Waseelah
Waseelah 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 Waseelah
Waseelah is a spelling of Waseela with a final h for the Arabic tā marbūṭa. It means a means or way of drawing closer, and in Islamic usage it points to seeking nearness to God through good deeds. The same word names the high station in Paradise that Muslims pray will be given to the Prophet ﷺ.
Is Waseelah a Muslim name?
Yes. Waseelah is an Islamic name of Arabic origin meaning a means of nearness to God.
Is Waseelah in the Quran?
It appears in 'seek the means (al-wasīla) of nearness to Him' (Quran 5:35).
Where is the name Waseelah used?
Mostly found among South Asian Muslim families.
Gifts with the name Waseelah
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Spellings and variants of Waseelah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Waseelah mean?
Waseelah means 'Means of drawing near, connection'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Waseelah a Muslim name?
Yes. Waseelah is an Islamic name of Arabic origin meaning a means of nearness to God.
How do you write Waseelah in Arabic?
Waseelah is written وسيلة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Waseelah?
Waseelah is pronounced wah-SEE-lah.
Is Waseelah mentioned in the Quran?
It appears in 'seek the means (al-wasīla) of nearness to Him' (Quran 5:35).