Khalil: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced kuh-LEEL · 2 syllables
Khalil means “friend”, from Arabic.
Borrowed from Arabic (kalil, “friend”).
- Meaning
- friend
- Origin
- Arabic
- Pronunciation
- kuh-LEEL
- US rank (2025)
- #384
- US babies a year
- about 998 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2020
- Style
- Rising
How popular is Khalil?
Khalil was the #384 name in the US in 2025, given to 826 babies. It’s rising: up 55% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #384 |
| England & Wales | #392 |
| Ireland | #639 |
| France | #222 |
| Canada | #557 |
| Australia | #913 |
How old are people named Khalil?
Half of US adults named Khalil are older than 27; most are between 19 and 44. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Khalil
What does the name Khalil mean?
Khalil means “friend”. It comes from Arabic.
How do you pronounce Khalil?
Khalil is pronounced kuh-LEEL.
How popular is the name Khalil?
Khalil was the #384 name in the US in 2025, given to 826 babies. It’s rising: up 55% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 2020.
How old are people named Khalil?
Half of US adults named Khalil are older than 27. Most are between 19 and 44.