Asad Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Asad is an Arabic name meaning 'lion', symbolizing strength and bravery. It has historical roots in the Arabic language and has maintained its significance over time. The name has no biblical relevance. It remains popular in various cultures, especially among Muslims, and is associated with noble traits. Notable individuals with this name include Asad Umar and Asad Qaiser.
The name Asad is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Asad has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Asad' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5827th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2555th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2496th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2214th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Asad' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Asad"
Pronunciation
/əˈsæd/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Asad is derived from the Arabic word 'أسد' which means 'lion'. It is often associated with strength and bravery.
Meaning
lion
Language Evolution
Asad (Arabic), Asad (transliterated in Latin script)
Historical Usage
The name Asad has been used in Arabic-speaking cultures for centuries and gained popularity in various regions, especially in the Middle East and South Asia.
Variants & Derivatives
As'ad, Asadullah, Asadi
Modern Popularity & Image
Asad is perceived positively, often associated with noble qualities and strength. It has gained popularity in various cultures, especially in Muslim communities.
Famous People
Asad Umar, Asad Qaiser, Asaduzzaman Noor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Asad"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Asad"
"Asad" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5827th of 10718 | 46 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2555th of 16616 | 389 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2496th of 24088 | 714 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2214th of 23106 | 761 |
Regional Popularity of "Asad" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
57.42% 2116th/3685 |
34.46% 1542nd/4475 |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
35.16% 2221st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
28.58% 1476th/5164 |
37.71% 2758th/7313 |
36.79% 2746th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
44.15% 1759th/3984 |
28.17% 1264th/4487 |
46.98% 3205th/6822 |
47.63% 2989th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Asad" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Asad"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Asad" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.