Khalel Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationkah-LEL / /kəˈlɛl/Arabic; Hebrew
Meaning
the friend; the voice of God
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Khalel (خليل) means 'friend' and is often associated with the concept of friendship and companionship. In Hebrew, it is linked to the name 'Khalil,' which means 'the voice of God,' reflecting a spiritual significance. The name is also connected to cultural figures in both traditions, emphasizing loyalty and divine connection.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Khalil
- Khalel
International Variants
- Khalil (Arabic)
- Khalel (Hebrew)
Famous people named Khalel
Khalel (Khalil) Gibran — poet and philosopher.
Khalel (Khalil) Mack — professional football player.
Fictional characters named Khalel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Khalel was first seen in the United States in 1997. Khalel has ranked as high as #1361 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Florida. In the past 5 years the name Khalel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Khalel (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 14 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 17 |
| 2017 | 12 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 16 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 10 |