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Jaleel
BoyArabic· “majestic, great”
- Meaning
- majestic, great
- Origin
- Arabic
- Pronunciation
- juh-LEEL
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #1,983
- US babies 2025
- 77
- Best rank
- #652 (1994)
- Peak year
- 1994
Meaning and origin of Jaleel
Jaleel is an Arabic name that means “majestic, great”.
Jaleel comes from the Arabic jalil, meaning majestic, great or exalted. Al-Jalil, the Majestic, is one of the names of God in Islam, so the name carries a sense of reverence. It is used in the Arabic-speaking world and in Muslim families elsewhere, and it has also become familiar in the United States. The name has a smooth, strong sound and a dignified meaning. Nicknames could include Jal or Leel.
Popularity over time
Jaleel first appears in US Social Security records in 1971. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 10 different years, starting in 1991. Its best national rank was #652 in 1994, the same year it reached its highest count of 255 babies. In 2025, 77 babies were named Jaleel, and it ranked #1,983 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #6,664 in 1980, #1,001 in 2000, #1,174 in 2010, and #1,983 in 2025. Of the 4,906 US boys named Jaleel since records began, 36% were born in the 1990s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 1,287 babies. Since 2010, 1,697 more have been named Jaleel.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Ladarius, Heriberto, Trever, Rashawn, and Brandan.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Jaleel ranked highest in North Carolina, Georgia, and Florida.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | #898 | 9 |
| Georgia | #948 | 9 |
| Florida | #1714 | 6 |
| California | #2608 | 5 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Jaleel is usually pronounced juh-LEEL, with two syllables. It has six letters, starts with J and ends in “-el”.
Middle names for Jaleel
A few middle names that flow with Jaleel: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Jaleel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jaleel mean?
Jaleel is an Arabic name that means “majestic, great”.
What is the origin of the name Jaleel?
Jaleel has Arabic roots. Jaleel comes from the Arabic jalil, meaning majestic, great or exalted.
Is Jaleel a popular name?
Not especially. Jaleel ranked #1,983 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Jaleel a boy or girl name?
Jaleel is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Jaleel?
Jaleel is usually pronounced juh-LEEL. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings