Anil (given name)


Anil is a masculine name that can be found across the world in various cultures, nations and regions. A common theme across the globe is that the name holds strong weight and is used as a masculine name.
Arabic
Anil is a masculine Arabic name, though less popular in Arab countries. It stems from the root words 'An" ' meaning 'that', and 'il ' meaning 'the'. In Arabic, it means 'Thee' or 'To be' which can be contextualised as 'the one who is exalted'.
Indian
Anil is a masculine Indian name. In the Indian Sanskrit language it can be defined as “The God of the Air and the Wind”.
Hebrew
Anil, the name is referenced in the Song of Songs 6:3 Ani L'Dodi V'Dodi Li written by King and Prophet Solomon as 'I am'. There are variations of the name including, Aniel meaning 'I, God' and 'God is my Grace'.
Turkish
Anil as written within European nations, with Turkish context, is a masculine name that means 'To be remembered', 'Unforgettable' and 'Just ruler'.
Notable Individuals with the Anil first name