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UK boy's name

Fadil

A boy's name of Arabic origin meaning "virtue" or "excellence".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Fadil is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Fadil popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 8 births.

This profile covers 77 England and Wales registrations across 18 recorded years from 2001 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 38% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 76 living people in the UK are called Fadil. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Fadil ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2015, when 8 boys were registered as Fadil.
  • About 76 living people in the UK are estimated to have Fadil as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5119

2024

Births in 2024

3

Latest year

Peak year

2015

8 births

Estimated living

76

2026

Meaning

What does Fadil mean?

The name Fadil is of Arabic origin, derived from the root word "fadl," which means "grace," "virtue," or "excellence." It is believed to have been in use since the early days of Islam, as it reflects the Islamic values of righteousness and moral uprightness.

The name Fadil is commonly found in the Arab world, particularly in countries like Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, and Palestine. It has also gained popularity in other parts of the world with significant Muslim populations, such as South Asia and parts of Africa.

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Fadil can be found in Islamic literature and historical accounts. For instance, there are references to individuals named Fadil in the writings of renowned scholars and poets from the medieval period.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Fadil. One such individual was Fadil ibn Yahya (died 818 CE), a prominent Arab mathematician and astronomer who made significant contributions to the development of trigonometry and the calculation of planetary movements.

Another renowned person with the name Fadil was Fadil al-Aydarus (1787-1854), a Yemeni scholar and Sufi mystic who played a pivotal role in spreading Islamic teachings and establishing educational institutions in his native country.

In the literary realm, Fadil al-Tawil (1891-1973) was a prominent Palestinian poet and essayist who wrote extensively about the struggles of the Palestinian people and their quest for independence. His works are widely celebrated and have left a lasting impact on Arabic literature.

Fadil Husayn (1888-1949), an Iraqi writer and journalist, was also a prominent figure in the early 20th century. He was known for his advocacy of Arab nationalism and his efforts to promote Arabic language and culture.

Additionally, Fadil al-Qasim (1927-2010) was a renowned Iraqi poet and activist who played a significant role in the Arab nationalist movement. His poetry often reflected themes of resistance, freedom, and social justice, resonating with people across the Arab world.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Fadil throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of the Arab and Islamic world.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Fadil over time

The chart below shows babies named Fadil registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Fadil, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 8 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Fadil
02468200120122024

Decades

Fadil by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Fadil was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2020s #4252 16 4
2010s #3763 28 6
2000s #3161 33 8

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FAQ

Fadil: questions and answers

How popular is the name Fadil in the UK right now?

In 2024, Fadil was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Fadil most popular?

The peak year on record was 2015, with 8 babies registered as Fadil in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Fadil?

A boy's name of Arabic origin meaning "virtue" or "excellence".

How many people are called Fadil in the UK?

A total of 77 babies have been registered as Fadil across the 18 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.