Find out how popular the first name Sohil has been for the last 27 years (from 1995 to 2021) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sohil by gender

Based on the last 27 years of data, Sohil is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2021, there were 7 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Sohil.

The history of the first name Sohil

The name Sohil is of Persian origin, derived from the Persian word "sohil," meaning "shore" or "coast." This name gained popularity during the Middle Ages in regions of modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, and parts of Central Asia.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sohil can be found in the epic Persian poem, Shahnameh, written by the renowned poet Ferdowsi in the late 10th century. In this literary masterpiece, Sohil is mentioned as the name of a character, suggesting its usage during that era.

The name Sohil has been associated with various historical figures throughout the centuries. One notable individual was Sohil al-Din Mahmud Shah, a 13th-century ruler of the Delhi Sultanate in India. He reigned from 1266 to 1287 CE and was known for his patronage of art and architecture.

Another prominent figure bearing the name Sohil was Sohil Khan, a 17th-century Mughal military commander and governor of Bengal during the reign of Emperor Aurangzeb. He played a crucial role in suppressing revolts and consolidating Mughal control over the region.

In the 19th century, Sohil Bukhari was a renowned Islamic scholar and Sufi mystic from Afghanistan. He authored several works on Islamic jurisprudence and spirituality, contributing significantly to the intellectual discourse of his time.

Moving into the modern era, Sohil Khan was a celebrated Pakistani cricketer who played for the national team in the 1970s and 1980s. He was a skilled all-rounder and represented Pakistan in several Test matches and One Day Internationals.

Sohil Anwar, born in 1975, is a prominent Pakistani lawyer and human rights activist. He has been actively involved in advocating for civil liberties and has worked on numerous high-profile cases related to human rights violations in Pakistan.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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