Jimal

Jimal appears to be a contemporary name with several possible origins. It may be related to Jamal, an Arabic name meaning 'beauty' or 'handsome,' with a modified spelling. Alternatively, it could be connected to Jamil, another Arabic name with similar meaning. The specific spelling variant 'Jimal' emerged in usage records in the United States primarily in the latter half of the 20th century. The name has been given predominantly to boys but remains relatively uncommon in overall naming statistics. Without more linguistic documentation, it's difficult to determine whether Jimal represents a deliberate variation of these Arabic names or has independent origins. The name's phonetic structure, with its soft consonants and open vowel sounds, gives it a melodic quality that may contribute to its appeal.

Pronounced JIM-ul.

As of October 2026, Jimal ranked #12976 in US births in 2015 SSA, peaked at #5866 in 1975.