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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 births5,863
GenderMale (70% / 30%)
Peak year2018
Peak generationGen A
First recorded1974
Most recent2025
Syllables2
OriginArabic, Islamic
Comeback nameNo

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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