Aqeel
Meaning of Aqeel
Aqeel is a male name of Arabic origin. It is pronounced as ah-KEEL (/ɑːˈkiːl/). The name Aqeel has variations, with Akil being one of them. In the United States, Aqeel has been given to newborn boys since at least 1976, and its popularity has fluctuated over the years. In recent years, it has been given to around 5-10 boys per year in the United States. Aqeel carries cultural associations with Arabic heritage and may be chosen by parents who want to celebrate their roots or appreciate the sound and meaning of this unique name.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as ah-KEEL (/ɑːˈkiːl/)
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Notable People Named Aqeel
| Aqeel al-Mosawi - Aqeel Mohamed Saleh al-Mosawi is a Bahraini dentist, novelist, and photographer, best known for his work as a consultant endodontist. |
| Aqeel Karim Dhedhi is a prominent Pakistani business tycoon and stock trader, known for founding and chairing the AKD Group, which encompasses various industries such as financial services, real estate, telecom, infrastructure, and natural resources. |
| Aqeel Glass is a free agent American football quarterback who previously played for the Alabama A&M Bulldogs. |
| Aqeel Ahmed is a Pakistani cricketer known for his right-handed batting and right-arm off break bowling, born in Faisalabad, Punjab. |
| Aqeel Bashir Ahmed is a Scottish amateur boxer who represented Scotland in the Commonwealth Games and is the current British Champion. |
