UK boy's name
Kamaal
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "perfection" 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.
Kamaal is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Kamaal popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4270, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 12 births.
This profile covers 80 England and Wales registrations across 15 recorded years from 1996 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 33% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 79 living people in the UK are called Kamaal. 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
- • Kamaal ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 12 boys were registered as Kamaal.
- • About 79 living people in the UK are estimated to have Kamaal as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4270
2024
Births in 2024
4
Latest year
Peak year
2000
12 births
Estimated living
79
2026
Meaning
What does Kamaal mean?
The name Kamaal is believed to have originated from the Arabic language, a Semitic language spoken widely across the Middle East and North Africa. The name is derived from the Arabic word "kamaal," which means "perfection" or "completion." It carries a connotation of excellence, beauty, and flawlessness.
In the Islamic tradition, the concept of "kamaal" holds significant importance. It is often associated with the idea of striving for spiritual and moral perfection, as well as attaining a state of completeness in one's relationship with the Divine. The name Kamaal may have been bestowed upon individuals as a wish or aspiration for them to embody these virtues.
The earliest recorded usage of the name Kamaal can be traced back to the medieval period, particularly in regions where Arabic culture and language held sway. It was commonly found in historical records, literature, and religious texts from various parts of the Islamic world, including the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of Asia.
One of the earliest known individuals to bear the name Kamaal was Kamaal al-Din al-Farisi, a renowned Persian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 13th century. His contributions to the fields of mathematics, optics, and astronomy were highly regarded during his time.
Another notable figure was Kamaal al-Din al-Zamakhshari, an influential Persian scholar and linguist from the 12th century. He was renowned for his works on Arabic grammar, lexicography, and Quranic exegesis, and his writings had a significant impact on the development of Arabic literature and linguistic studies.
In the realm of literature, Kamaal al-Din al-Isfahani was a prominent Persian poet and writer who lived during the 12th century. His poetic works, particularly his mastery of the ghazal form, were widely celebrated and influenced generations of poets in the Persian literary tradition.
Moving forward in time, Kamaal-ud-Din Behzad was a renowned Persian painter and illustrator who lived during the 15th and 16th centuries. He is considered one of the greatest masters of the Persian miniature painting tradition and his works are celebrated for their exquisite detail, vibrant colors, and technical mastery.
Another notable figure bearing the name Kamaal was Kamaal Ataturk, the founder and first President of the Republic of Turkey. Born in 1881, Ataturk was a revolutionary leader who played a pivotal role in the establishment of modern Turkey, implementing sweeping reforms and transforming the country into a secular, westernized nation.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who bore the name Kamaal, each leaving their mark in various fields, from science and literature to art and politics. The name's rich heritage and associations with excellence and perfection have undoubtedly contributed to its enduring appeal across generations.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Kamaal over time
The chart below shows babies named Kamaal registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 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 Kamaal, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 4 births in 2024, compared with 12 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Kamaal by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Kamaal 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 | #4623 | 10 | 3 |
| 2010s | #3722 | 13 | 3 |
| 2000s | #2355 | 41 | 6 |
| 1990s | #1961 | 16 | 3 |
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- Kayden 8,305
- Kevin 7,927
- Kane 7,149
- Kaiden 5,762
- Kieron 4,547
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- Kye 4,012
- Kit 3,529
FAQ
Kamaal: questions and answers
How popular is the name Kamaal in the UK right now?
In 2024, Kamaal was ranked #4270 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Kamaal most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 12 babies registered as Kamaal in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Kamaal?
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "perfection" or "excellence".
How many people are called Kamaal in the UK?
A total of 80 babies have been registered as Kamaal across the 15 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.