Eyad Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Eyad is an Arabic name that means strength or support. It traces its roots back to Classical Arabic and has evolved into Modern Standard Arabic. The name is associated with positive traits such as reliability and strength, though it does not have a biblical background. Eyad has maintained popularity in Arabic-speaking regions and is recognized through notable individuals.
The name Eyad is most popular in New York, 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 maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Eyad has been stalled 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, 'Eyad' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5593rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5335th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4145th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2106th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Eyad' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Eyad"
Pronunciation
/ˈeɪ.jæd/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
Eyad is derived from the Arabic root 'ع-ي-د' (ʿ-y-d), which conveys meanings related to strength and support.
Meaning
strength, support
Language Evolution
Arabic: إياد (ʾīyād), Classical Arabic, Modern Standard Arabic
Historical Usage
Eyad has been used in Arab cultures for centuries and has gained popularity in various regions, particularly in the Middle East.
Variants & Derivatives
Eiad, Iyad
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Eyad is viewed positively, often associated with strength and reliability, popular among Arabic-speaking communities.
Famous People
Eyad El-Baghdadi, a prominent activist and writer., Eyad Al-Khatib, a notable athlete.
📊 Eyad Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Eyad Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 97 peak births in 2016
Geographic Spread
Popular across 12 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Eyad"
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 "Eyad"
"Eyad" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5593rd of 10718 | 51 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5335th of 16616 | 130 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4145th of 24088 | 341 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2106th of 23106 | 816 |
Regional Popularity of "Eyad" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
63.31% 2901st/4582 |
48.61% 2510th/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
63.81% 4762nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
46.76% 1863rd/3984 |
31.11% 1396th/4487 |
34.20% 2333rd/6822 |
44.90% 2818th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Eyad" 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 "Eyad"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Eyad" 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.