Bilal

The first name Bilal (بلال) is a male name of Arabic origin, widely used in many Arab, Persian, and Turkish regions. The meaning of the name can be summarized as "the refreshment", "the moist", "the moistening", "thirst-quenching", or simply "the water".

What does the name Bilal mean?

The name Bilal (بلال) has Arabic roots and is common in various cultures of the Arab, Persian, and Turkish regions. It is interpreted as "the refreshment", "the moist", "the moistening", "thirst-quenching", or simply "the water". It derives from the Arabic word bilal, meaning "the refreshment", or from the term balla, which means "to moisten" or "to wet". The first muezzin of Islam was Bilal ibn Rabah, a man of Abyssinian descent. One of the companions of the Prophet Mohammed also bore this name. Additionally, Bilal is also common as a surname. Variations of the name include Belal, Billal, Bilaal, and Bilel.

Where does the name Bilal come from?

The name Bilal is an Arabic first name associated with the meanings "the moist" or "the refreshment". The etymology is based on the Arabic composition bilal for "the refreshment" or balla for "to moisten" and "to wet". The name is widespread in several languages, including Arabic, Azerbaijani, Muslim, Persian, Turkish, and Urdu.

How do you pronounce Bilal?

The pronunciation of the name Bilal is two syllables and clearly structured. In German, it is usually pronounced as "Bi-lal" [biˈlaːl], with the first syllable starting with a short I sound that is neutral. The second syllable is stressed and contains a long A. The final l gives a soft sound. Bilal conveys an impression of dignity and clarity – a name that sounds harmonious and powerful.

When is the name day of Bilal?

The name day for Bilal is celebrated on December 11.

Popularity

In Germany, Bilal is among the most sought-after first names. Currently, it ranks 210th on the list of the most common male first names. The name reached its highest ranking in 2007 at 133rd place. Over the last ten years, Bilal has been given as a first name approximately 3,800 times, placing it 199th in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 193rd. Worldwide, the name Bilal shows varying popularity in different countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Bilalinho / Bilalovic / Billi / Billy / Billyboy / Bilo / Bilobär / Bilol / Bilou / Boblel / Lal

Famous people

• Abdullah Nooh Bilal Al-Hamar (football player from Oman)
• Bilal Abuhamda (Qatari footballer)
• Bilal Akgüvercin (German football player)
• Bilal Aziz (football player)
• Bilal Boutobba (French footballer)
• Bilal Clarance (Danish basketball player)
• Bilal Gülden (German football player)
• Bilal Gündogdu (football player)
• Bilal Haider (Pakistani cricketer)
• Bilal Hajji (Swedish composer)
• Bilal Khan (Pakistani singer)
• Bilal Kisa (Turkish footballer)
• Bilal Mohammed (football player from Qatar)
• Bilal Moumen (Algerian football player)
• Bilal Najarin (football player from Lebanon)
• Bilal Özdemir (football player from Germany)
• Bilal Philips (writer)
• Bilal Rafiq (Pakistani football player)
• Bilal Rajab (Qatari footballer)
• Bilal Rifaat (Egyptian fencer)