Junaid Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjoo-NAID / dʒuːˈnaɪdArabic; Urdu
Meaning
Arabic: 'soldier'; Urdu: 'one who is praised'
Historical & Cultural Background
Junaid is a name of Arabic origin commonly used in Muslim cultures. It has historical significance due to its association with Junaid al-Baghdadi, a prominent Sufi saint from the 9th century. The name is often given to boys in South Asia, particularly in Pakistan and India, reflecting cultural and religious values. It is also recognized in various Islamic traditions.
Trend Summary
The name Junaid has seen moderate popularity in recent years within Muslim communities in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Junaid
- Junaidullah
International Variants
- Junaid (Arabic)
- Junaid (Urdu)
Famous people named Junaid
Junaid Jamshed was a Pakistani musician and later a religious preacher known for his contributions to both music and Islamic teachings.
Junaid Khan is an Indian actor recognized for his work in television and films.
Junaid Siddiqui is a Pakistani cricketer who has played in various domestic leagues.
Junaid Akram is a Pakistani comedian and social media influencer known for his humorous content.
Fictional characters named Junaid
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Junaid was first seen in the United States in 1980. Junaid has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, and California. In the past 5 years the name Junaid has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Junaid (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | |
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1984 | 8 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 10 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 21 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 21 |
| 2022 | 21 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 26 |