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At a Glance: Name: Hilal – Meaning: crescent moon – Origin: Arabic – Gender: used for both boys and girls – Pronunciation: hih-LAHL
Hilal is an Arabic name meaning "crescent moon," pronounced hih-LAHL. It's a short, three-syllable name with a clear image behind it, which makes it easy to explain to family and friends.
Meaning & Origin of Hilal
Meaning: Crescent moon.
Origin: Arabic.
Source: Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Hilal
Phonetic: hih-LAHL IPA: /hɪˈlɑːl/
Popularity of Hilal
Hilal is a rare name in the U.S. It peaked at #6969 in 2022 with 12 babies, and by 2024 it sat at #10243 with 7. The Social Security data covers 1995 to 2024.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1995–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Hilal mean?
Crescent moon. (Source: Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hilal)
How do you pronounce Hilal?
Hilal is pronounced hih-LAHL (IPA: /hɪˈlɑːl/).
Is Hilal a popular name right now?
Hilal peaked at #6969 in 2022 and is ranked #10243 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1995–2024.)
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