Gamal
Pronunciation: [ g-uhm-AHL ]
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Gamal first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 491 babies have been named Gamal in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gamal is past its peak , currently ranked #13,234 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,234
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Gamal
Gamal is a boy name .
Gamal is currently ranked #13,234 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gamal include Gam, Gaie, and Gamkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Gamal include Gamaliel . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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