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FadilIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Praiseworthy

Pronunciation: Fah-dil

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Name
Fadil
Meaning
Praiseworthy
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
Fah-dil
Lucky Number
9
9
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Fadil mean?

Fadil is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Praiseworthy". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: Fah-dil. Lucky number: 9. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

فاضل

فضل والا، کرم کرنے والا، بھلائی کرنے والا، چੰਗے کردار والا

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

فاضل

ذو فضل، صاحب كرم، بڑا بھلا انسان، عالی کردار

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Fah-dil

IPA

/ˈfɑːdɪl/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Fadil is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Praiseworthy. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

YellowGreen

Lucky Stone

Topaz

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creative, Expressive, Free-Spirited

Personality

Personality Traits

KindJustPeacefulBraveV = VirtuousC = CourageousL = LoyalD = Dutiful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A praiseworthy person is one who is always mindful of their actions and strives to please Allah.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name 'Fadil' holds significance in various Islamic and Arabic cultures as it is considered a name that is associated with noble and honorable individuals. It suggests the best of virtues and morals, highlighting the importance of good character and behavior in Islamic traditions.
From a spiritual perspective, the name 'Fadil' holds deep meaning as it reflects the divine attributes of Allah SWT, in particular, His attribute of Al-Fadl, which translates to 'The Bestower'. The name 'Fadil' serves as a reminder of Allah's endless blessings and encourages individuals to strive for goodness, both towards themselves and others. It is also considered a name of Allah in some Islamic traditions.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Fadil ibn Al-Abbas (d. 652) was a cousin of Prophet Muhammad and a companion of the Prophet. He was known for his generosity and honesty.

7th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Fadil

Possessor of virtue, good character, kind, benevolent

🇵🇰Urdu

فاضل

فضل والا، کرم کرنے والا، بھلائی کرنے والا، چੰਗے کردار والا

🇸🇦Arabic

فاضل

ذو فضل، صاحب كرم، بڑا بھلا انسان، عالی کردار

🇮🇳Hindi

फादिल

भलाई करने वाला, अच्छा चरित्र वाला, दयालु, कृपालु

🇦🇫Pashto

فاضل

فضل لرونکی، د доброګړی منښتنی، په کارونو کې مهربان

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