Said

Said: name meaning, origin and popularity

Pronunciation (IPA): /saɪd/

Meaning and origin of Said

  • A male given name from Arabic.

Etymology

Borrowed from Arabic سَعِيد (saʕīd).

How popular is Said?

107U.S. babies in 2025
#1131peak rank (2010)
3,166babies since 1880

Since 1880, 3,166 boys in the U.S. have been named Said. Its highest rank for boys was #1131 in 2010. In 2025, 107 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Said FAQ

What does the name Said mean?

A male given name from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic سَعِيد (saʕīd).

What is the origin of the name Said?

Said is listed as a name of Arabic origin.

How popular is the name Said?

Since 1880, 3,166 boys in the U.S. have been named Said. Its highest rank for boys was #1131 in 2010. In 2025, 107 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Said a boy or girl name?

Said is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,166 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.