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Suhaila

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Meaning

Gentle, easy

Linguistic Origin

Arabic

Islamic Classification

General Muslim usage

Regional Usage

Worldwide Muslim usage

Global Spellings

Arabic سهيلة
Urdu سہیلہ
Persian سهیلا
Turkish Sühaila
Bengali সুহায়লা
Pashto سهیلا
Capturing elegance and depth, Suhaila stands out as a meaningful name for your daughter. The name holds the profound meaning of 'Gentle, easy', reflecting qualities that parents often wish to bestow upon their child.

While popular in Arabic regions, Suhaila has a modern appeal that transcends borders. It is an excellent choice for a modern Muslim family honoring tradition.

Suhaila comes from the same Arabic root s-h-l as Sohail, the star Canopus.

Reference Profile

Etymology

From the Arabic سهيل (Suhayl), the Arabic name for the star Canopus.

Islamic Significance

Forbearance is a divine attribute in the Quran, which closes the ruling on unintended oaths with the words: God is Forgiving and Forbearing (2:225).

Cultural / Regional Usage

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