Declining since 2021, #3,128 for boys today.
Popularity of Zahid since 1978
Babies named Zahid per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 50 |
| 1990s | 86 |
| 2000s | 335 |
| 2010s | 337 |
| 2020s | 312 |
Meaning & origin
Zahid is a name of Arabic origin that entered U.S. records in 1978, reflecting broader immigration patterns. It peaked in popularity in 2022, but has since seen a slight decline, with a trajectory falling since 2021. As of 2025, its rank is 3128, with approximately 1 in 44949 newborns receiving the name. The name is most common in Illinois, New York, and California, states with large Muslim communities. Zahid carries a distinct spiritual meaning, making it a recognizable choice among families valuing Islamic heritage.
Zahid is a direct Arabic male name derived from the root z-h-d, meaning "to abstain" or "to be ascetic." It signifies a person who is pious and renounces material excess, a concept valued in Islamic tradition. The name has been used across the Muslim world, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East.
Where Zahid is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Zahid” around the world
Where Zahid 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: Z, Zee
Sibling names for Zahid
Names that share Zahid's style, for a brother or sister.
