Rising since 1989, #3,240 for boys today.
Popularity of Majid since 1970
Babies named Majid per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 54 |
| 1980s | 100 |
| 1990s | 127 |
| 2000s | 127 |
| 2010s | 170 |
| 2020s | 174 |
Meaning & origin
Majid is an Arabic name meaning 'glorious' or 'noble,' drawn from a root that conveys honor and splendor. It has been used for centuries across the Islamic world, both as a personal name and as a divine attribute in Islam. In the United States, Majid first appeared in records in 1970, and it has been gradually rising in use since 1989, with a peak rank of 3,240 in the most recent year (2025). That year, roughly 1 in every 47,447 baby boys received the name. Majid is most common in Minnesota and Ohio, reflecting communities with significant Arab-American populations. The name remains relatively rare in the U.S., but its steady upward trajectory suggests growing familiarity and appreciation for its strong, dignified meaning.
Majid is a transliteration of the Arabic name Majīd, derived from the root m-j-d conveying glory and honor. It is one of the attributes of God in Islam (Al-Majid, 'The All-Glorious'), and has been used as a personal name across the Muslim world for centuries. The name appears in the Quran, contributing to its enduring popularity among Arabic-speaking and Islamic communities.
Where Majid is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Majid” around the world
Where Majid lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
20
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Majeed, Meged
Sibling names for Majid
Names that share Majid's style, for a brother or sister.
