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Bilaal

♂ Boy

Pronounced bih-LAHL /bɪˈlɑːl/Medium

Meaning: From the Arabic Bilaal (Bilal), often read as 'moisture; freshness; that which wets the throat.' Bilal ibn Rabah was the first muezzin of Islam, which we note with respect. A cherished heritage name.Low

In 30 seconds: A cherished Arabic name: Bilaal means 'moisture; freshness' (said 'bih-LAHL'). Deeply honored in Islam, which we note with respect.
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Origin MediumArabic
MeaningFrom the Arabic Bilaal (Bilal), often read as 'moisture; freshness; that which wets the throat.' Bilal ibn Rabah was the first muezzin of Islam, which we note with respect. A cherished heritage name.
U.S. rank (2024)#11087 ↗ Rising
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)≈ 125

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 202219902024

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Bilaal comes from the Arabic Bilal, 'moisture; freshness.' It is cherished for Bilal ibn Rabah, the first muezzin of Islam, which we note with respect. Warm and honored, it is rare in the U.S. (said 'bih-LAHL').

In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in Muslim families. Rare, honored, and warm.

Did you know? Bilaal (Bilal) is often read as 'moisture; freshness' - and Bilal ibn Rabah was the first muezzin of Islam, giving the name deep honor, which we note with respect (said 'bih-LAHL').
Overall data confidence 55%
References - Bilaal — Arabic 'moisture; freshness'; Bilal the first muezzin, noted respectfully

Variations

BilalBelalBilel

Nicknames

BiliLal

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Bilaal mean?

Bilaal is Arabic, often read as 'moisture; freshness'; Bilal ibn Rabah was the first muezzin of Islam, which we note with respect.

How do you pronounce Bilaal?

It's said bih-LAHL /bɪˈlɑːl/ - two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Bilaal a boy or girl name?

Bilaal is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Bilaal?

Bilaal is a rare name in the U.S.

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