Jaleel
Boy nameJaleel has been given to 4,930 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It peaked in 1994. In 2025, about 1 in 22,183 boys was named Jaleel.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
4,930
Peak year
1994 (255 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1971
10-year trend
▼ -21%
Gender split
0% girls / 100% boys
Famous people named Jaleel
Jaleel White
American actor (born 1976)
Notability data from Wikidata (CC0).
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FAQ
How popular is the name Jaleel?
Jaleel has been given to 4,930 babies in the U.S. since 1971. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Jaleel peak?
Jaleel peaked in 1994, when 255 babies were given the name.
Is Jaleel a girl or boy name?
Jaleel is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Jaleel are boys).
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