kabil

Kabil is a term that can function as a male given name in several cultures, particularly among Muslim communities in South Asia and the Middle East. It is a transliteration of words from Arabic and related languages that convey the idea of capability or suitability. In Hindustani languages, the form Kaabil is common, and variants such as Qabil or Qabeel appear in different transliterations. The name generally carries the meaning of being capable, worthy, or qualified.

Usage and notability: As a given name, Kabil is used independently or as part of compound names in Urdu, Hindi, and among diaspora communities. Because transliteration from non-Latin scripts varies, the spelling Kabil, Kaabil, or Qabil may be encountered for the same root term.

In media: A closely related variant, Kaabil, is used in popular culture. The Hindi-language film Kaabil (2017), directed by Sanjay Gupta and starring Hrithik Roshan and Yami Gautam, uses the transliteration Kaabil and centers on themes of resilience and capability, illustrating how the name functions as a title in contemporary media.

Variants and related names: Variants include Kaabil and Qabil, which reflect the same root meaning in different languages and alphabets. The name Kabir exists in similar phonetic space but has distinct etymology and usage.

See also: Kaabil, Qabil, Kabir.