Name meaning
Bilal
Boy's nameƏrəb mənşəli
Moist, wet; fresh.
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Name meaning and origin
In Arabic, Bilal means "moist, wet" or "fresh". Its most famous bearer in Islamic history is Bilal ibn Rabah: the first muezzin of our Prophet (peace be upon him) and one of the ten Companions promised Paradise.
The name is widely used in Azerbaijan and throughout the Islamic world. Bilal ibn Rabah (may Allah be pleased with him) was a freed slave from Abyssinia who had been freed by the Prophet (peace be upon him). He is known for calling the adhan (call to prayer) with his loud voice and fresh style.
Name details
- Gender
- Boy's name
- Origin
- Ərəb mənşəli
- Letter count
- 5
- Appears in the Quran
- No
- Variants
- Bilal
- Pronunciation
- bi.ˈlal
Notable people with this name
Bilal ibn Rabah (r.a.)
The first muezzin of our Prophet (peace be upon him), one of the ten Companions promised Paradise.
Frequently asked questions
The most asked questions about this name.
What is the meaning of the name Bilal?
Bilal means "moist, wet, fresh". It is of Arabic origin.Is the name Bilal mentioned in the Quran?
No, the name Bilal does not appear directly in the Quran, but it is considered blessed as the name of a Companion.Is Bilal a boy name or a girl name?
Bilal is a boy name.