Dhul-Kifl

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Meaning

Possessor of a Fold (Prophet Ezekiel)

Origin

Quranic

Global Spellings

Arabic ذو الكفل
Urdu ذوالکفل
Persian ذوالکفل
Turkish Zülkifl
Bengali যুল-কিফল
Indonesian Dzul-Kifl
Pashto ذوالکفل

Alternate Spellings

For parents seeking a noble identity for their baby boy, Dhul-Kifl offers deep spiritual resonance. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Possessor of a Fold (Prophet Ezekiel)', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

In Quranic culture, names are more than labels; they are prayers. Dhul-Kifl is widely respected for its positive connotations. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Dhul-Kifl is an Arabic descriptive title meaning “possessor of the portion” or “one who guarantees a due share,” rather than a personal name in the usual sense. He is mentioned in the Quran (21:85, 38:48) among the patient and righteous; some scholars identify him with the Biblical prophet Ezekiel, though this identification is debated.