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Hadeel

هديلhah-DEEL · Cooing (as of a pigeon); also interpreted as gentle rain or soft sound.

2025 rank (girls)
#5,917
Babies named in 2025
20
Peak popularity
2017
2025 frequency
1 in 80,363 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Declining since 2004

Declining since 2004, #5,917 for girls today.

Popularity of Hadeel since 1984

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

1123341990200020102020Most births 2017Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s22
1990s189
2000s267
2010s227
2020s81

Meaning & origin

Hadeel is a feminine name of Arabic origin, first recorded in U.S. Social Security data in 1984. Its popularity peaked in 2017, after which it has seen a gradual decline in usage. As of 2025, the name ranks approximately 5,917th nationwide, with roughly 1 in 80,363 newborn girls receiving the name. It is most common in New York and California, reflecting concentrations of Arabic-speaking communities. The name's meaning, associated with the gentle cooing of doves, contributes to its appeal among parents seeking a soft, melodic name with cultural resonance.

Hadeel derives from the Arabic root h-d-l, associated with the cooing sound of a pigeon or dove. It is a nature-inspired name evoking softness and tranquility. Historically used across the Arabic-speaking world, it gained popularity in Muslim communities for its pleasant sound and gentle connotation.

Where Hadeel is most popular

Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Hadi, Deela, Lulu

Variants: Hadeel, Hadele, Hadeal

Sibling names for Hadeel

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

Sisters: Layla, Noor, Sara, Yara, Maya

Brothers: Khalil, Zayn, Omar, Adam, Tariq

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Questions parents ask

What does Hadeel mean?
Hadeel means cooing, as of a pigeon or dove. It also suggests gentle rain or a soft sound in some interpretations.
How popular is Hadeel?
Hadeel ranked 5,917th in the United States in 2025, with about 1 in every 80,363 baby girls given the name. Its popularity peaked in 2017.
Is Hadeel a boy or girl name?
Hadeel is almost exclusively used as a feminine name.