Jamil
Jamil: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Jamil
- A male given name from Arabic.
Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic جميل (jamīl).
How popular is Jamil?
Since 1880, 254 girls and 7,481 boys in the U.S. have been named Jamil (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3863 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #670 in 1978. In 2025, 48 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Jamil FAQ
What does the name Jamil mean?
A male given name from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic جميل (jamīl).
What is the origin of the name Jamil?
Jamil is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Jamil?
Since 1880, 254 girls and 7,481 boys in the U.S. have been named Jamil (3% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3863 in 1983. Its highest rank for boys was #670 in 1978. In 2025, 48 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jamil a boy or girl name?
Jamil is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 254 girls and 7,481 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.