The nameHilal
Hilal is an Arabic and Turkish name, given to girls and boys alike. It has been used in France since the 1970s.
- Unisex name
- Arabic
Meaning
Hilal means the crescent moon.
Origin
Arabic, through Turkish.
History
Found in France since 1974, Hilal has been given steadily since the 1990s, slightly more often to girls, with a peak in the mid 2000s.
Popularity of the name Hilal
Hilal in France
Hilal was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 490 births over the decade, 30% of all recorded babies named Hilal. Its rise began around 1980, and it peaked in 2006. Half of all babies named Hilal in France were born before 2006, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 37 births a year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hilal mean?
Hilal means the crescent moon.
What is the origin of the name Hilal?
Arabic, through Turkish.
Is Hilal a girl's or a boy's name?
Hilal is a unisex name, given to both girls and boys.