Khaleel
Khaleel is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Friend, intimate companion, or beloved friend.
Origin and history
Khaleel is a masculine name of Arabic origin, a variant spelling of Khalil. It means 'friend' or 'beloved companion'. In the United States, it is a relatively uncommon choice but has seen modest, consistent use in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
1,222 babies in the United States have been named Khaleel since 1880. It ranks #3476 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1645.
States where it is most popular
- NY (43.5 %)
- FL (22.4 %)
- TX (9.5 %)
- IL (7.3 %)
- CA (6.9 %)
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 | 14 |
| 1980-1990 | 43 |
| 1990-2000 | 302 |
| 2000-2010 | 283 |
| 2010-2019 | 298 |
| 2020-2029 | 282 |
Famous people named Khaleel
- Khaleel Ahmed: Cricketer
Fun facts
- Khaleel is a common transliteration variant of Khalil, which is popular across the Middle East, South Asia, and North Africa.
- The root of the name is tied to the concept of deep friendship and devotion in Arabic literature and religious texts.