Jalilah
jah-LEE-luh
Jalilah is a girl’s name of Arabic origin, meaning “An Arabic name meaning "great" or "exalted." It represents honor, respect, and nobility.”. It currently ranks #6237 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2024.
What Jalilah Means
“An Arabic name meaning "great" or "exalted." It represents honor, respect, and nobility.”
The Story of Jalilah
This name, echoing through time, embodies a nobility that feels both ancient and perfectly suited for today.
Jalilah is an elegant Arabic name, directly translating to 'great' or 'exalted.' It is a name that has traveled through cultures, consistently representing honor, respect, and a refined sense of nobility, a quality cherished across many traditions.
For your daughter, Jalilah suggests a spirit of gentle leadership and inherent grace. You see a child who carries herself with quiet confidence, her kindness and honor making her deeply respected by all who meet her.
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#19 in 2024
Total Births
237
First Recorded
1993
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