Afsal
Afsal is a masculine given name used in South Asia and among diaspora communities. It is a variant transliteration of the name Afzal, which appears in Urdu, Persian, and Arabic naming traditions. The spelling can vary regionally, with Afsal, Afzal, and Afzaal among the common forms.
Etymology and meaning: The root word افْضَل (afdal/afzal) means “best,” “superior,” or “most excellent.” As a given
Usage and distribution: Afsal is found among Muslim communities in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and the broader
Variations and related names: Variants include Afzal and Afzaal, with spelling differences arising from transliteration into
See also: Afzal, a related given name with the same linguistic roots.