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Jalal

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Meaning

Greatness

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

Islamic historical figure

Regional Usage

South Asia

Global Spellings

Arabic ุฌู„ุงู„
Urdu ุฌู„ุงู„
Persian ุฌู„ุงู„
Turkish Celal
Bengali เฆœเฆพเฆฒเฆพเฆฒ
Pashto ุฌู„ุงู„
If you are looking for a strong and significant name for your son, Jalal is a standout choice. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Greatness', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

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

Jalal comes from the Arabic root j-l-l, meaning "majesty" or "glory," the same root behind Allah's title Dhul-Jalali wal-Ikram, Possessor of Majesty and Honour.

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Arabic jalal, 'majesty, glory' - as borne by the Mughal emperor Jalal-ud-Din Akbar.

Notable Historical Usage

Jalal is the name of Jalal-ud-Din Akbar (r. 1556-1605 CE), the Mughal emperor whose reign is remembered for administrative reform and religious debate at his court.

Cultural / Regional Usage

Widely used across South Asian Muslim communities.