What does Zahid mean and where does it come from?
Zahid is an Arabic name, commonly used in several Middle Eastern cultures, as well as regions like India and Pakistan. The name means 'the devout' or 'the pious', signifying a person who is deeply committed to religious practices or spiritual devotion. Various notable individuals with the name Zahid
Cultural significance
Zahid has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Middle Eastern countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the one who is devout or pious.
Peak popularity
Reached #2349 in 2005 — currently #3180 in the US.
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Browse names →How else can you spell Zahid?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Zahid?
Zahid works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Zahid Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Zahid John
One syllable · timeless choice
Zahid Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Zahid Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Zahid Beau
One syllable · on the rise
Zahid Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Zahid right now?
Falling — down 468 spots — currently #3180 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2025 | #3180 | 38 | ▼ down 468 · -22% births |
| 2024 | #2712 | 49 | ▼ down 102 · -4% births |
| 2023 | #2610 | 51 | ▼ down 343 · -20% births |
| 2022 | #2267 | 64 | ▲ up 194 · +16% births |
| 2021 | #2461 | 55 | ▼ down 73 |
| 2020 | #2388 | 55 | ▲ up 863 · +57% births |
| 2015 | #3251 | 35 | ▼ down 444 · -19% births |
| 2010 | #2807 | 43 | ▼ down 458 · -14% births |
| 2005 | #2349 | 50 | ▲ up 1257 · +117% births |
| 2000 | #3606 | 23 | ▲ up 3782 · +229% births |
| 1995 | #7388 | 7 | ▲ up 1457 · +40% births |
| 1990 | #8845 | 5 | ▼ down 1605 |
| 1985 | #7240 | 5 | ▼ down 1097 · -17% births |
| 1980 | #6143 | 6 | — |
The story of Zahid
Zahid is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1978. With 868 total births recorded, Zahid remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #6143 in 1980 to #2610 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Zahid in 2005:
Zahid by decade
Zahid peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1970s | 6 | |
| 1980s | 50 | |
| 1990s | 86 | |
| 2000s | 335 | |
| 2010s ★ | 336 | |
| 2020s | 142 | |
💎Zahid has only 868 total recorded births since 1978 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
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Common questions about the name Zahid
What does the name Zahid mean?
Zahid means "the one who is devout or pious" — a name rooted in Middle Eastern countries tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Zahid?
Zahid is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zahid have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Zahid?
Zahid originates from Middle Eastern countries tradition. Middle Eastern countries names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Zahid trending right now?
Zahid is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
Is Zahid a common or rare name?
Zahid is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.