Kalil
kah-LEEL
Popularity
#4621
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Arabic
Total Births
1,307
Peak Year
#61 in 2000
First Recorded
1977
Style
Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Kalil is an Arabic name meaning "friend" or "beloved". It's often associated with warmth, loyalty, and companionship.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
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