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JaleesIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Descender, Going down

Pronunciation: Jah-lees

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Name
Jalees
Meaning
Descender, Going down
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
Jah-lees
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 Jalees mean?

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

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

جلیس

جلیس کا مطلب ہے جو شخص اکثر لوگوں کے ساتھ بیٹھتا ہے اور اپنے حسن گفتگو اور فطری ذہانت کی وجہ سے جانا جاتا ہے

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

جليس

جليس يعني الجالس الكثير الإجتماعات والمعروف بفطنته ولباقته

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

Jah-lees

IPA

/dʒɑːliːs/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

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

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

9

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

GoldBrown

Lucky Stone

Topaz

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: The number 6 is associated with the qualities of love, harmony, and balance. It is also a number of creativity and self-beauty.

Personality

Personality Traits

CalmGentleGenerousDeterminedStrong-willedAmbitious

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Jalees is a name that embodies the spiritual qualities of humility and service to others. It is a reminder that even those who are in positions of power or authority should be humble and selfless in their actions.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Jalees carries significant cultural importance, as it is mentioned in the Holy Quran and hadiths. In Surah Al-Imran, Allah says, "And when the Soul reaches the portion of Knowledge it is said: Take ye the good news (O soul that is in a state of death)! You have responded (to your Lord) correctly, and I will forgive thee (thy sins): (154) This Day we shall let you mount (from your grave) (155) Among honourable Nazareen (i.e. Prophets, Saints, martyrs)... " (Aali Imran, Verses 153-155). Here, Jalees is referred to as 'Nazareen', meaning, 'the one given to the good news of the Paradise', who has responded to Allah's call and been granted admission into Jannah (Heaven). Moreover, in the Hadiths, the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) describes Jalees as being among the people from heaven, who will call out to the believers on the Day of Judgement and ask them to hasten towards Allah.
The name Jalees holds profound spiritual significance, as it reflects the humility and submission of a servant to the Will of Allah. The one who descends or comes down from a state of highness to serve and worship Allah shows true devotion and obedience. It is a reminder of the transient nature of worldly positions and earthly possessions and the importance of staying connected to the divine Source. The name Jalees also signifies the gentle and generous nature of Allah, who descends from His Mercy and Bounty upon His creation. Thus, the name Jalees evokes feelings of hope, love, and submission towards Allah, and serves as a constant reminder of His Mercy and Grace.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Various Islamic scholars and saints The name Jalees carried significant weight in that era.

Throughout Islamic history

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Jalees

Jalees means one who sits in gatherings, known for their wit and pleasant conversation

🇵🇰Urdu

جلیس

جلیس کا مطلب ہے جو شخص اکثر لوگوں کے ساتھ بیٹھتا ہے اور اپنے حسن گفتگو اور فطری ذہانت کی وجہ سے جانا جاتا ہے

🇸🇦Arabic

جليس

جليس يعني الجالس الكثير الإجتماعات والمعروف بفطنته ولباقته

🇮🇳Hindi

जलीस

जलीस का अर्थ है जो व्यक्ति अक्सर लोगों के साथ बैठता है और अपनी बातचीत कौशल और स्वाभाविक बुद्धिमत्ता के लिए जाना जाता है

🇦🇫Pashto

جلیس

جلیس دى هغه چا چې ډیری وخت د خلکو سره کښیني او د هغه د پوهاوي او د خبرو اترو د ښه والي له امله پېژندل شوی دی

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