Meelad Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmee-lahd / /miːˈlɑːd/Persian; Arabic
Meaning
Persian: birth; Arabic: birth of the Prophet Muhammad
Historical & Cultural Background
Meelad is a name commonly used in Persian and Arabic cultures. In Persian, it signifies 'birth' and is often associated with celebrations. In Arabic, it is linked to the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, particularly during the holiday of Mawlid. The name reflects cultural significance in Islamic traditions and is often given to boys born around this time.
Trend Summary
The name Meelad has seen moderate popularity in Persian-speaking regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Milad
International Variants
- Milad (Persian)
- Meelad (Arabic)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Meelad was first seen in the United States in 1997. Meelad has ranked as high as #1252 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Meelad has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Meelad (2000)
State | Births | Share |
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CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1997 | 7 |
2000 | 7 |