Unisex name
Meyyal name meaning
“inclined, disposed toward something”
Meyyal means “inclined” or “disposed toward something.” It comes from Arabic mayyāl, an intensive form built on the root for leaning or turning, and is used for both women and men in Türkiye. It is related to Meyil, with a branch bending in the wind illustrating the underlying motion.
What does Meyyal mean?
Inclined, disposed toward something
In Turkish: yönelmeye yatkın, eğilim duyan
Meyyal is used in Turkish chiefly as an adjective for being disposed or drawn toward something. It shares its root with Meyil but gives the inclination greater emphasis. Its meaning is not restricted to affection: the direction or object of the tendency depends on context.
Origin of the name Meyyal
From Arabic mayyāl (ميال), an intensive formation from the root m-y-l, “to incline.” It describes a tendency to lean or be drawn toward something.
How to pronounce Meyyal
| Syllables | 2 · 6 letters · 6-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /mejjal/ |
| Ottoman Turkish | ميال |
Is Meyyal a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Meyyal is used for both boys and girls. See all unisex names.
Meyyal does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
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FAQ about the name Meyyal
What is the meaning of Meyyal?
Meyyal means “inclined, disposed toward something”. From Arabic mayyāl (ميال), an intensive formation from the root m-y-l, “to incline.” It describes a tendency to lean or be drawn toward something.
Is Meyyal a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Meyyal is used for both boys and girls.
Is Meyyal in the Quran?
No. Neither the name Meyyal nor its source word occurs in the Quran.
What is the origin of the name Meyyal?
Meyyal is of Arabic origin.
How many syllables does Meyyal have?
Meyyal has 2 syllables and 6 letters.
How popular is the name Meyyal?
Meyyal does not appear in TÜİK’s top-30 lists (Türkiye and provinces, up to 2025).
Sources and method
Meanings and origins draw on language sources and name dictionaries; popularity figures come from TÜİK’s address-based population register, and notable people from Wikidata.
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