Asad Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-sahd / ˈæsædArabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: lion; Persian: brave
Historical & Cultural Background
Asad is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in various cultures influenced by Islam. In Arabic, it signifies strength and bravery, often associated with the qualities of a lion. The name has historical significance in Islamic tradition, where it is sometimes used to denote valor and courage.
Trend Summary
Asad has seen a steady presence in baby name registries, particularly within Muslim communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Asaad
- Asadullah
International Variants
- Asad (Arabic)
- Asaad (Arabic)
Famous people named Asad
Asad Umar is a Pakistani politician known for his role as the Minister of Finance.
Asad Shafiq is a Pakistani cricketer recognized for his contributions to the national team.
Asad Ali is a notable Pakistani artist known for his work in contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Asad
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Asad was first seen in the United States in 1970. Asad has ranked as high as #1305 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in New York, California, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Asad has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Asad (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 9 | |
| NY | 8 | |
| IL | 6 | |
| TX | 6 | |
| WA | 5 | |
| MN | 5 | |
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 33 |
| 1989 | 26 |
| 1990 | 20 |
| 1991 | 27 |
| 1992 | 40 |
| 1993 | 39 |
| 1994 | 47 |
| 1995 | 30 |
| 1996 | 31 |
| 1997 | 41 |
| 1998 | 40 |
| 1999 | 43 |
| 2000 | 45 |
| 2001 | 56 |
| 2002 | 50 |
| 2003 | 35 |
| 2004 | 55 |
| 2005 | 41 |
| 2006 | 39 |
| 2007 | 52 |
| 2008 | 49 |
| 2009 | 33 |
| 2010 | 40 |
| 2011 | 49 |
| 2012 | 46 |
| 2013 | 52 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 38 |
| 2017 | 62 |
| 2018 | 79 |
| 2019 | 63 |
| 2020 | 76 |
| 2021 | 81 |
| 2022 | 88 |
| 2023 | 78 |
| 2024 | 76 |