UK boy's name
Zamil
An Arabic masculine name meaning "companion" or "friend".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Zamil is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Zamil popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4747, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 3 births.
This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2013 to 2015. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Zamil. 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 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Zamil ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 3 boys were registered as Zamil.
- • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Zamil as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4747
2015
Births in 2015
3
Latest year
Peak year
2013
3 births
Estimated living
6
2026
Meaning
What does Zamil mean?
The name Zamil has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, with a rich history dating back centuries. It is derived from the Arabic word "zameel," meaning "companion" or "friend." This name was likely bestowed upon infants with the hope that they would grow up to be loyal and trustworthy companions to others.
In the Arab world, the name Zamil has been found in various historical records and texts, though its earliest documented use is difficult to pinpoint with certainty. It is believed to have been in use since the early days of Islam, as many names during that time carried meanings associated with virtues and positive traits.
One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Zamil was Zamil ibn Amr, a renowned Arabian poet who lived in the 7th century AD during the Umayyad Caliphate. His poetic works, which often celebrated the virtues of friendship and loyalty, gained widespread recognition and may have contributed to the popularity of the name.
Another notable figure in history was Zamil al-Kindi, a 9th-century Arab philosopher, mathematician, and scientist who made significant contributions to the fields of optics, music theory, and metaphysics. His writings and teachings influenced the development of various branches of knowledge during the Islamic Golden Age.
In the 12th century, Zamil ibn al-Naqib was a prominent Sunni Muslim scholar and jurist from Baghdad. He authored several works on Islamic jurisprudence and was highly respected for his knowledge and expertise in religious matters.
During the 16th century, Zamil al-Husayni was a renowned Ottoman calligrapher and poet. His intricate calligraphic works, which adorned numerous mosques and buildings throughout the Ottoman Empire, are celebrated as masterpieces of Islamic art to this day.
In more recent history, Zamil Al-Ittihad was a Saudi Arabian footballer who played as a midfielder for several prestigious clubs, including Al-Ittihad and the Saudi Arabian national team in the late 20th century. He was known for his skill and dedication to the sport.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Zamil throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of Arab and Islamic culture.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Zamil over time
The chart below shows babies named Zamil registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2013 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Zamil, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2015, compared with 3 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Zamil by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Zamil 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4716 | 6 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Zamil
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- Zain 7,620
- Zac 7,272
- Zack 7,101
- Zakariya 5,447
- Zach 4,754
- Zayn 4,326
- Zachariah 3,234
- Zion 3,141
- Zane 2,818
- Zayd 2,609
FAQ
Zamil: questions and answers
How popular is the name Zamil in the UK right now?
In 2015, Zamil was ranked #4747 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Zamil most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 3 babies registered as Zamil in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Zamil?
An Arabic masculine name meaning "companion" or "friend".
How many people are called Zamil in the UK?
A total of 6 babies have been registered as Zamil across the 2 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.