Shabazz Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationsha-BAZ / ʃəˈbæzArabic; African American
Meaning
Arabic: 'the one who is blessed'; African American: 'descendant of the prophet'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Shabazz is often associated with African American culture and history, particularly through its connection to the Nation of Islam. It is believed to be derived from the Arabic term 'Shabazz', which signifies a blessed or noble lineage. The name gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly through figures like Malcolm X, whose birth name was Malcolm Little, but later adopted the name El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz. This name reflects a rich cultural heritage and a sense of identity.
Trend Summary
Shabazz has seen limited use as a given name in the United States, often associated with cultural significance rather than widespread popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
—
International Variants
—
Famous people named Shabazz
—
Fictional characters named Shabazz
—
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Shabazz was first seen in the United States in 1971. Shabazz has ranked as high as #1211 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Shabazz has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Shabazz (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 13 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 16 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |