Declining since 2010.
Popularity of Samaad since 1992
Babies named Samaad per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 30 |
| 2000s | 70 |
| 2010s | 68 |
| 2020s | 35 |
Meaning & origin
Samaad is a masculine name of Arabic origin, derived from the root meaning 'eternal' or 'everlasting.' It is one of the 99 names of Allah in Islam, giving it deep spiritual significance within Muslim communities. In the United States, Samaad has been a rare choice: it first appeared in Social Security records in 1992, and has never entered the top 1,000. Its peak year of usage was 2009, but since 2010, its trajectory has been falling. This rarity may appeal to parents seeking a name with profound meaning and a distinctive sound.
Samaad derives from the Arabic root ṣ-m-d, meaning to be everlasting or eternal. It is one of the 99 names of Allah (al-Ṣamad) in Islam, signifying the one who is eternal and independent of all. The name has been used in various Muslim-majority cultures, though it remains relatively uncommon in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sam
Sibling names for Samaad
Names that share Samaad's style, for a brother or sister.
