The nameKemal
Kemal is the Turkish form of Kamal.
- Boy's name
- Turkish
Meaning
From the Arabic kamal, "perfection".
Origin
Turkish, of Arabic origin.
History
Borne by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of modern Turkey, it has been given in France since the 1950s.
Popularity of the name Kemal
Kemal in France
1308thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
2025peak year (25 births)
730babies named Kemal in France since 1900
Kemal was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 170 births over the decade, 23% of all recorded babies named Kemal. Its rise began around 1953, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Kemal in France were born before 2002.
Kemal in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Kemal mean?
From the Arabic kamal, "perfection".
What is the origin of the name Kemal?
Turkish, of Arabic origin.
Is Kemal a girl's or a boy's name?
Kemal is a boy's name.