Holding steady, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Emaad since 1999
Babies named Emaad per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2008, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Emaad's real moment was 2025.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 52 |
| 2010s | 47 |
| 2020s | 34 |
Meaning & origin
Emaad is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'pillar' or 'support,' reflecting qualities of strength and dependability. Though it has been recorded in the United States since 1999, it remains very rare. As of 2025, it reached its peak rank of 6,803, with approximately 1 in 142,340 newborn boys receiving the name. Its trajectory has been stable, showing no significant rise or fall in recent years. The name was first recorded in 1999 and is given to boys exclusively. Due to its rarity, it does not appear in any state's top names lists. Emaad offers a distinctive option for families seeking a name with a clear, positive meaning and a strong cultural heritage.
Emaad derives from the Arabic root 'amada, meaning 'to support' or 'to prop up.' It is a masculine name found across the Arabic-speaking world, often chosen for its connotation of strength and dependability. Historically, it has been used as a given name in various Islamic cultures.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Emi
Sibling names for Emaad
Names that share Emaad's style, for a brother or sister.
