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Amal (أمل) is a feminine Arabic name meaning "hope" or "aspiration". It derives from the Arabic root ʾamala (أ‎م‎ل‎), which expresses the concept of hoping or desiring. The name is widely used across the Arab world and in Muslim communities, reflecting a positive and aspirational quality.

Variants include Amel (used in Bosnian and other languages) and Amela (a Bosnian feminine form). While Amal can also appear as a masculine name in some contexts, particularly in South Asia, the feminine usage is more common in Arabic-speaking countries.

Notable bearers include Syrian actress Amal Arafa and British-Lebanese lawyer and activist Amal Clooney (née Alamuddin), who have brought international recognition to the name.

• Meaning: Hope, aspiration
• Origin: Arabic
• Type: Feminine given name
• Usage regions: Arabic-speaking countries, Muslim communities worldwide