Boy
Bilal
Bilal is a long-established Arabic boy’s name associated with water and moisture, with a place in Islamic history.
Meaning
Bilal is generally understood to mean water or moisture. These closely related meanings reflect the name’s connection to water.
Origin
The name is Arabic, commonly traced to belâl, a root associated with water. It is also known as the name of a prominent companion of the Prophet Muhammad.
In recent years
A long-standing classic, Bilal ranks 96th in the latest official top hundred, with a best-ever position of 40th. It has appeared 45 times overall, including all five most recent lists, though its ranking has eased slightly lately.
How does it look on a plaque?
Bilal looks lovely in simple lettering above a baby’s birth date on a Meşgalem wooden name plaque.
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