NAME PROFILE
Bilal
Bilal is an Arabic name meaning 'moist' or 'wet.' It is often associated with freshness and vitality. The name carries a deep historical and cultural resonance, particularly within the Islamic community, symbolizing strength, faith, and an important legacy.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,863 |
| Gender | Male (70% / 30%) |
| Peak year | 2018 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1974 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Arabic, Islamic |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 24%IL — 21%CA — 20%NJ — 19%TX — 16%
Notable People
Bilal ibn Rabah (Companion of the Prophet Muhammad, first muezzin) · Bilal Hassani (French singer and influencer) · Bilal El Khannous (Moroccan footballer) · Bilal Kanaan (Lebanese actor) · Bilal Kamil (Afghan poet)
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