Jihad Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name 'Jihad' has Arabic origins, meaning 'struggle' or 'striving.' It evolved from the Arabic language and is often associated with moral and spiritual efforts in a religious context. The term has historical significance dating back to the 7th century and has various modern interpretations, sometimes viewed negatively. Notable figures with this name have contributed to its visibility.
The name Jihad is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jihad 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, 'Jihad' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3893rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1620th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2211th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4168th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Jihad' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jihad"
Pronunciation
/dʒɪˈhɑːd/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The term 'Jihad' originates from the Arabic root 'J-H-D,' which means 'to strive' or 'to struggle.' It is often interpreted in a religious context as a struggle for a moral or spiritual goal.
Meaning
struggle, striving, effort
Language Evolution
Jihad (Arabic), Jihād (transliterated form), Djihad (French adaptation)
Historical Usage
The term gained prominence in the 7th century during the early expansion of Islam, where it referred to the struggle against disbelief and the effort to promote the Islamic faith.
Variants & Derivatives
Jihād, Jihadi, Jihadist
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary usage, 'Jihad' has taken on various meanings, often associated with religious and political struggles, which can carry both positive and negative connotations depending on context.
Famous People
Jihad al-Jazairi, Jihad Hasan, Jihad Al-Makdissi
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jihad"
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 "Jihad"
"Jihad" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3893rd of 10718 | 113 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1620th of 16616 | 759 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2211th of 24088 | 866 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4168th of 23106 | 297 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Jihad" 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) |
- |
53.89% 1877th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
41.98% 1547th/3685 |
17.14% 767th/4475 |
53.58% 2783rd/5194 |
35.62% 2250th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.61% 2319th/4582 |
19.50% 1007th/5164 |
44.63% 3264th/7313 |
39.17% 2923rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
46.65% 2093rd/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Jihad" 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 "Jihad"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jihad" 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.