Khaleel Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-LEEL / /kəˈliːl/Arabic
Meaning
friend; companion
Historical & Cultural Background
Khaleel is derived from the Arabic word 'khalil,' which means friend or companion. It is often associated with the Islamic tradition, particularly in reference to the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who is referred to as 'Khalilullah,' meaning 'Friend of God.' The name is popular in various cultures influenced by Arabic language and Islam. It reflects values of friendship and companionship.
Trend Summary
The name Khaleel has seen moderate popularity in the United States, particularly among families with Arabic heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Khalil
International Variants
- Khalil (Arabic)
- Khalil (Turkish)
- Khalil (Urdu)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Khaleel was first seen in the United States in 1975. Khaleel has ranked as high as #1244 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in New York, Florida, Texas, California, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Khaleel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Khaleel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 7 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 9 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 16 |
| 1994 | 40 |
| 1995 | 40 |
| 1996 | 43 |
| 1997 | 36 |
| 1998 | 43 |
| 1999 | 54 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 38 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 36 |
| 2006 | 29 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 24 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 31 |
| 2013 | 26 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2017 | 31 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 54 |
| 2020 | 50 |
| 2021 | 52 |
| 2022 | 44 |
| 2023 | 50 |
| 2024 | 51 |