Rising since 2010, #4,396 for boys today.
Popularity of Shahzad since 1977
Babies named Shahzad per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 37 |
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 17 |
| 2010s | 39 |
| 2020s | 71 |
Meaning & origin
Shahzad is a Persian name meaning 'prince' or 'son of a king,' built from the components 'shah' (king) and 'zad' (born of). The name entered U.S. records in 1977 and has seen a steady rise in use since 2010, reaching its peak rank of 4,396 in 2025, when it was given at a rate of roughly 1 in 74,264 boys. While not yet among the most common names nationally, its upward trajectory suggests growing recognition among families with Persian or South Asian heritage. Though no top states have been recorded for Shahzad in recent data, the name is most familiar in communities connected to Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. Its royal meaning and straightforward pronunciation have likely contributed to its consistent, if modest, adoption in the United States.
Shahzad is a Persian compound name from 'shah' (king) and 'zad' (son or offspring), literally meaning 'son of a king' or 'prince'. It has been used across the Persian-influenced regions, including Iran, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India, often as a given name for boys. The name carries connotations of nobility and royalty.
“Shahzad” around the world
Where Shahzad lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Shah, Zad
Variants: Shahzaad, Shahzaid
Sibling names for Shahzad
Names that share Shahzad's style, for a brother or sister.
