Zaid
Arabic · Boy · 1 syllable
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About the name Zaid
Zaid means "he increased" or "he grew" and derives from the Arabic root z-w-d (زود), which relates to growth and abundance.
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Etymology
Zaid means "he increased" or "he grew" and derives from the Arabic root z-w-d (زود), which relates to growth and abundance. The name is predominantly used in Islamic and Arab cultures, with historical significance as the name of Zaid ibn Harithah, one of Prophet Muhammad's most trusted companions and the first male convert to Islam.
Zaid currently ranks #677 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2018.
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