Meaning
Beautiful, handsome
Linguistic Origin
Arabic
Islamic Classification
General Muslim usage
Regional Usage
Worldwide Muslim usage
Shaqeela is a feminine title rich in history, originating from Arabic roots. The literal meaning, 'Beautiful, handsome', evokes imagery of nature and radiance, suggesting a personality full of life and positivity.
While popular in Arabic regions, Shaqeela has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.
Shaqeela, like Shakila, comes from the Arabic root sh-k-l, meaning "well-formed."
While popular in Arabic regions, Shaqeela has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.
Shaqeela, like Shakila, comes from the Arabic root sh-k-l, meaning "well-formed."
Reference Profile
Etymology
The feminine form related to Shaqil, glossed in some regional usage.
Islamic Significance
Beauty is treated in the Quran as a good in itself and not only as ornament: of the grazing livestock it says there is beauty in them for you when you bring them in and when you send them out (16:6).
Cultural / Regional Usage
Used across the Muslim world, particularly as a girl's name.
Sources
Quran 16:6· Quran