Adil
a-dil
US Popularity:6898
Origin:Arabic
Meaning:righteous, fairness, justice
Adil is a boy’s name that means “righteous,” “fairness,” and “justice.” A popular masculine given name throughout the Islamic world, Adil comes from the Arabic word adl, of the same meaning. Adil not only has laudatory meanings, but kingly associations. The Adil Shahi dynasty ruled the Sultanate of Bijapur in Southern India for centuries, and many of its rulers were called Adil. If you want a slightly more uncommon spelling, Adel is also a great option.
How Popular Is The Name Adil?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Adil is currently #2036 on The Bump
Boy:Adil is currently #1147 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Adil is currently #6898 in U.S. births
Boy:Adil is currently #3220 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#3220
in 2023
- 304
from 2022
Sources
WordSense Dictionary, Adil
Name Doctor, Adil
Behind the Name, Adil, June 2023
Britannica, Adil Shahi Dynasty, October 2023
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