Aahil

♂ Boy

Pronounced AH-hil /ˈɑ.hɪl/High

Meaning: From Arabic — commonly glossed 'prince, great king/emperor' — a modern double-a favoriteLow

In 30 seconds: A small emperor, double-a sealed: Aahil is glossed 'prince, great ruler' — Bollywood royalty included (Salman Khan's nephew). Modern South Asia's crown pick.

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Origin MediumArabic

MeaningFrom Arabic — commonly glossed 'prince, great king/emperor' — a modern double-a favorite

U.S. rank (2024)#3777 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births29 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2016

Total births (all-time)≈ 886

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Aahil is a modern Muslim name, commonly glossed 'prince, great ruler' (classical attestation thin, which we note). South Asian celebrity use lifted it this century.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, princely in gloss, and current.

Did you know? Aahil rides the same double-a wave as Aarav and Aayan — long-vowel openings that make modern South Asian names chime like chants.

Overall data confidence 60%

Islamic name references — Aahil — gloss informal

Variations

AhilAaheel

Nicknames

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If you like Aahil…

Aayan— a fellow double-a modern favorite

Aarav— the companion chart-topper

Amir— the classical 'prince' beside it

Ahil— the single-a twin

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Aahil mean?

Aahil is commonly glossed 'prince, great ruler'; classical attestation is thin, so we flag it.

How do you pronounce Aahil?

It's said AH-hil /ˈɑ.hɪl/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Aahil a boy or girl name?

Aahil is a boy's name.

How popular is Aahil?

Aahil is a rare name in the U.S.