Masood Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-SOOD / mæˈsuːdArabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: 'fortunate'; Persian: 'happy'
Historical & Cultural Background
Masood is a name of Arabic and Persian origin, commonly used in various cultures influenced by Islamic traditions. It is often associated with positive attributes such as happiness and good fortune. The name has historical significance in regions where Arabic and Persian languages are spoken, reflecting cultural values of prosperity and joy.
Trend Summary
Masood is not widely popular in the United States and does not appear in recent name trend data.
Similar Names
Variants
- Masoud
- Masud
International Variants
- Masoud (Arabic)
- Masud (Persian)
Famous people named Masood
Masood Ahmed is a prominent economist known for his work with the International Monetary Fund.
Masood Khan is a Pakistani diplomat who has served as the Ambassador to China.
Masood Parvez is an Indian actor recognized for his roles in regional cinema.
Masood Akhtar is a notable Pakistani politician involved in local governance.
Fictional characters named Masood
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Masood was first seen in the United States in 1988. Masood has ranked as high as #1158 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Masood has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Masood (1988)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 6 |