | ni-HAAL |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Nihal
Nihal comes from Persian nihāl, a young sapling or tender shoot, an image of growth and freshness. Through Ottoman Turkish it became a common women's name in Turkey and the Arab world, especially Egypt. In South Asia a similar-sounding Nihal is a boy's name with a separate Sanskrit-Hindi meaning of happy or fulfilled.
Is Nihal a Muslim name?
Yes, Nihal is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey, Egypt and the Levant. It is Persian rather than Arabic in origin.
Where is the name Nihal used?
Common among women in Turkey and Egypt (often spelled Nehal there).
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nihal mean?
Nihal means 'Young shoot, sapling'. It comes from Persian, used in Turkish and Arabic.
Is Nihal a Muslim name?
Yes, Nihal is widely used by Muslim families in Turkey, Egypt and the Levant. It is Persian rather than Arabic in origin.
How do you write Nihal in Arabic?
Nihal is written نهال in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Nihal?
Nihal is pronounced ni-HAAL.