Boy name
Amsal name meaning
“proverbs, figurative sayings”
Amsal is a masculine name meaning proverbs or figurative sayings, derived from Arabic through Malay. Its source is amthāl, the plural of mathal, meaning a parable or proverb. Amsal is also the Indonesian title of the biblical Book of Proverbs, alongside its use as a name.
What does Amsal mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Amsal
From Arabic amthāl through Malay, the plural of mathal, 'parable or proverb'. Amsal is also the Indonesian title of the biblical Book of Proverbs.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Amsal in Islam and the Quran
Amsal does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (الأمثال) does, for example in QS Ibrahim [14]: 25 and QS Al-Ankabut [29]: 43. This word refers to parables or comparisons.
This describes the word and the name, not the religion of anyone who bears it.
Name combinations with Amsal
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Amsal, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
-
Meaning of each word
- Amsal: proverbs, figurative sayings
- Micky: who is like God?
- Yosep: may God add
-
Meaning of each word
- Amsal: proverbs, figurative sayings
- Juan: God is gracious
- Valentine: strong and healthy
-
Amsal Vianney
Meaning of each word
- Amsal: proverbs, figurative sayings
- Vianney: from a place named Vianney
-
Kristiyono Amsal Pilipus
Meaning of each word
- Kristiyono: follower of Christ
- Amsal: proverbs, figurative sayings
- Pilipus: lover of horses
-
Amsal Yose
Meaning of each word
- Amsal: proverbs, figurative sayings
- Yose: may God add
-
Meaning of each word
- Amsal: proverbs, figurative sayings
- Nehemia: God gives comfort
- Enoch: dedicated or consecrated
Make more combinations with the generator →More boy name combinations →
How to pronounce Amsal
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /amsal/ |
| Arabic script | أمثال |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦩ꧀ꦱꦭ꧀ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮙ᮪ᮞᮜ᮪ |
Is Amsal a boy’s name?
Yes, Amsal is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Amsal ranks #3,172 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Amsal
- Amal♂Deed
- Arsal♂To send, to dispatch
- Amsar♂Cities, lands
- Amran♂Prosperity, flourishing life
- Akmal♂More perfect, more complete
- Aman♂Tranquility and a sense of safety
- Ambar♂♀Fragrant, sweet-smelling
- Amar♂One who makes things flourish
- Amat♂Highly praised
- Asad♂Lion, a large wild cat
- Amril♂Command, affair
- Asa♂♀Hope, something wished for
Names with related meanings
- Budi♂Intellect, intelligence, moral character
- Arif♂Knowledgeable, wise
- Arief♂Knowledgeable, wise
- Hakim♂Wise, possessing wisdom
- Lukman♂Name of a wise figure in the Quran
- Budiman♂Wise and of good character
- Rasyid♂♀Discerning, rightly guided
- Rusdi♂Associated with sound guidance and judgment
- Arsyad♂Better guided, wiser
- Huda♂Guidance toward the right path
- Roni♂Ruler's counselor
- Wicaksono♂Wise, discerning
Famous people named Amsal
- Amsal · b. 1959
- Amsal Bakhtiar · b. 1960
- Amsal Christy Sitepu
- Amsal Irmalis · b. 1992
- Amsal Nasution · b. 1965
FAQ about the name Amsal
What is the meaning of Amsal?
Amsal means proverbs, figurative sayings. From Arabic amthāl through Malay, the plural of mathal, 'parable or proverb'. Amsal is also the Indonesian title of the biblical Book of Proverbs.
Is Amsal a boy’s name?
Yes, Amsal is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Amsal?
Amsal is of Arabic and Malay origin.
Is the name Amsal in the Quran?
Amsal does not appear as a name in the Quran, but its source word (الأمثال) does, for example in QS Ibrahim [14]: 25 and QS Al-Ankabut [29]: 43. This word refers to parables or comparisons.
How many syllables does Amsal have?
Amsal has 2 syllables (Am-sal) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Amsal?
Amsal ranks #3,172 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Amsal?
Some ideas: Amsal Micky Yosep; Amsal Juan Valentine; Amsal Vianney.
Famous people named Amsal?
Notable people named Amsal include Amsal, Amsal Bakhtiar, Amsal Christy Sitepu.
About this entry
Entry ID: nm06054 · Updated · How we research names · Report a mistake