Khalil
Khalil: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Khalil
- A male given name from Arabic.
Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic خَلِيل (ḵalīl, “friend”).
How popular is Khalil?
Since 1880, 182 girls and 25,021 boys in the U.S. have been named Khalil (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6444 in 1995. Its highest rank for boys was #251 in 1995. In 2025 it ranked #384 for boys, with 826 babies given the name.
Names similar to Khalil
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Sibling name ideas for Khalil
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Khalil FAQ
What does the name Khalil mean?
A male given name from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic خَلِيل (ḵalīl, “friend”).
What is the origin of the name Khalil?
Khalil is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Khalil?
Since 1880, 182 girls and 25,021 boys in the U.S. have been named Khalil (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #6444 in 1995. Its highest rank for boys was #251 in 1995. In 2025 it ranked #384 for boys, with 826 babies given the name.
Is Khalil a boy or girl name?
Khalil is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 182 girls and 25,021 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.