Jaleel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jaleel originates from Arabic, meaning 'great' or 'exalted'. It has evolved from the form Jalil and is associated with honor and greatness. While it has no biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the late 20th century among Muslim communities. The name is currently seen as unique and culturally significant.
The name Jaleel is most popular in Maryland, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jaleel 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, 'Jaleel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4643rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1156th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1136th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1669th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24966th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 26403rd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jaleel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaleel"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈliːl/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Jaleel is derived from the Arabic word 'jalil', which means 'great' or 'exalted'. It is often used to signify someone who is honorable or has great stature.
Meaning
great, exalted, honorable
Language Evolution
Jalil, Jaleel
Historical Usage
The name Jaleel gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among Muslim communities, as it embodies positive attributes and is often given to boys.
Variants & Derivatives
Jalil, Jalilullah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jaleel is perceived as a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with positive traits such as honor and greatness.
Famous People
Jaleel White - American actor known for his role as Steve Urkel on 'Family Matters'., Jaleel Johnson - American football player.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaleel"
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 "Jaleel"
"Jaleel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4643rd of 10718 | 79 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1156th of 16616 | 1,293 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1136th of 24088 | 2,293 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1669th of 23106 | 1,164 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24966th of 27321 | 7 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 26403rd of 35406 | 17 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaleel" 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) |
- |
55.90% 1947th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
26.27% 968th/3685 |
15.28% 684th/4475 |
19.27% 1001st/5194 |
34.94% 2207th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.61% 1082nd/4582 |
17.89% 924th/5164 |
12.79% 935th/7313 |
27.56% 2057th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.09% 1438th/3984 |
47.76% 2143rd/4487 |
20.68% 1411th/6822 |
49.52% 3108th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jaleel" 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 "Jaleel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaleel" 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.