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KahulIslamic Unisex Arabic name meaning

Crow

Pronunciation: KAH-hul

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Name
Kahul
Meaning
Crow
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Unisex
Pronunciation
KAH-hul
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Unisex
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Kahul mean?

Kahul is a unisex name from Arabic origin meaning "Crow". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: KAH-hul. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

کاهل

اردو میں کاهل نام کے معنی

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

كاهل

اسم من الأسماء العربية التي تعني الكاهل

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

KAH-hul

IPA

/ˈkɑːhʊl/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Kahul is listed as a islamic unisex name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Crow. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

BlackWhite

Lucky Stone

Onyx

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Expressive, artistic, and socially active.

Personality

Personality Traits

IntelligentWiseProtectiveDeterminedPersistent

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes wisdom, intelligence, and protection.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

In many Islamic cultures, particularly in the Middle East, crows are revered for their symbolic value. They are commonly seen as omens of good luck and protection. Their black color of feathers is often regarded as a sign of wisdom and intelligence. In various legends and folktales, there are stories about the prophets or saints who shared a special bond with crows. For instance, there is a famous anecdote about Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and a crow. In one version of the tale, a crow by the Prophet's grave, when other birds gathered on it are perched, squawks loudly, warning them not to sit there, for it is reserved for the Prophet himself. This belief persists, and many Muslims believe that the crow is a symbolic protector of the gravesites of the Prophet and other great religious figures.
The significance of the name "Kahul" goes beyond the cultural associations with crows. In Islamic spirituality, crows represent the reminder of mortality and the introspection of life's passing. The name "Kahul" is a call towards reflection and contemplation of the fleeting nature of life on Earth. This name holds immense spiritual significance as it is a gentle reminder of the Prophet's (PBUH) words, "Verily, it is Allah who raises the dead and He is All-Compeller, the Most Merciful" (Al-Quran 22:66). As such, the name Kahul serves as an everyday religious affirmation and call for submission to Allah and the acceptance of life's transient nature.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Ibn Jubayr's Travel Accounts (1211 AD) The name Kahul carried significant weight in that era.

13th Century

Historical records show that Ibn Battuta's Travel Accounts (1331-1354 AD) The name Kahul carried significant weight in that era.

14th Century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Kahul Tariq

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Kahul

Kahul is a name that means understanding, knowledge, and awareness

🇵🇰Urdu

کاهل

اردو میں کاهل نام کے معنی

🇸🇦Arabic

كاهل

اسم من الأسماء العربية التي تعني الكاهل

🇮🇳Hindi

काहल

हिंदी में काहल नाम के अर्थ

🇦🇫Pashto

کاهل

پښتو کې کاهل نوم ليدل

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