| Meaning | perfection |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Ka-mal |
About Kamal
Sophisticated and streamlined, this name delivers maximum impact with minimal syllables. The strong consonants bookending soft vowels create a balanced, memorable sound that commands attention naturally. It's a choice for parents seeking something internationally versatile yet distinctive, working seamlessly across professional and personal contexts. The name carries an inherent elegance without seeming formal or stuffy, striking that ideal balance between approachable and distinguished. Its brevity makes it easy for young children to spell and write while maintaining adult sophistication. There's a quiet confidence to this selection, suggesting someone who doesn't need flash or embellishment to make an impression. The cross-cultural appeal means it travels well, fitting comfortably in diverse environments while maintaining its unique character. Parents choosing this name typically value simplicity, strength, and the kind of understated quality that proves more impressive than obvious showiness.
Nicknames for Kamal
| Kam |
| Mal |
| K.M. |
| Kamy |
Famous People Named Kamal
| Kamal Ataturk | Founder of modern Turkey |
| Kamal Haasan | Indian actor and filmmaker |
| Kamal Jumblatt | Lebanese politician and leader |
| Kamal Hassan Ali | Egyptian diplomat and politician |
| Kamal Abdallah | Sudanese novelist and poet |
| Kamal Tabrizi | Iranian film director |
| Kamal Sidhu | Indian television host and producer |
| Kamal Hossain | Bangladeshi politician and lawyer |
| Kamal Ahmed | British journalist and broadcaster |
| Kamal Al-Mulki | Jordanian politician and prime minister |
| Kamal el-Shennawy | Egyptian actor |
| Kamal Ganzouri | Egyptian economist and politician |
| Kamal Rowhani | Iranian politician and former president |
| Kamal Nath | Indian politician and former chief minister |
| Kamal Shah | Pakistani artist and painter |
| Kamal Majidullah | Bangladeshi freedom fighter |
| Kamal Sido | German human rights activist |
| Kamal Zgheib | Lebanese sculptor |
| Kamal Dhami | Nepali mountaineer |
| Kamal Amer | Egyptian military officer and politician |
Characters Named Kamal
| Kamal Khan | James Bond villain |
| Kamal Patel | Character in the novel "The White Tiger" by Aravind Adiga |
| Kamal Hussain | Character in the film "My Name Is Khan" |
| Kamal Malik | Character in the TV series "24" |
| Kamal Kapoor | Character in the Indian film "Don" |