Belal Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbeh-LAHL / bɪˈlɑːlArabic
Meaning
The one who is good; the one who is virtuous
Historical & Cultural Background
Belal is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in Muslim communities. It is often associated with Bilal ibn Rabah, a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad and the first muezzin in Islam. The name signifies qualities of goodness and virtue, reflecting moral values in many cultures. It is a popular name in various countries with significant Muslim populations.
Trend Summary
The name Belal has seen a steady presence in various communities, particularly among Muslim families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bilal
International Variants
- Bilal (Arabic)
- Belal (Turkish)
- Belal (Urdu)
Famous people named Belal
Belal Al-Azawi is a contemporary artist known for his work in modern Islamic art.
Belal Muhammad is a professional mixed martial artist competing in the UFC.
Fictional characters named Belal
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Belal was first seen in the United States in 1977. Belal has ranked as high as #1293 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Belal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Belal (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 24 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 16 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1994 | 15 |
| 1995 | 22 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 19 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 20 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 15 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2013 | 13 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 10 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 14 |