Sohail Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationso-HAIL / /soʊˈheɪl/Arabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: star; Persian: bright star
Historical & Cultural Background
Sohail is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in various cultures influenced by Arabic language and literature. In astronomy, Sohail refers to a bright star in the constellation Vela. The name is also popular in Persian-speaking regions, where it carries similar meanings related to brightness and light. It has been used historically in poetry and literature to symbolize guidance and hope.
Trend Summary
Sohail has seen moderate popularity in various regions, particularly among Arabic and Persian-speaking communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Suhail
- Sohayl
International Variants
- Suhail (Arabic)
- Sohail (Persian)
Famous people named Sohail
Sohail Khan is an Indian actor and producer known for his work in Bollywood films.
Sohail Mahmood is a Pakistani diplomat who has served in various international roles.
Sohail Tanveer is a Pakistani cricketer recognized for his performances in international cricket.
Sohail Asghar is a Pakistani television actor known for his roles in popular drama series.
Fictional characters named Sohail
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sohail was first seen in the United States in 1975. Sohail has ranked as high as #1367 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Sohail has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sohail (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2005 | 12 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 11 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 12 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 19 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 12 |
| 2024 | 14 |