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Khalil

Muslim Boy Name · Scholarly Verified

خَلِيل

Intimate Friend, Title of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.) - Khalilullah

Exalted title of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.) as Khalilullah (Intimate Friend of Allah).

Origin:
Arabic
Transliteration:
Khalīl • Pronounced: (Kha-leel)
Prominent Regional Familiarity
Global Muslim Usage
Primary Quranic / Hadith Source
Quran (Surah An-Nisa 4:125)
Authenticated Scholarly Sources
Fatawa Razawiyyah, Vol. 24

Similar & Related Islamic Names

  • Aadil

    Just, Upright, Fair, Righteous Ruler
    عَادِل
  • Aaftab

    Sun, Bright light, Radiance of guidance
    آَفْتَاب
  • Aamir

    Prosperous, Populated, Full of Life, Companion of Prophet ﷺ
    عَامِر
  • Abdul Aziz

    Servant of the All-Mighty
    عَبْدُ الْعَزِيز

What is the meaning of the Islamic name Khalil (خَلِيل)?

The Islamic name Khalil (خَلِيل) means "Intimate Friend, Title of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.) - Khalilullah". It is of Arabic origin and is suitable for a Muslim boy.

What is the Islamic significance of the name Khalil?

Exalted title of Prophet Ibrahim (A.S.) as Khalilullah (Intimate Friend of Allah).

Khalil (خَلِيل) — Meaning, Origin & Islamic Significance | SALAH Live