Kamaal

Kamaal is a masculine given name and, less commonly, a surname used in South Asia and among the regional and global diaspora. It derives from the Arabic kamāl, meaning perfection, excellence, or completeness. In Urdu and Hindi, kamaal also functions as a common noun meaning marvel or wonder, reflecting the positive qualities associated with the term.

Spelling varies with transliteration. Kamal is a frequent variant in many contexts, while Kamaal preserves the long vowel sound in some scripts. The name is used across Hindu, Muslim, and other communities in India, Pakistan, and their diasporas, often chosen to express favorable attributes such as excellence or accomplishment.

Notable bearers of the name appear in various fields in South Asia, including cinema and music, though the spelling of the name may differ by region. The root Kamal and related forms are widely used in personal names and as given names beyond South Asia as well. Related names include Kamal, Kamāl, and other transliterations, reflecting the shared root across languages such as Urdu, Hindi, Arabic, and Persian. The name Kamal is commonly used in many cultures and may be encountered in different forms depending on linguistic and regional conventions.