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Jaleel

♂ Boy

Pronounced juh-LEEL /dʒəˈliːl/High

Meaning: Majestic; exalted; great; from Arabic jalil (great, majestic, noble) — Al-Jalil (The Majestic) is one of the 99 Names of Allah in IslamHigh

In 30 seconds: An Arabic name meaning 'majestic' or 'exalted,' from jalil (great, noble). Al-Jalil (The Majestic) is one of the 99 Names of Allah — making Jaleel a name of profound Islamic significance. Known in the U.S. through actor Jaleel White.

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Origin HighArabic

MeaningMajestic; exalted; great; from Arabic jalil (great, majestic, noble) — Al-Jalil (The Majestic) is one of the 99 Names of Allah in Islam

U.S. rank (2024)#2345 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births60 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1994

Total births (all-time)≈ 4,829

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Jaleel derives from Arabic jalil (great, majestic, exalted, noble). Al-Jalil (The Majestic) is one of the 99 Names of Allah in Islam, giving the name profound spiritual weight. It has been used in Muslim communities for centuries.

Jaleel is used across Arab and Muslim communities. In the United States its profile was boosted by actor Jaleel White. Its 2024 ranking of #2345 reflects steady use in African American and Muslim communities.

Did you know? Jaleel White (born 1976) played the iconic Steve Urkel on Family Matters (1989–1998) — one of American sitcom television's most beloved characters. His name Jaleel became familiar to millions of TV viewers across the 1990s.

Overall data confidence 92%

Behind the Name — Jaleel — Arabic etymologyU.S. Social Security Administration — popularity data

Variations

JalilJaleal

Nicknames

JayLeel

Famous Bearers

★Jaleel White (1976–present)
American actor known for playing Steve Urkel on the sitcom Family Matters (1989–1998).

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jaleel mean?

Jaleel means 'majestic,' 'exalted,' or 'great' from Arabic jalil. Al-Jalil (The Majestic) is one of the 99 Names of Allah.

How do you pronounce Jaleel?

It's said juh-LEEL /dʒəˈliːl/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Jaleel a boy or girl name?

Jaleel is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Jaleel?

Jaleel ranked #2345 for U.S. boys in 2024.