Asaad
2025 SSA
About Asaad
Asaad is a masculine name of Arabic origin, meaning 'happiest' or 'most fortunate.' It derives from the Arabic root word 'sa'ada,' relating to happiness, prosperity, and good fortune. The name has been used throughout the Middle East and Muslim communities worldwide for generations. Asaad carries positive connotations of joy and blessing, making it a meaningful choice for parents wishing to bestow these qualities on their son. While not among the most common Arabic names in Western countries, it has a straightforward pronunciation that travels well across cultural boundaries. The double 'a' spelling is the traditional transliteration from Arabic, though some families may opt for alternative spellings like 'Assad' or 'Asad.' The name represents both cultural heritage and an optimistic blessing.
Pronounced ah-SAH-ahd.
As of October 2026, Asaad ranked #2647 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1999 in 2022.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #4,881 | 19 | 9.9 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | #4,962 | 19 | 10 |
| 2017 | #3,073 | 38 | 20.5 |
| 2018 | #3,112 | 37 | 20.4 |
| 2019 | #2,527 | 52 | 29 |
| 2020 | #2,393 | 55 | 31.9 |
| 2021 | #2,412 | 56 | 32 |
| 2022 | #1,999 | 76 | 43.5 |
| 2023 | #2,245 | 63 | 36.8 |
| 2024 | #2,255 | 63 | 36.6 |
| 2025 | #2,647 | 49 | 28.7 |