Shakil

Meaning of Shakil

The name Shakil is a male name with Arabic, Bengali, and Urdu origins. In Arabic, it is pronounced as shah-KEEL (/ʃɑːˈkiːl/), while in Bengali and Urdu, it is pronounced as shuh-KEEL (/ʃəˈkiːl/). The name has variations such as Shakeel. In the United States of America, the name Shakil has been given to a small number of newborns over the years. It ranked 12,081st in 2015 and 7th in 2008. The name carries no specific associations or meanings beyond its linguistic roots.

Pronunciation

Arabic

  • Pronunced as shah-KEEL (/ʃɑːˈkiːl/)

Bengali,Urdu

  • Pronunced as shuh-KEEL (/ʃəˈkiːl/)

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Notable People Named Shakil

Shakil Afridi is a Pakistani physician known for his alleged involvement in a CIA operation to confirm Osama bin Laden's presence, leading to his imprisonment and subsequent legal battles.
Shakil Ahmed is a Bangladeshi professional footballer known for playing as a left-back in the Bangladesh Premier League for Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi Club.
Shakil Hossain is a Bangladeshi professional footballer known for playing as a centre back for Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi and the Bangladesh national team.
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