BoyArabic origin

Khalil: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Friend, a name of deep companionship and loyal intimacy.

Origin
Arabic
Syllables
2
Current rank
#276
Peak
#251 in 1995

Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1957: #428319571960: #351119601970: #298619701980: #105219801990: #85219902000: #40420002005: #45220052010: #50320102015: #48020152020: #2762020#1#4283

What Khalil Means

Khalil is a boy name of Arabic origin. Friend, a name of deep companionship and loyal intimacy.

How Popular Khalil Is

Khalil currently ranks #276 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #251 in 1995. It has held steady.

Good to Know About Khalil

  • Khalil peaked at #251 in the U.S. in 1995.
  • Khalil is a name with Arabic heritage and meaning.
  • It's a timeless classic that never goes out of style.

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Sibling Names for Khalil

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Questions About Khalil

What does Khalil mean?

Khalil is a boy name of Arabic origin. Friend, a name of deep companionship and loyal intimacy.

How popular is Khalil?

Khalil currently ranks #276 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #251 in 1995. It has held steady.

Where does Khalil come from?

Khalil comes from Arabic roots. Khalil peaked at #251 in the U.S. in 1995.

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