Friend, companion, or beloved
Calil is a variant of the Arabic name Khalil. It signifies a close, intimate friend or a beloved companion, often used in a spiritual context to denote a 'friend of God.' While rare in the United States, it carries a deep sense of loyalty and warmth.
Less common today
Calil isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,931 in 2021.
Brazilian professional footballer
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).