Waseela
Waseela is a Muslim girl name meaning “Means of drawing near, connection”.
| Meaning | Means of drawing near, connection |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | وسيلة |
| Pronunciation | wah-SEE-lah |
| Arabic root | و س ل (w-s-l) — to seek nearness |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Waseela
Waseela comes from wasīla, a means or way by which one draws close to something, especially to God. In Islamic tradition al-Wasīla is also the name of a lofty rank in Paradise that Muslims ask God to grant the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ after the call to prayer. The name is used for girls in Pakistan, India and North Africa, where it is often written Wassila.
Is Waseela a Muslim name?
Yes. Waseela is a Muslim name of Arabic origin with a direct Quranic and devotional background.
Is Waseela in the Quran?
The word appears in 'O you who believe, fear Allah and seek the means (al-wasīla) of nearness to Him' (Quran 5:35).
Where is the name Waseela used?
Used among Muslims in South Asia and the Maghreb.
Gifts with the name Waseela
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Waseela mean?
Waseela means 'Means of drawing near, connection'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Waseela a Muslim name?
Yes. Waseela is a Muslim name of Arabic origin with a direct Quranic and devotional background.
How do you write Waseela in Arabic?
Waseela is written وسيلة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Waseela?
Waseela is pronounced wah-SEE-lah.
Is Waseela mentioned in the Quran?
The word appears in 'O you who believe, fear Allah and seek the means (al-wasīla) of nearness to Him' (Quran 5:35).