Holding steady, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Amjad since 1971
Babies named Amjad per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 33 |
| 1980s | 72 |
| 1990s | 88 |
| 2000s | 122 |
| 2010s | 169 |
| 2020s | 119 |
Meaning & origin
Amjad is an Arabic name carrying the meaning of 'more glorious' or 'most illustrious', an elative form of the root word for glory. In the United States, it has been in use since 1971 and has seen a modest but steady presence, ranking 5,208 in 2025 with a 1-in-94,893 frequency. The name's peak popularity occurred in 2021, and its trajectory has remained stable over recent decades. While Amjad does not appear among the top names in any particular state, it maintains consistent use across communities with Arabic heritage. Its etymological depth and positive connotation make it a meaningful choice.
Amjad is an Arabic name derived from the root 'm-j-d', which conveys glory and honor. It is the elative form of 'majid', meaning 'glorious' or 'illustrious'. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world and among Muslim communities, often chosen for its aspirational meaning relating to distinction and nobility.
“Amjad” around the world
Where Amjad lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
125
babies in 2024
Quebec
6
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Amj, Jad
Variants: Amjed
Sibling names for Amjad
Names that share Amjad's style, for a brother or sister.
