MallowbyNames

Bijal

बिजलbee-JAHL · Adorned, brilliant

Peak popularity
1984
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Bijal since 1978

Babies named Bijal per year in U.S. Social Security records.

4913198020002020Most births 1984Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1970s17
1980s60
1990s46
2000s5
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Bijal is a name of Sanskrit and Gujarati origin, carrying the meaning 'adorned' or 'brilliant'. It first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1978, with its peak usage occurring in 1984. Since then, its popularity has remained stable but very low, with fewer than five births per year in recent decades. The name does not appear in the top 1000 names for any year, reflecting its rarity even among Indian-American families. Despite its uncommon status, Bijal holds cultural significance within Gujarati communities and is often chosen for its melodic sound and positive meaning.

Bijal is a feminine name of Sanskrit origin, derived from the word 'vijala' meaning 'adorned' or 'brilliant'. It is commonly used in Gujarati-speaking communities in India and among the diaspora. The name has been in consistent but modest use since the late 20th century.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Biji, Jal

Variants: Bija

Sibling names for Bijal

Names that share Bijal's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Anika, Kavya, Priya, Riya, Trisha

Brothers: Amit, Deepak, Kunal, Rahul, Vijay

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Bijal mean?
Bijal is a name of Sanskrit origin meaning 'adorned' or 'brilliant'.
How popular is the name Bijal?
Bijal is a rare name. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1978 and peaked in popularity in 1984. It does not rank in the top 1000 names.
Is Bijal a boy's or girl's name?
Bijal is primarily a girl's name, though it can be used for any gender.