Jihad Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjee-hahd / /dʒɪˈhɑːd/Arabic
Meaning
struggle or effort
Historical & Cultural Background
The term 'Jihad' has significant religious connotations in Islam, referring to the spiritual struggle against sin. It can also denote physical struggle or effort in various contexts. The concept has been interpreted in multiple ways throughout history, influencing social and political movements. In contemporary discussions, it often evokes complex debates regarding its implications and interpretations.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jihad was first seen in the United States in 1969. Jihad has ranked as high as #1187 nationally, which occurred in 2000, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, California, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Jihad has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jihad (2022)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 6 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 9 |
| 1978 | 27 |
| 1979 | 27 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 40 |
| 1983 | 28 |
| 1984 | 23 |
| 1985 | 28 |
| 1986 | 28 |
| 1987 | 35 |
| 1988 | 36 |
| 1989 | 43 |
| 1990 | 40 |
| 1991 | 63 |
| 1992 | 66 |
| 1993 | 71 |
| 1994 | 87 |
| 1995 | 73 |
| 1996 | 73 |
| 1997 | 67 |
| 1998 | 64 |
| 1999 | 76 |
| 2000 | 96 |
| 2001 | 93 |
| 2002 | 65 |
| 2003 | 51 |
| 2004 | 41 |
| 2005 | 39 |
| 2006 | 49 |
| 2007 | 39 |
| 2008 | 40 |
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2011 | 36 |
| 2012 | 35 |
| 2013 | 35 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 19 |
| 2017 | 29 |
| 2018 | 26 |
| 2019 | 25 |
| 2020 | 20 |
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 22 |
| 2023 | 29 |
| 2024 | 22 |