Khalil
Boy name · 6 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Khalil: 6 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1974.
Khalil traces its roots to Arabic, where it means "friend" or "intimate companion"—most famously linked to the Prophet Abraham, known as *Khalil Allah* (the Friend of God). One of the most celebrated bearers is Khalil Gibran, the Lebanese-American poet and painter behind *The Prophet*, whose work continues to inspire readers worldwide. In sports, American football linebacker Khalil Mack has made a formidable name for himself in the NFL. While no major places share this specific name directly, its spiritual resonance appears across Muslim-majority cultures. A notable variant is Khalilullah, which adds the element for "God," and the name enjoys enduring popularity in Scotland and beyond, reflecting its warm meaning and cross-cultural appeal.
Boy 2 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 19743 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #7623 babies
- Total births
- 6since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y