Jalil
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Jalil
Jalil is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'great,' 'exalted,' or 'revered.' With roots in Islamic tradition, it appears as one of the 99 names of Allah in the form 'Al-Jalil' (The Majestic). The name has been used throughout the Muslim world for centuries and has gained recognition in Western countries through cultural exchange and immigration. Jalil has a strong, dignified quality while remaining relatively uncommon in the United States, making it both distinctive and meaningful. Its pronunciation (jah-LEEL) flows smoothly and is generally easy for English speakers to pronounce correctly. The name represents nobility of character and carries spiritual significance for many families.
Jalil is also given to girls.
Pronounced juh-LEEL.
As of October 2026, Jalil ranked #3801 for boys in US births in 2025 and #16352 for girls in US births in 2001 SSA, peaked at #1202 for boys in 2000.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,329 | 56 | 29.2 |
| 2015 | #2,622 | 47 | 24.5 |
| 2016 | #2,055 | 69 | 36.4 |
| 2017 | #2,506 | 51 | 27.6 |
| 2018 | #2,486 | 52 | 28.6 |
| 2019 | #2,502 | 53 | 29.5 |
| 2020 | #2,176 | 64 | 37.1 |
| 2021 | #2,747 | 46 | 26.3 |
| 2022 | #3,177 | 38 | 21.8 |
| 2023 | #3,368 | 35 | 20.5 |
| 2024 | #4,348 | 24 | 13.9 |
| 2025 | #3,801 | 29 | 17 |