Shamil
shah-MEEL
Letters
6
Syllables
2
Origin
Arabic
Total Births
53
Peak Year
#11 in 1993
First Recorded
1979
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Shamil is an Arabic name meaning "comprehensive" or "all-encompassing." It is often associated with leadership and wisdom.
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Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.
Famous Namesakes
Imam Shamil
19th-century Avar political and religious leader
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