Bilal Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationbee-LAHL / bɪˈlɑːlArabic; Turkish
Meaning
Arabic: 'the chosen one'; Turkish: 'one who is loved'
Historical & Cultural Background
Bilal is a name of Arabic origin, commonly associated with Bilal ibn Rabah, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and the first muezzin in Islam. The name is popular in various Muslim communities around the world. In Turkish culture, it is also embraced and has similar meanings related to love and choice.
Trend Summary
The name Bilal has seen consistent popularity in various communities, particularly among Muslim families.
Similar Names
Variants
- Bil
- Bila
International Variants
- Bilal (Arabic)
- Bilal (Turkish)
Famous people named Bilal
Bilal ibn Rabah was a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad and the first muezzin in Islamic history.
Bilal Hassani is a French singer and YouTuber known for his music and participation in the Eurovision Song Contest.
Bilal El Khannous is a Moroccan professional footballer who has played for various clubs in Europe.
Bilal Powell is a former American football running back who played in the NFL.
Fictional characters named Bilal
Bilal is a character in the animated film 'Bilal: A New Breed of Hero', which tells the story of a young boy who becomes a warrior.
Bilal is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed', representing a historical figure in the game's narrative.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Bilal was first seen in the United States in 1964. Bilal has ranked as high as #1184 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Texas, and Michigan. In the past 5 years the name Bilal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Bilal (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 22 | |
| TX | 17 | |
| MI | 14 | |
| MN | 14 | |
| CA | 14 | |
| IL | 13 | |
| OH | 8 | |
| VA | 8 | |
| MD | 8 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| MO | 5 | |
| WA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 6 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 25 |
| 1976 | 34 |
| 1977 | 46 |
| 1978 | 44 |
| 1979 | 51 |
| 1980 | 63 |
| 1981 | 47 |
| 1982 | 56 |
| 1983 | 41 |
| 1984 | 45 |
| 1985 | 40 |
| 1986 | 52 |
| 1987 | 57 |
| 1988 | 52 |
| 1989 | 100 |
| 1990 | 104 |
| 1991 | 119 |
| 1992 | 107 |
| 1993 | 97 |
| 1994 | 99 |
| 1995 | 103 |
| 1996 | 95 |
| 1997 | 127 |
| 1998 | 104 |
| 1999 | 116 |
| 2000 | 133 |
| 2001 | 136 |
| 2002 | 168 |
| 2003 | 146 |
| 2004 | 149 |
| 2005 | 142 |
| 2006 | 124 |
| 2007 | 135 |
| 2008 | 139 |
| 2009 | 147 |
| 2010 | 139 |
| 2011 | 166 |
| 2012 | 155 |
| 2013 | 138 |
| 2014 | 149 |
| 2015 | 151 |
| 2016 | 167 |
| 2017 | 168 |
| 2018 | 195 |
| 2019 | 152 |
| 2020 | 141 |
| 2021 | 152 |
| 2022 | 166 |
| 2023 | 179 |
| 2024 | 175 |