"great, majestic, exalted"
Origin: Arabic j-l-l
Language: Arabic
Jalil
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Meaning & Origin
"the majestic one"
Origin: One of the 99 names of Allah
Language: Arabic/Islamic
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The Story of Jalil
Jalil comes from the Arabic root j-l-l meaning great, majestic, or exalted. Al-Jalil (The Majestic) is one of the 99 names of God in Islam, making Jalil a name with profound religious significance. Names derived from divine attributes are highly respected in Islamic naming tradition, and parents who choose such names are seen as honoring the divine through their child.
Jalil is widely used across the Arabic-speaking world, Iran (as Jalil), and among Muslim communities in South Asia and the diaspora. Actor Jaleel White became known to American audiences through his role as Steve Urkel on Family Matters, bringing an Americanized variant of the name into popular consciousness.
In Islamic tradition, Al-Jalil (The Majestic, The Exalted) is one of the Asma ul-Husna — the 99 beautiful names of Allah. Naming a child with a variation of a divine attribute is considered a blessing and a hope that the child will embody something of that quality. The name is revered in Arab, Persian, and South Asian Muslim cultures.
Historical Record
Jalil first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 2,880 babies have been named Jalil in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jalil is past its peak , currently ranked #4,415 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Al-Jalil (The Majestic) is one of the 99 names of God in Islam, giving the name Jalil profound religious resonance
- The Arabic root j-l-l appears in the phrase Allahu Akbar — Allah is great/majestic
- Actor Jaleel White played Steve Urkel on Family Matters, one of the most iconic TV characters of the 1990s
Jalil in Other Languages
Urdu
جلیل
Arabic
جليل
Hebrew
ג'ליל
Persian
جلیل
Turkish
Celil
Popularity Over Time
#4,415
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 2000
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jalil
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Jalil Lespert
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1976
French actor and director known for his roles in French cinema and the film Yves Saint Laurent
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,415
- Total SSA Count
- 24
- Cultural Origins
- Arabic Muslim Persian South Asian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Jal
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jalil
What does the name Jalil mean?
"great, majestic, exalted" (from Arabic j-l-l). "the majestic one" (from One of the 99 names of Allah). Jalil comes from the Arabic root j-l-l meaning great, majestic, or exalted. Al-Jalil (The Majestic) is one of the 99 names of God in Islam, making Jalil a name with profound religious significance. Names derived from divine attributes are highly respected in Islamic naming tradition, and parents who choose such names are seen as honoring the divine through their child.
What is the origin of the name Jalil?
Jalil has Arabic j-l-l, One of the 99 names of Allah, Arabic, Muslim, Persian, and South Asian origins. In Arabic j-l-l, it means "great, majestic, exalted". In One of the 99 names of Allah, it means "the majestic one".
Is Jalil a boy or girl name?
Jalil is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4415. As a girl name, it is ranked #50703. Jalil is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jalil?
Jalil is currently ranked #4415 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jalil?
Common nicknames for Jalil include Jal.
What are good middle names for Jalil?
Popular middle name pairings include Jalil Ahmad, Jalil Hassan, Jalil Ibrahim, Jalil Omar, Jalil Yusuf, Jalil Tariq, and Jalil Kareem.
What are good sibling names for Jalil?
Names that pair well with Jalil as siblings include Kareem, Nadia, Rashid, Fatima, Rahim, and Laila.
How many syllables does Jalil have?
Jalil has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jalil a common or rare name?
Jalil is an uncommon name, ranked #4415 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Jalil
Jalil is a boy name with Arabic, Muslim, Persian, and South Asian origins . The name means "great, majestic, exalted" in Arabic j-l-l .
Is Jalil a boy or girl name? Jalil is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,415 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #50,703. Jalil is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jalil is currently ranked #4,415 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jalil has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jalil include Jal. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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