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Suheil
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Suheil represents a variant of the name Suhail and is also an alternative transcription of the Arabic name سهيل, which refers to the star 'Canopus' in the constellation Carina.
What does the name Suheil mean?
The name Suheil is a form of Suhail and originates from the Arabic word سهيل, which stands for the star 'Canopus'. The origins of the name may lie in the Arabic term sahl (سَهْل), meaning 'even' or 'flat'. Variants of Suhail also include Sohail, Soheil, Souhail, and Suhayl.
Where does the name Suheil come from?
The masculine first name Suheil has Arabic roots and means 'Canopus (star)'. It is composed of the Arabic word sahl (سَهْل), which means 'even' or 'flat'. The language of the name is Arabic.
How do you pronounce Suheil?
Suheil is pronounced approximately like 'Su-heil'.
Popularity
In Germany, Suheil is a widely used first name. In 2023, it ranked 3,780th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best ranking was in 2020, when it reached 2,791st place. Over the last ten years, Suheil has been used about 40 times as a first name, placing it 4,092nd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 4,643rd.
Nicknames & pet names
Susi
Famous people
- Suheil Bushrui (American scholar)
- Suheil Fadel (stage name: Rafik Schami) (writer)
Frequently asked questions about the name Suheil
What is the origin of the name Suheil?
The first name Suheil has Arabic roots and comes from the Arabic language.
What does the name Suheil mean?
Suheil means 'Canopus', the name is derived from the Arabic word for 'even' or 'flat'.
How popular is the name Suheil?
The popularity of Suheil varies by region, but it is considered a traditional name in Arabic-speaking countries.