girl name · Arabic origin
Amal
/ ah-MAL /
Meaning
Amal means Hope (Arabic).
Gender
Girl
Origin
Arabic
Pronunciation
ah-MAL
Popularity
#1241 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Amal in the US, 1880–2025
Amal first appears in US records in 1962. It peaked in 2021, when 241 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 181.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
What does Amal mean?
Amal means “hope” or “aspiration” in Arabic.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amal mean?
Amal means Hope. Amal means “hope” or “aspiration” in Arabic.
What is the origin of the name Amal?
Amal is of Arabic origin.
How do you pronounce Amal?
Amal is pronounced “ah-MAL.”
Is Amal a boy or a girl name?
Amal is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Amal?
In 2025, Amal ranked #1241 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Amal most popular?
Amal was most popular in 2021, when about 241 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.