Holding steady.
Popularity of Shahed since 1986
Babies named Shahed per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 0 | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 | 5 |
| 2000s | 81 | 0 |
| 2010s | 51 | 0 |
| 2020s | 11 | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Shahed is a name of Arabic origin entered U.S. birth records in 2001 but has never cracked the top 1000, reflecting its rarity here. Its peak usage came in 2006, the year it saw the most recorded births. The name has remained stable in frequency since then, never experiencing a sharp rise or fall. While no U.S. state has shown a notable concentration, Shahed's connection to the Arabic root for 'witness' gives it spiritual resonance in Muslim communities. Its simplicity and cross-gender use make it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with cultural depth.
Shahed is derived from the Arabic root sh-h-d, meaning 'to witness' or 'to testify.' It is closely related to Shaheed (shahid), which carries the meaning of 'witness' or 'martyr' in Islamic contexts. As a given name, Shahed has been used in Arabic-speaking and Muslim communities, particularly for girls, though it can also be a masculine name in some regions. Its use in the United States dates to the early 2000s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shah, Sha
Sibling names for Shahed
Names that share Shahed's style, for a brother or sister.
