Jaleel
Jaleel is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Great, exalted, noble, or majestic.
Origin and history
Jaleel is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning noble, exalted, or majestic. It gained significant cultural recognition in the United States during the 1990s and continues to see steady modern use.
Popularity in the United States
4,906 babies in the United States have been named Jaleel since 1880. It ranks #1742 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1429.
States where it is most popular
- NY (12.8 %)
- IL (9 %)
- GA (8.2 %)
- NC (8.1 %)
- FL (7 %)
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 | 74 |
| 1980-1990 | 66 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,782 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,287 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,189 |
| 2020-2029 | 508 |
Famous people named Jaleel
- Jaleel White: Actor, Producer
- Jaleel Cousins: Athlete, Basketball Player
Fun facts
- In Arabic traditions, the name derives from a root associated with majesty and sublime greatness.
- The name saw a dramatic rise in U.S. popularity during the 1990s following actor Jaleel White's iconic television role.