Pal Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationpal / pælEnglish; Hindi
Meaning
English: friend; Hindi: to befriend
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Pal has roots in both English and Hindi cultures. In English, it is often used as a term of endearment for a friend. In Hindi, 'pal' translates to 'moment' or 'friend', reflecting a sense of companionship. The name is relatively uncommon as a given name but is recognized in various contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Pal is not widely used in the United States and has not shown significant popularity trends.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Pal was first seen in the United States in 1917. Pal has ranked as high as #1131 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Pal has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1917 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1955 | 8 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2014 | 5 |