Belal
Belal is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Moisture, refreshing, or satisfaction.
Origin and history
Belal is a male name of Arabic origin meaning moisture, refreshing, or satisfaction. It is a variant spelling of Bilal, a name historically associated with the first muezzin in Islam. In the United States, it is a relatively rare modern name used primarily within Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities.
Popularity in the United States
708 babies in the United States have been named Belal since 1880. It ranks #3968 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1849.
States where it is most popular
- CA (57.1 %)
- MI (23.4 %)
- IL (6.5 %)
- NY (6.5 %)
- TX (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 12 |
| 1980-1990 | 86 |
| 1990-2000 | 184 |
| 2000-2010 | 192 |
| 2010-2019 | 156 |
| 2020-2029 | 78 |
Famous people named Belal
- Belal Muhammad: Mixed Martial Artist
Fun facts
- Belal is an alternative Latin-alphabet spelling of the traditional Arabic name Bilal.
- The original bearer of the root name was known for his beautiful calling voice and steadfast faith.