Shamil
Shamil is a Muslim boy name meaning “Comprehensive, all-encompassing”.
| Meaning | Comprehensive, all-encompassing |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | شامل |
| Pronunciation | SHAA-mil |
| Arabic root | ش م ل (sh-m-l) — to include, to encompass |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Shamil
Shamil is the Arabic shāmil, 'comprehensive, all-including'. It is strongly associated with Imam Shamil, the nineteenth-century leader of the Muslims of Dagestan and Chechnya who resisted Russian conquest for decades. Because of him the name is especially loved in the Caucasus, Tatarstan and among Turks, where it is spelled Şamil.
Is Shamil a Muslim name?
Yes. Shamil is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, made famous by Imam Shamil of Dagestan.
Where is the name Shamil used?
Very common in Dagestan, Chechnya, Azerbaijan, Tatarstan and Turkey.
Gifts with the name Shamil
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shamil mean?
Shamil means 'Comprehensive, all-encompassing'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Shamil a Muslim name?
Yes. Shamil is a Muslim name of Arabic origin, made famous by Imam Shamil of Dagestan.
How do you write Shamil in Arabic?
Shamil is written شامل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Shamil?
Shamil is pronounced SHAA-mil.