Amal
Meaning of Amal
The name Amal is a beautiful and meaningful choice for a baby girl, with roots deeply embedded in Arabic culture. Pronounced as ah-MAHL (/ʔa.maːl/), this elegant name translates to "hope" or "aspiration," embodying a sense of optimism and future promise. Variations of the name include Amel and Amala, offering slight twists while retaining the core essence. Over the years, Amal has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable rise in recent times—reaching its peak rank of 1045 in 2021. The name's simplicity yet profound meaning makes it an appealing choice for parents looking for a unique yet culturally rich option for their daughters.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as ah-MAHL (/ʔa.maːl/)
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Notable People Named Amal
| Amal Clooney is a prominent Lebanese and British barrister known for representing high-profile clients such as Julian Assange and Nadia Murad. |
| Amal Elsana Alh'jooj is a Bedouin Palestinian Israeli feminist, peace activist, and community organizer dedicated to promoting universal access to rights and social justice in the Global South. |
| Amal Neerad is an accomplished Indian film director, cinematographer, and producer known for his work in Malayalam cinema, and he received the National Film Award for Best Cinematography in 2001 for his film Meena Jha. |
| Amal Abou Zeid is a former Member of the Lebanese Parliament and currently serves as the advisor to Lebanese President Gen. Michel Aoun for Lebanese-Russian Affairs. |
| Amal El-Mohtar is a Canadian poet and writer known for her speculative fiction, short stories, poetry, essays, and as the editor of the poetry magazine Goblin Fruit. |
| Amal Kassir is an American international award-winning spoken word poet. |
| Amal Amélia Lakrafi is a French politician and member of the National Assembly representing the 10th district of French people living abroad. |
| Amal Galal Sabry is an advocate for people with autism and the founder of the Emirates Autism Center in the UAE. |
| Amal Hassan is a Nigerian technology entrepreneur and CEO of Outsource Global, recognized as a role model for girls in northern Nigeria. |
| Amal Omari McCaskill is a former professional basketball player known for his career as a center in the United States. |
