Zaid Boy

Popularity: #573 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ZAYD /zeɪd/

Origin: Arabic; Hebrew

Meaning: Arabic: 'growth' or 'abundance'; Hebrew: 'he who is exalted'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Zaid has its roots in Arabic, derived from the verb "zada," which means "to increase" or "to grow." This etymology reflects a positive connotation of growth and abundance. The name has been transliterated into various forms, including Zayd, which is also common in Arabic-speaking cultures.

The transition into English occurred through the influence of Islamic culture and the spread of Arabic names during the medieval period, particularly following the expansion of the Islamic empire from the 7th century onward. Historically, Zaid is notably associated with Zayd ibn Harithah, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and one of the earliest converts to Islam in the 7th century.

He is recognized for his loyalty and bravery, and his life is documented in various Islamic texts, contributing to the name's significance in Islamic tradition. Additionally, the name appears in historical accounts of the early Islamic community, where it was borne by several notable figures, further embedding it in the cultural and religious fabric of the time.

Culturally, the name Zaid carries connotations of generosity and prosperity, resonating with the values of growth and enhancement. It is often used in various Islamic contexts, symbolizing a connection to faith and virtue.

The name has also inspired various diminutive forms, such as Zayd, which maintain the same root meaning. Overall, Zaid's historical and cultural significance is deeply intertwined with Islamic heritage, reflecting themes of loyalty, growth, and moral integrity.

Famous people named Zaid

In this section, you will find notable people named Zaid. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Zaid who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Zaid Ali is a comedian and social media influencer best known for his humorous videos on YouTube and Facebook.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Zaid, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

ZainZaraZaydZahir

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Zaid. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

SaadTaimRamiZainZakiZaydAzaelKhalidAmirZahir

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Zaid was first seen in the United States in 1969.

Zaid has ranked as high as #1203 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)

The name Zaid is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Zaid was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Zaid.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 402 402
2024 416 416
2023 367 367
2022 414 414
2021 407 407
2020 390 390
2019 425 425
2018 475 475
2017 303 303
2016 242 242
2015 249 249
2014 221 221
2013 232 232
2012 217 217
2011 183 183
2010 211 211
2009 200 200
2008 219 219
2007 188 188
2006 183 183
2005 164 164
2004 174 174
2003 159 159
2002 113 113
2001 89 89
2000 91 91
1999 72 72
1998 66 66
1997 59 59
1996 39 39
1995 50 50
1994 57 57
1993 52 52
1992 35 35
1991 38 38
1990 34 34
1989 21 21
1988 30 30
1987 13 13
1986 18 18
1985 11 11
1984 18 18
1983 18 18
1982 7 7
1981 11 11
1980 12 12
1979 10 10
1978 9 9
1976 12 12
1975 13 13
1974 11 11
1970 5 5
1969 5 5

Top States for Zaid (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 55
15%
CA 48
13%
NY 40
11%
NJ 23
6%
FL 22
6%
IL 20
5%
MI 16
4%
GA 15
4%
WA 13
3%
AZ 13
3%
OH 12
3%
VA 10
3%
MA 10
3%
NC 10
3%
MN 9
2%
IN 8
2%
MD 7
2%
PA 7
2%
MO 7
2%
UT 7
2%
OK 6
2%
SC 6
2%
TN 6
2%
AL 5
1%