Sohail
Sohail is a Muslim boy name meaning “Canopus, a bright star”.
| Meaning | Canopus, a bright star |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | سہیل |
| Pronunciation | so-HAYL |
| Arabic root | س ه ل (s-h-l) — ease, smoothness |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Sohail
Sohail is the Urdu and Persian spelling of Arabic Suhayl, the name of Canopus, the second-brightest star in the night sky. In Arabia its rising signalled the end of summer heat. The word is a diminutive from the root of sahl, 'easy', so it also carries a gentle sense of ease.
Is Sohail a Muslim name?
Yes. Sohail is the South Asian form of the Arabic name Suhayl, the star Canopus. It is a very common Muslim boy's name in Pakistan and India.
Where is the name Sohail used?
Very common in Pakistan and India; Soheil is the usual Iranian form and Sohel the Bengali one.
Gifts with the name Sohail
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sohail mean?
Sohail means 'Canopus, a bright star'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Sohail a Muslim name?
Yes. Sohail is the South Asian form of the Arabic name Suhayl, the star Canopus. It is a very common Muslim boy's name in Pakistan and India.
How do you write Sohail in Arabic?
Sohail is written سہیل in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Sohail?
Sohail is pronounced so-HAYL.