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Hadeel

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Hadeel: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2007.

The name Hadeel has Arabic origins, derived from the word for the soft, melodic cooing of a dove—a sound that symbolises peace and tranquillity. It is primarily used in Arabic-speaking communities, though it has occasionally appeared among Scotland’s diverse baby names in recent decades. Notable bearers include Hadeel Abdel-Aziz, a Syrian refugee rights advocate, and Palestinian journalist Hadeel Anabtawi, both known for their courage. While there are no major place connections, the name shares its gentle phonetic quality with Hadil, a common variant. For expectant parents drawn to names with a calming, lyrical feel, Hadeel evokes a sense of grace and quiet strength.

Girl 1 of 52 years

Peak year
20073 babies
Latest (2007)
#7443 babies
Total births
3since 2007
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2007 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).