Meaning & History
Amal (أمل) is a feminine Arabic name meaning "hope" or "aspiration". It derives from the Arabic root ʾamala (أمل), which expresses the concept of hoping or desiring. The name is widely used across the Arab world and in Muslim communities, reflecting a positive and aspirational quality.
Variants include Amel (used in Bosnian and other languages) and Amela (a Bosnian feminine form). While Amal can also appear as a masculine name in some contexts, particularly in South Asia, the feminine usage is more common in Arabic-speaking countries.
Notable bearers include Syrian actress Amal Arafa and British-Lebanese lawyer and activist Amal Clooney (née Alamuddin), who have brought international recognition to the name.
- Meaning: Hope, aspiration
- Origin: Arabic
- Type: Feminine given name
- Usage regions: Arabic-speaking countries, Muslim communities worldwide
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