Adil Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Adil originates from Arabic, meaning justice or fairness. It has evolved from the Classical Arabic form Adel. The name is associated with positive traits such as integrity and fairness, and it does not have a biblical background. It has become popular in the last century, especially in regions where justice is a valued principle.
The name Adil is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Adil has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Adil' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5873rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2761st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2687th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3051st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Adil' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adil"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːdɪl/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Adil derives from the Arabic word 'adl', which means 'justice' or 'fairness'. It is commonly used in Arabic-speaking countries.
Meaning
justice, fairness
Language Evolution
Adil (Modern Arabic), Adel (Classical Arabic)
Historical Usage
The name Adil has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in the Middle East and South Asia, over the last century as values of justice and fairness have become more emphasized.
Variants & Derivatives
Adel, Adeel, Adila
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Adil is seen as a strong name associated with justice and integrity. It is well-regarded in many cultures.
Famous People
Adil Rashid (English cricketer), Adil Al-Mahmoud (Kuwaiti politician), Adil Hossain (Bangladeshi actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adil"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Adil"
"Adil" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5873rd of 10718 | 45 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2761st of 16616 | 352 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2687th of 24088 | 642 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3051st of 23106 | 465 |
Regional Popularity of "Adil" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
61.30% 2259th/3685 |
34.15% 1528th/4475 |
50.79% 2638th/5194 |
42.54% 2687th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.90% 2378th/4582 |
30.05% 1552nd/5164 |
46.37% 3391st/7313 |
37.29% 2783rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.97% 2150th/3984 |
42.99% 1929th/4487 |
62.05% 4233rd/6822 |
62.16% 3901st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Adil" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adil"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adil" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.