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At a Glance: Name: Zayd – Meaning: increase, growth – Origin: Arabic – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: ZAYD
Zayd is an Arabic name meaning "increase, growth," pronounced ZAYD (IPA /ˈzeɪd/). It's given to boys and fits a worldly, clean, modern naming style. If you're drawn to short, clean-sounding names with a clear meaning behind them, Zayd is worth a look.
Meaning & Origin of Zayd
Meaning: Increase, growth.
Origin: Arabic.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Zayd
Phonetic: ZAYD IPA: /ˈzeɪd/
Popularity of Zayd
In Social Security data going back to 1974, Zayd reached its highest point on record in 2024, ranking #684 with 395 babies given the name that year.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1974–2024.
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FAQ
What does the name Zayd mean?
Increase, growth. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Zayd)
How do you pronounce Zayd?
Zayd is pronounced ZAYD (IPA: /ˈzeɪd/).
Is Zayd a popular name right now?
Zayd is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #684 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1974–2024.)
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