Wissal
Wissal is a Muslim girl name meaning “Union, closeness, reunion with a loved one”.
| Meaning | Union, closeness, reunion with a loved one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | وصال |
| Pronunciation | wis-SAHL |
| Arabic root | و ص ل (w-ṣ-l) — to join, to connect |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Wissal
Wissal is the North African spelling of Wiṣāl, an Arabic word for union and closeness, especially the coming together of people who love each other. It is a favourite word in classical Arabic love poetry and Sufi writing, where it can describe nearness to God. The doubled 'ss' keeps the s-sound between vowels in French spelling.
Is Wissal a Muslim name?
Yes. Wissal is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning union and closeness, with no un-Islamic associations.
Where is the name Wissal used?
Popular in Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia, and also used in the Levant and Egypt as Wisal or Wesal.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Wissal mean?
Wissal means 'Union, closeness, reunion with a loved one'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Wissal a Muslim name?
Yes. Wissal is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning union and closeness, with no un-Islamic associations.
How do you write Wissal in Arabic?
Wissal is written وصال in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Wissal?
Wissal is pronounced wis-SAHL.