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SajawalIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Moon illuminated

Pronunciation: SAH-jah-wal

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Name
Sajawal
Meaning
Moon illuminated
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
SAH-jah-wal
Lucky Number
5
5
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Sajawal mean?

Sajawal is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Moon illuminated". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: SAH-jah-wal. Lucky number: 5. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

سَجاوَل

پاک و نیک ہونے والی چیز جو اللہ اور آسمان سے ہے

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

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

سَجاوَل

نَسَمَةٌ طَيِّبَةٌ مِنَ اللَهِ وَالسَماءِ

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

SAH-jah-wal

IPA

/sɑdʒɑː.wɑl/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Sajawal is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Moon illuminated. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

5

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

SilverMoonstone

Lucky Stone

Moonstone

Life Path Number

1

Numerology meaning: Innovation, leadership, creativity

Personality

Personality Traits

CalmnessPeaceWisdomDeterminationPerseveranceResilience

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

A reminder of Allah's divine guidance and blessings.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Sajawal is derived from the Arabic word "sajjala," which means "moon." It signifies the beauty and serenity of the moon in Islamic culture. The name carries a profound significance as it is often associated with wisdom, purity, and beauty. In Sufi poetry, the moon often represents the Beloved or Allah, who illuminates the heart and soul of the lover.
The name Sajawal signifies the connection between the individual and Allah, symbolized by the light of the moon. It signifies that the light of Allah illuminates and guides the beloved, much like the moon illuminates the night sky. It suggests a deep spiritual connection and longing for the divine. In Islamic philosophy, it also represents the attainment oftsultz (grace and bounty), through which a person can attain peace and contentment in the presence of Allah.

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

Historical Usage

Historical References

Sajawal was a famous Sufi saint of the Chishti order, born in the 13th century in present-day Pakistan.

13th century

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Sajawal

a beautiful and lovely gift from Allah and the sky

🇵🇰Urdu

سَجاوَل

پاک و نیک ہونے والی چیز جو اللہ اور آسمان سے ہے

🇸🇦Arabic

سَجاوَل

نَسَمَةٌ طَيِّبَةٌ مِنَ اللَهِ وَالسَماءِ

🇮🇳Hindi

सजावल

पाक और निक होने वाली चीज़ जो अल्लाह और आकाश से है

🇦🇫Pashto

سَجاوَل

څرنګي پښه کله پښتې ته داسې ويل کيږي

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