Rising since 2011, #1,699 for boys today.
Popularity of Ghaith since 2011
Babies named Ghaith per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 77 |
| 2020s | 412 |
Meaning & origin
Ghaith is an Arabic name meaning 'rain' that has been used throughout the Arab world for generations. In the United States, the name first entered Social Security records in 2011 and has been steadily rising in use since then. By 2025, it reached a rank of 1,699 with roughly 1 in 17,792 male births, and its peak popularity so far was also in 2025. The name is most common in Michigan, New York, and Illinois. Given its positive meaning and gentle sound, Ghaith is a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with cultural depth and a nature-inspired significance.
Ghaith derives from the Arabic root gh-w-th (غ و ث), meaning 'to rain' or 'to bring relief.' In classical Arabic, ghaith specifically refers to a life-giving, gentle rain that revives the earth. The name has been used across the Arabic-speaking world for centuries, carrying connotations of blessing and fertility. It remains a common given name in many Arab countries.
Where Ghaith is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Ghaith” around the world
Where Ghaith lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
50
babies in 2024
Ireland
4
babies in 2025
Quebec
13
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Ghayth
Sibling names for Ghaith
Names that share Ghaith's style, for a brother or sister.
