Shaheed Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-HEED / ʃɑːˈhiːdArabic; Urdu
Meaning
Arabic: martyr; Urdu: witness
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shaheed is derived from the Arabic word 'shaheed', which means martyr or witness. It is often used in Islamic contexts to refer to someone who has died for their faith. In South Asian cultures, particularly in Urdu-speaking regions, the name carries significant cultural and religious connotations. It is commonly given to boys in honor of those who have sacrificed their lives for a cause.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shaheed was first seen in the United States in 1975. Shaheed has ranked as high as #1177 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Shaheed has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shaheed (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 30 |
| 1977 | 40 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 32 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 17 |
| 1982 | 32 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 26 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 18 |
| 1989 | 32 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 42 |
| 1993 | 47 |
| 1994 | 60 |
| 1995 | 43 |
| 1996 | 42 |
| 1997 | 40 |
| 1998 | 31 |
| 1999 | 31 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 31 |
| 2002 | 37 |
| 2003 | 28 |
| 2004 | 17 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 15 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 8 |