Zaid Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zaid is an Arabic name meaning 'growth' or 'abundance', derived from the root 'z-w-d'. It evolved from the pre-Islamic form Zayd to its modern usage. The name is often associated with positive traits and has gained popularity due to its historical significance in Islamic tradition. It has no biblical relevance, and it is currently viewed positively in contemporary culture.
The name Zaid is most popular in Arizona, 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, Zaid has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling 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, 'Zaid' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4691st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2293rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1111th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 730th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Zaid' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zaid"
Pronunciation
/zaɪd/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Zaid means 'growth' or 'abundance' in Arabic. It is derived from the root word 'z-w-d', which signifies increase or enhancement.
Meaning
growth, abundance
Language Evolution
Zayd (pre-Islamic Arabic), Zaid (modern Arabic)
Historical Usage
Zaid gained popularity in the Islamic world due to its association with Zaid ibn Harithah, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad. It has been used as a given name in various cultures influenced by Arabic language and Islamic tradition.
Variants & Derivatives
Zayd, Zayid, Zaidan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zaid is perceived as a modern and culturally significant name in many Muslim communities. It is often associated with positive traits such as growth and prosperity.
Famous People
Zaid ibn Harithah (companion of Prophet Muhammad), Zaid Ali (popular comedian and social media influencer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zaid"
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 "Zaid"
"Zaid" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4691st of 10718 | 77 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2293rd of 16616 | 452 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1111th of 24088 | 2,388 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 730th of 23106 | 4,139 |
Regional Popularity of "Zaid" 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) |
- |
60.24% 2098th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
45.70% 1684th/3685 |
33.63% 1505th/4475 |
44.36% 2304th/5194 |
31.82% 2010th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
23.24% 1065th/4582 |
18.38% 949th/5164 |
16.94% 1239th/7313 |
12.49% 932nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
20.93% 834th/3984 |
13.46% 604th/4487 |
11.30% 771st/6822 |
10.68% 670th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Zaid" 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 "Zaid"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zaid" 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.