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Dalila

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Meaning

Guide

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic دليلة
Urdu دلیلا
Persian دلیلا
Bengali ডালিলা
Pashto دلیلا

Alternate Spellings

Capturing elegance and depth, Dalila stands out as a meaningful name for your daughter. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Guide', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

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

Dalila comes from the same Arabic root d-l-l as Daleel, a diminutive meaning "little guide."

Reference Profile

Etymology

The feminine form of Dalil, from the Arabic root د-ل-ل (d-l-l, 'to guide'). Dalila means 'guide.'

Islamic Significance

Guidance is the request the Quran opens with: guide us to the straight path (1:6).

Cultural / Regional Usage

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