Will my child share the name Kameel with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Kameel per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Kameel in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Kameel becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Kameel is declining: down 2,455 places since 2020, to #5,137 in 2025. It peaked at #1,522 in 2011.

Is Kameel a good choice for a distinctive name?

Kameel is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Kameel a popular baby name in the United States?

Kameel does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Kameel is a distinctive choice, ranked #5137 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Kameel in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Kameel

Kameel has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 511 places in five years. It was most popular in 2011 at #1522 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 2006.

Kameel is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Kameel in their class.