Khahlil
A masculine Arabic name meaning "friend" or "companion".
Name Census estimates that about 7 living Americans carry the first name Khahlil. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Khahlil today is around 30 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Khahlil births was 1995 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Khahlil. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Khahlil. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
7
~ 1 in 48,964,905 Americans
Peak year
1995
7 babies that year
Average age
30
years old
1995 SSA rank
#7,420
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Khahlil: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Khahlil 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 Khahlil 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 | 7 | 0 | 7 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Khahlil
The name Khahlil has its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the root word "khalil," which means "friend" or "beloved." The name can be traced back to ancient times in the Middle East and North Africa, where it has been used for centuries.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Khahlil can be found in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. In the Quran, the name is mentioned as a title given to the Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), who is referred to as "Khalilullah," meaning "the friend of God." This association with the revered prophet has contributed to the name's significance and popularity among Muslims.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Khahlil. One of the most famous was Khalil Gibran (1883-1931), a Lebanese-American poet, philosopher, and artist, best known for his poetic work "The Prophet." His writings explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition, and he is regarded as one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th century.
Another prominent individual with the name Khahlil was Khalil al-Wazir (1901-1948), an Arab nationalist and co-founder of the Palestinian political party, Fatah. He played a significant role in the struggle for Palestinian self-determination and is considered a martyr by many Palestinians.
In the realm of sports, Khalil Mack (born 1991) is a notable American football player who currently plays as a defensive end for the Los Angeles Chargers in the National Football League (NFL). He has been named to multiple Pro Bowls and earned numerous accolades for his outstanding defensive skills.
Khalil Gibran Muhammad (born 1972) is an American scholar and former director of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. He is renowned for his research on African American history and has authored several books on the subject, including "The Condemnation of Blackness: Race, Crime, and the Making of Modern Urban America."
Khalil Fong (born 1959) is a Hong Kong singer, songwriter, and actor who has had a successful career spanning several decades. He is known for his unique blend of Western and Chinese musical styles and has won numerous awards for his contributions to the Cantopop genre.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Khahlil. The name's rich cultural heritage and associations with influential figures have contributed to its enduring popularity and significance across various regions and communities.
People
Khahlil + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Khahlil 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
Khahlil: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Khahlil?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 7 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Khahlil 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 48,964,905 US residents.
Is Khahlil a common name?
We classify Khahlil as "Very Rare". It ranks above 23.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 7 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Khahlil most popular?
The single biggest year for Khahlil was 1995, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Khahlil is about 30 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 Khahlil in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Khahlil a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Khahlil 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 Khahlil still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Khahlil 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 Khahlil 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 common is the name Khahlil?
For a quick modern take, check how many people share the name Khahlil on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.