Rising since 1997, #3,949 for boys today.
Popularity of Yazid since 1994
Babies named Yazid per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 101 |
| 2010s | 166 |
| 2020s | 120 |
Meaning & origin
Yazid is a name of Arabic origin, meaning 'God will increase.' While it holds historical significance as the name of an Umayyad caliph, its use in the United States has been relatively rare but steadily growing. Since first appearing in U.S. records in 1994, the name saw a gradual increase in usage, and by 2025 it achieved its peak rank at 3949. The trajectory shows a rising trend, particularly since 1997, suggesting a slow but consistent adoption among families seeking a name with deep roots in Arabic and Islamic tradition. With a current 1-in-63262 frequency, Yazid remains an uncommon choice, offering a distinctive sound and a meaningful aspiration.
Yazid is an Arabic name derived from the root z-y-d (ز ي د) meaning 'to increase.' It is the name of an Umayyad caliph, Yazid I, and has been used across the Muslim world. As a given name, it conveys the hope that the child will bring increase in goodness.
“Yazid” around the world
Where Yazid lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
165
babies in 2024
Quebec
12
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yaz, Zid
Sibling names for Yazid
Names that share Yazid's style, for a brother or sister.
