Ghazal Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationgah-ZAHL / /ɡæˈzɑːl/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'lyric poem'; Persian: 'gazelle'
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic literature, 'ghazal' refers to a poetic form expressing love and longing. It has been a significant part of Persian poetry, often celebrating beauty and romance. The term is also associated with the graceful gazelle in Persian culture, symbolizing elegance and beauty.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ghazala
International Variants
- Ghazal (Arabic); Ghazala (Persian)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ghazal was first seen in the United States in 1988. Ghazal has ranked as high as #1326 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, California, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Ghazal has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ghazal (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 11 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 31 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2024 | 34 |