Kamahl
An Arabic masculine name meaning "the perfect one".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Kamahl. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Kamahl today is around 31 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Kamahl births was 1994 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Kamahl. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Kamahl with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Kamahl. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1994
5 babies that year
Average age
31
years old
1994 SSA rank
#9,562
Tracked since 1994
Popularity
Kamahl: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Kamahl by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Kamahl during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Kamahl
The name Kamahl is of Arabic origin, rooted in the language and culture of the Middle East. Its earliest known usage dates back to the 7th century CE, where it was believed to be derived from the Arabic word "kamal" meaning "perfection" or "completeness."
In its original form, Kamahl was a masculine given name commonly found in regions influenced by Islamic culture and traditions. It rose to prominence during the era of the Islamic Golden Age, a period renowned for its advancements in various fields, including literature, philosophy, and sciences.
One of the earliest recorded references to the name Kamahl can be found in the writings of renowned Islamic scholars and poets from the 8th and 9th centuries. These works often praised individuals bearing this name for their virtues, wisdom, and achievements, further solidifying its positive connotations.
Throughout history, several notable figures have carried the name Kamahl. One of the most prominent was Kamahl ibn al-Fayiz (c. 790-857 CE), a renowned mathematician and astronomer from modern-day Iraq. His contributions to the fields of algebra and trigonometry were instrumental in shaping the scientific developments of his time.
Another influential figure was Kamahl al-Dimashqi (c. 1256-1349 CE), a Syrian scholar and traveler who authored a comprehensive work on the geography and cultures of the regions he visited. His writings provided invaluable insights into the societies and customs of his era.
In the realm of literature, Kamahl al-Ghazali (c. 1058-1111 CE), a Persian philosopher and mystic, left an indelible mark with his profound works exploring the intersection of reason, faith, and spirituality. His magnum opus, "The Revival of the Religious Sciences," is considered a masterpiece of Islamic thought.
The name Kamahl also found its way into the annals of military history through figures like Kamahl ibn Qurra (c. 810-896 CE), a renowned Arab general and strategist who played a pivotal role in the defense of the Abbasid Caliphate against rival forces.
Lastly, in the field of poetry, Kamahl al-Kindi (c. 801-873 CE), an Arab philosopher and poet, gained recognition for his lyrical compositions that celebrated the beauty of nature and the human experience. His poetic works continue to resonate with readers across generations.
These are just a few examples of the numerous influential individuals who have borne the name Kamahl throughout history, each leaving an indelible mark on their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.
People
Kamahl + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Kamahl as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Kamahl: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Kamahl?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Kamahl going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Kamahl a common name?
We classify Kamahl as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Kamahl most popular?
The single biggest year for Kamahl was 1994, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Kamahl is about 31 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Kamahl in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Kamahl a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Kamahl in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Kamahl still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Kamahl in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Kamahl can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Kamahl as a first name?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.