Shahil is a unisex given name of Arabic origin, meaning "requested by God". It is composed of two elements: 'sha', meaning "God", and '-hil', meaning "request". The name Shahil gained popularity in the United States during the late 20th century but remains relatively uncommon. It is often used as a boys' name but can also be given to girls, adding versatility to its usage.
The name Shahil experienced varying popularity over the years, with a notable peak in births occurring in the year 2000 when it reached its highest point at 11 births.