Holding steady.
Popularity of Billal since 1990
Babies named Billal per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 80 |
| 2000s | 48 |
| 2010s | 14 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Billal is a spelling variant of the classic Arabic name Bilal. In the United States, its usage is very rare: first recorded in 1990, it peaked in 1993 and has since maintained a stable, low frequency. The name carries strong religious and cultural significance due to Bilal ibn Rabah, a prominent figure in early Islamic history. Families choosing this name often do so to honor tradition and faith.
Billal is a variant spelling of Bilal, a name of Arabic origin derived from the root b-l-l (ب ل ل), which conveys the concept of wetness or moisture. In Islamic tradition, Bilal ibn Rabah was a revered companion of the Prophet Muhammad, known for being the first muezzin. The name has been borne across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities globally, often chosen to honor this historical figure.
“Billal” around the world
Where Billal lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Bilal, Belaal
Sibling names for Billal
Names that share Billal's style, for a brother or sister.
