Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Mujahid since 1976
Babies named Mujahid per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 29 |
| 1990s | 96 |
| 2000s | 101 |
| 2010s | 49 |
| 2020s | 45 |
Meaning & origin
Mujahid is a name with deep roots in Islamic culture, derived from the concept of jihad, which means spiritual struggle. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1976 and has maintained steady but modest popularity. The name experienced its peak year in 1997, reflecting a broader interest in names with religious significance. As of 2025, Mujahid ranks 12,008th, with a frequency of 1 in 341,615 births, indicating its continued but uncommon use. Its trajectory is stable, and it has not seen a revival in recent decades. The name's usage is concentrated in communities with strong Islamic traditions, though it has not been recorded in any top states in the data.
Mujahid is an Arabic masculine name derived from the same root as 'jihad,' meaning 'struggle' or 'striving.' It is actively used across the Muslim world, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East. The name carries a strong religious connotation, referring to one who strives for a noble cause in the path of God.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Muji, Jahid
Variants: Mujahid
Sibling names for Mujahid
Names that share Mujahid's style, for a brother or sister.
