Zayd
Zayd: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Zayd
- A male given name from Arabic.
Etymology
Borrowed from Arabic زَيْد (zayd).
How popular is Zayd?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 4,890 boys in the U.S. have been named Zayd (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #17482 in 2020. Its highest rank for boys was #633 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #633 for boys, with 442 babies given the name.
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Zayd FAQ
What does the name Zayd mean?
A male given name from Arabic. Borrowed from Arabic زَيْد (zayd).
What is the origin of the name Zayd?
Zayd is listed as a name of Arabic origin.
How popular is the name Zayd?
Since 1880, 5 girls and 4,890 boys in the U.S. have been named Zayd (0% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #17482 in 2020. Its highest rank for boys was #633 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #633 for boys, with 442 babies given the name.
Is Zayd a boy or girl name?
Zayd is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 5 girls and 4,890 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.