Rising since 1993, #3,757 for boys today.
Popularity of Majd since 1991
Babies named Majd per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 69 |
| 2000s | 150 |
| 2010s | 249 |
| 2020s | 147 |
Meaning & origin
Majd, an Arabic name meaning 'glory' or 'splendor,' entered U.S. records in 1991 and has seen a steady rise in usage since 1993. In 2025, it ranked 3,757th and was given to roughly 1 in 58,899 boys. Its peak popularity came in 2014, and it is most common in Michigan. The name carries strong cultural and religious significance, appearing in the Quran, and remains a meaningful choice for families seeking a name with depth and heritage.
Majd derives from the Arabic root m-j-d, conveying glory, honor, and magnificence. It is a direct Quranic name (Surah Al-Buruj, 85:15, referring to God's glory) and has been used across the Arabic-speaking world for centuries. As a personal name, it reflects a desirable attribute, common in Islamic naming traditions.
Where Majd is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Majd” around the world
Where Majd lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
45
babies in 2024
Ireland
3
babies in 2025
Quebec
13
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Majid
Sibling names for Majd
Names that share Majd's style, for a brother or sister.
