Meaning: Close friend
The story
Khalil means a close friend in Arabic. The meaning emphasizes intimacy and affection, with an established religious association.
Nicknames
- Kal
Spellings & variants
- Kahlil
- Khaleel
- Halil
Popularity
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In the US top 1,000 — familiar, not everywhere.
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Origins
Khalil comes from Arabic.
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