Bilal
boy name#1212 in 2025Bilal entered the US charts in 1964, peaked at #954 in 2002, ranks #1212 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1964–2025
#1212
rank today
#954
peak (2002)
167
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3741 |
| 1970s | #2435 |
| 1980s | #1342 |
| 1990s | #1101 |
| 2000s | #1143 |
| 2010s | #1180 |
| 2020s | #1215 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Bilal has been most popular in NY, CA, MN.
Living bearers
About 5,700 people named Bilal are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bilal alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bilal in 2025?
- Bilal ranks #1212 among US boy names in 2025, with 167 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bilal most popular?
- Bilal peaked in 2002, reaching #954 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Bilal with classmates?
- Bilal will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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