Khalil: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: kh-ahl-eel
Origin: Arabic
gender-male

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Meaning: Associated with bold qualities.

Khalil is a strong and confident name, celebrated for its boldness and resilience, making it ideal for individuals with a dynamic spirit. Khalil, The name has a rich cultural and significance, often associated with the Prophet Ibrahim in Islamic tradition, name has been used in various forms and spellings, such as Khaleel, and Kalil, reflecting its widespread use and cultural significance.

Khalil Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Khalil is currently #508 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Khalil is currently #259 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Khalil is currently #286 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Khalil is currently #143 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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