Zaid Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZAYD / zeɪdArabic; Hebrew
Meaning
Arabic: 'growth' or 'abundance'; Hebrew: 'he who is exalted'
Historical & Cultural Background
Zaid is a name of Arabic origin, commonly used in Muslim cultures. It is derived from the root word 'z-w-d', which means to grow or increase. In Islamic history, Zaid ibn Harithah was a notable companion of the Prophet Muhammad. The name is also found in Hebrew contexts, where it carries connotations of exaltation.
Trend Summary
The name Zaid has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zayd
- Zayid
International Variants
- Zaid (Arabic)
- Zayd (Arabic)
- Zayid (Arabic)
Famous people named Zaid
Zaid Ibrahim is a prominent Malaysian lawyer and politician known for his contributions to legal reforms.
Zaid Al-Hussein is a noted Jordanian author recognized for his works on Middle Eastern history.
Zaid Shakir is an influential American Muslim scholar and co-founder of Zaytuna College.
Zaid Al-Mahmoud is a Qatari football player who has represented his country in international competitions.
Fictional characters named Zaid
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zaid was first seen in the United States in 1969. Zaid has ranked as high as #923 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Zaid has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zaid (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 55 | |
| CA | 48 | |
| NY | 40 | |
| FL | 22 | |
| IL | 20 | |
| MI | 16 | |
| GA | 15 | |
| AZ | 13 | |
| WA | 13 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| NC | 10 | |
| VA | 10 | |
| MA | 10 | |
| MN | 9 | |
| IN | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 18 |
| 1985 | 11 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 30 |
| 1989 | 21 |
| 1990 | 34 |
| 1991 | 38 |
| 1992 | 35 |
| 1993 | 52 |
| 1994 | 57 |
| 1995 | 50 |
| 1996 | 39 |
| 1997 | 59 |
| 1998 | 66 |
| 1999 | 72 |
| 2000 | 91 |
| 2001 | 89 |
| 2002 | 113 |
| 2003 | 159 |
| 2004 | 174 |
| 2005 | 164 |
| 2006 | 183 |
| 2007 | 188 |
| 2008 | 219 |
| 2009 | 200 |
| 2010 | 211 |
| 2011 | 183 |
| 2012 | 217 |
| 2013 | 232 |
| 2014 | 221 |
| 2015 | 249 |
| 2016 | 242 |
| 2017 | 303 |
| 2018 | 475 |
| 2019 | 425 |
| 2020 | 390 |
| 2021 | 407 |
| 2022 | 414 |
| 2023 | 367 |
| 2024 | 414 |