Asahd
A masculine Arabic name meaning "courageous lion" or "lion of the desert".
Name Census estimates that about 492 living Americans carry the first name Asahd. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Asahd today is around 6 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Asahd births was 2018 (103 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Asahd. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
492
~ 1 in 696,655 Americans
Peak year
2018
103 babies that year
Average age
6
years old
2024 SSA rank
#4,188
Tracked since 2017
Popularity
Asahd: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Asahd from the 2010s through to the 2020s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 257 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Asahd by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Asahd during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Asahds live
The SSA's state-level files cover 10 states and territories. Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia recorded the most babies named Asahd, while Ohio, Maryland, Virginia recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 19 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Asahd
The given name Asahd has its origins rooted in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, tracing back to the 7th century CE. It is believed to be derived from the Arabic word "asad," which translates to "lion." This name carries connotations of strength, courage, and leadership, reflecting the revered status of the lion in Arab culture and Islamic traditions.
The earliest recorded instance of the name Asahd can be found in historical accounts and records from the early Islamic era. It was a name bestowed upon individuals born into influential Arab families and tribes, often signifying their lineage and social standing. Additionally, some Islamic scholars and religious figures from that period were known to have borne this name, further solidifying its cultural significance.
One notable historical figure named Asahd was a prominent military commander who served under the Umayyad Caliphate during the 8th century CE. His exploits and victories in battles against the Byzantine Empire earned him recognition and respect among his contemporaries. Another individual of note was Asahd al-Basri, a renowned Islamic scholar and poet who lived in the 9th century CE and made significant contributions to the fields of literature and religious studies.
In the 10th century CE, Asahd ibn Abd al-Rahman al-Ghafiqi was a celebrated Arab mathematician and astronomer. His works on geometry and celestial mechanics were highly influential and laid the foundation for future advancements in these fields. Additionally, Asahd ibn Muhammad al-Qurashi, a prominent Islamic jurist and legal scholar from the 11th century CE, left a lasting impact on the interpretation and application of Islamic law.
Centuries later, during the era of the Ottoman Empire, the name Asahd was carried by several influential figures. One such individual was Asahd Pasha, a high-ranking Ottoman military commander who played a pivotal role in various campaigns and battles throughout the 16th century CE. His strategic prowess and leadership skills earned him a distinguished reputation among his contemporaries.
While these are just a few examples, the name Asahd has been borne by numerous notable individuals throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of Arab and Islamic cultural heritage.
People
Asahd + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Asahd as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Asahd: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Asahd?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 492 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Asahd going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 696,655 US residents.
Is Asahd a common name?
We classify Asahd as "Very Rare". It ranks above 84.4% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 495 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Asahd most popular?
The single biggest year for Asahd was 2018, when 103 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Asahd is about 6 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Asahd in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Asahd a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Asahd in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Asahd still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Asahd in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Asahd can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Asahd?
Our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers how many Americans are named Asahd at a glance, with the living-bearer count up front.