Majd
About Majd
Majd is a masculine name of Arabic origin meaning 'glory,' 'honor,' or 'magnificence.' This concise yet powerful name has deep roots in Islamic culture and is mentioned in the Quran, giving it religious significance for many Muslim families. Despite its brevity, Majd carries substantial meaning, representing noble qualities and high aspirations. The name is relatively uncommon in Western countries but has consistent usage throughout the Middle East and Arabic-speaking communities worldwide. Its simple pronunciation and spelling make it accessible across cultures while maintaining its distinctive heritage and dignified associations.
Pronounced MAHJ.
As of October 2026, Majd ranked #3817 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3189 in 2014.
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Sources: US popularity data is from the Social Security Administration. Meanings and origins are from Nameberry's name references.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,189 | 35 | 18.2 |
| 2015 | #3,839 | 28 | 14.6 |
| 2016 | #4,269 | 24 | 12.6 |
| 2017 | #3,490 | 32 | 17.3 |
| 2018 | #4,685 | 21 | 11.6 |
| 2019 | #3,535 | 32 | 17.8 |
| 2020 | #4,365 | 23 | 13.3 |
| 2021 | #4,085 | 26 | 14.9 |
| 2022 | #4,247 | 25 | 14.3 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | #3,934 | 28 | 16.3 |
| 2025 | #3,817 | 29 | 17 |