Quick answer: Medjool dates are a large, soft, caramel-flavoured variety of date. The name is spelled in many ways, including Medjoul, Medjool, Majdoul, Majdool and Mejhoul, because it is transliterated from Arabic. In Arabic it is commonly written مجدول.
Last updated: 14 November 2026
What are Medjool dates?
Medjool dates are the fruit of a date palm variety known for its large size, soft flesh and rich flavour, often described as caramel or honey. They are sold pitted or with the stone in, and are eaten as a snack, stuffed, or blended into recipes. For a fuller introduction, see why Medjool dates are called the king of dates.
Spelling variants
- Medjool and Medjoul (the most common English forms)
- Majdool, Majdoul and Mejhoul
- مجدول (the form commonly used in the UAE) and مجهول
- Spanish: dátil Medjool
All of these names refer to the same type of date, so searching with any spelling can find it.
Medjool dates in Arabic
In Arabic, Medjool dates are called تمر مجدول (tamr majdool) in the singular or تمور مجدول for the dates in general. You can read the Arabic version of many of our pages by switching language on the website.
What does Medjool mean?
The name is often linked to an Arabic word meaning 'unknown', though accounts of its origin differ. Learn where the variety is grown in where do Medjool dates come from.
Buying Medjool dates in the UAE
Tamooriya sells Palestinian Medjool from Jericho and Saudi jumbo Medjool, with next working day delivery across the UAE. See the Medjool price guide.
Frequently asked questions
How do you spell Medjool dates?
Medjool, Medjoul, Majdool and Mejhoul are all used. They are the same variety.
How do you say Medjool dates in Arabic?
تمر مجدول (tamr majdool).
What is the difference between Medjool and regular dates?
Medjool is larger and softer. See Medjool vs regular dates.
Are Medjool dates fruit?
Yes. They are the fruit of the date palm.
