Holding steady, #10,695 for boys today.
Popularity of Sajjad since 1987
Babies named Sajjad per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 58 |
| 2010s | 63 |
| 2020s | 31 |
Meaning & origin
Sajjad is a masculine name of Arabic origin, meaning 'one who prostrates in worship.' While its U.S. usage has been modest since the first recording in 1987, it reached a peak rank in 2003, reflecting a stable presence within communities valuing Islamic tradition. The name's trajectory has remained steady, with 2025 seeing an estimated 1 in 284,679 boys receiving the name, suggesting a niche but enduring appeal among families seeking a name with spiritual significance. Sajjad's top states show a broader pattern of usage in diverse urban centers, though no single state dominates its distribution.
Sajjad derives from the Arabic root s-j-d, which conveys the act of prostration. The name is an intensive form meaning 'one who prostrates frequently,' reflecting deep devotion in Islamic practice. It has been used historically across Muslim-majority regions, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East, as a given name and honorific.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Saj, Sajji
Sibling names for Sajjad
Names that share Sajjad's style, for a brother or sister.
