Zaid
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Growth, abundance, increase
Origin: Arabic
Popularity: Ranked #677 in 2025 with 402 babies born.
History: From the Arabic meaning growth or abundance. Zaid ibn Harithah was the adopted son of Prophet Muhammad and the only companion mentioned by name in the Quran. It is popular throughout the Muslim world.
Name length: 4 letters
How common is Zaid? About 1 in 8,280 babies born in 2025 were named Zaid, or roughly 1.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Zaid
What does the name Zaid mean?
Zaid means “Growth, abundance, increase” from Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Zaid?
Zaid has Arabic origin. The traditional meaning is “Growth, abundance, increase”.
How popular is Zaid?
Zaid ranked #675 in 2025 — given to 402 babies that year.
When was Zaid most popular?
Zaid peaked in 2018 with 475 babies registered that year.
Is Zaid a boy or girl name?
Zaid is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Zaids in registered births are male.
How long has Zaid been recorded?
Zaid appears in birth records across 53 years — from 1969 through 2025.