How Many People Are Named Cemal?

Complete statistics for the name Cemal: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Cemal
Very Rare
Arabic

Cemal means 'eternal' in Arabic, making it a name rich with timeless significance. Only 6 people named Cemal live in the US today, which means 1 in 51,255,050 Americans share this rare name. The name peaked in popularity in 1978 with 7 births, showing its stable presence over decades.

~6
Living in US
1 in 51,255,050
Americans
1978
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Eternal
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Turquoise
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 7
Personality Traits
Timeless Resolute Dignified
7
Life Path Number

Life-path number 7 symbolizes introspection, spiritual growth, and a deep connection to the mysteries of life.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

139,368
Worldwide Bearers
#7,513
Global Rank
🇹🇷 Turkey
133,254
🇩🇪 Germany
1,941
🇨🇾 Northern Cyprus
1,822
🇬🇧 England
340
🇫🇷 France
277
🇺🇸 United States
237
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
233
🇦🇹 Austria
214
🇧🇪 Belgium
184
🇳🇱 Netherlands
169

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
6 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 48
0
Would be under 30 (0%)
7
Would be 30–60 (100%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 7 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1978

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
5
Classic Feel
32
Modern Appeal
68
International
99

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Cemal Through the Generations

Cemal, a name rooted in Arabic, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 1978. With only 7 births that year, it's clear that Cemal isn't a name that jumps out in popularity charts but rather one that's cherished by those who choose it. Today, there are just 6 people named Cemal living in the US, with an average age of 48, indicating that the name has been passed down through generations without significant fluctuation. Interestingly, all of these individuals fall within the 30-60 age range, suggesting a strong generational continuity without much uptake among younger parents.

✨ Similar Names to Cemal

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Cemal's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Cemal

How Many People Have the Name Cemal?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 6 people in the United States currently share the name Cemal. That works out to roughly 1 in every 51,255,050 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Cemal a Common or Rare Name?

Cemal is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Cemal Mean?

Cemal means "eternal" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 7.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Cemal in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Cemal Most Popular?

The name Cemal reached peak popularity in 1978, with 7 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Cemal?

Approximately 6 people named Cemal live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 7. That works out to roughly 1 in 51,255,050 Americans.

Is Cemal a rare name?

Cemal is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 51,255,050 Americans has this name.

What does the name Cemal mean?

Cemal means "eternal" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Cemal more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Cemal are male and 0% are female.

When was Cemal most popular?

Cemal peaked in 1978 with 7 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US6
All-Time Births7
1 in X1 in 51,255,050
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age48
Peak Year1978
World Rank#7,513
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.