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Aqila

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Meaning

Wise, sensible

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic عقيلة
Urdu عقیلہ
Persian عقیلا
Bengali আকিলা
Pashto عاقله

Alternate Spellings

Graceful and timeless, the name Aqila is a beautiful choice for a baby girl. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Wise, sensible', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

Pronounced as Aqila, it has a rhythmic flow that makes it memorable and distinct. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Aqila comes from the same Arabic root '-q-l as Akila, meaning "intellect." It is translated as "wise" or "sensible."

Reference Profile

Etymology

The feminine form of Aqil, from the Arabic root ع-ق-ل (ʿ-q-l, 'to reason'). Aqila means 'intelligent, wise.'

Islamic Significance

Knowledge is the only increase the Prophet is instructed to ask for: say, my Lord, increase me in knowledge (20:114).

Cultural / Regional Usage

Used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.