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KamalaIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Feminine of Kamal

Pronunciation: kah-MAH-lah

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Name
Kamala
Meaning
Feminine of Kamal
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
kah-MAH-lah
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Kamala mean?

Kamala is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Feminine of Kamal". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: kah-MAH-lah. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

کمالہ

کمالہ کا مطلب ہے مکمل یا کامل کرنا

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

كمالة

كمالة تعني الكمال أو تمام الشيء

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

kah-MAH-lah

IPA

/kɑːˈmɑːlə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Kamala is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Feminine of Kamal. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

GoldSilverWhite

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, self-expression, and communication.

Personality

Personality Traits

KindPeacefulV = VirtuousL = Loyal

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Comprehensive and complete in all aspects

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Kamala holds a deep cultural significance for many communities within the Islamic world. The word "Kamala" means "perfection" or "completion" in Arabic, a concept that is highly valued in Islamic culture. This name is often given to newborn girls, symbolizing the hope and dream of their parents for their child to grow up to be the embodiment of perfection and to fulfill all the potentials that their Creator has bestowed upon them. Kamala is a name that represents a goal to be strive for, one that is both admirable and aspirational.
From a spiritual perspective, the name Kamala holds deeper meaning in the Islamic faith. It reflects the belief that everything in the universe is a manifestation of Allah's perfect will, and that we as human beings are constantly striving to complete our spiritual journey towards Allah. The name serves as a reminder of our goal to seek eternal perfection through following the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and leading a righteous life in accordance with Islamic principles. By embracing the name Kamala, one is encouraged to continuously pursue personal growth and development, both spiritually and intellectually, in order to realize the ultimate perfection that can only be achieved through close connection with Allah.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Kamala was a Hindu goddess of the goddess Durga, who was adopted by the Islamic community in India. The name Kamala carried significant weight in that era.

13th-16th centuries

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Kamala

Perfection or completeness in character or qualities

🇵🇰Urdu

کمالہ

کمالہ کا مطلب ہے مکمل یا کامل کرنا

🇸🇦Arabic

كمالة

كمالة تعني الكمال أو تمام الشيء

🇮🇳Hindi

कमाला

कमाला का अर्थ है पूर्णता या सम्पूर्णता

🇦🇫Pashto

کماله

کماله د کامل یا بشپړتیا معنی لري

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