Zaydan
2025 SSA
About Zaydan
Zaydan is a modern masculine name with Arabic origins, derived from 'zāda' meaning 'to increase' or 'to grow'. The name carries connotations of progress, abundance, and prosperity. While traditional in Arabic-speaking regions, Zaydan has gained popularity in Western countries in recent decades as part of the trend toward names with strong sounds and meaningful origins. The distinctive 'Z' beginning gives it a contemporary feel, while its connection to ancient language roots provides historical depth. The name fits well with current preferences for boys' names ending in '-an' or '-en' sounds. Zaydan offers parents a choice that's both culturally rich and stylistically current, balancing uniqueness with relative ease of pronunciation.
Pronounced ZY-dun.
As of October 2026, Zaydan ranked #2478 in US births in 2025 SSA.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,784 | 28 | 14.6 |
| 2015 | #3,146 | 37 | 19.3 |
| 2016 | #2,517 | 51 | 26.9 |
| 2017 | #3,068 | 39 | 21.1 |
| 2018 | #2,672 | 47 | 25.9 |
| 2019 | #2,488 | 54 | 30.1 |
| 2020 | #2,978 | 40 | 23.2 |
| 2021 | #2,651 | 49 | 28 |
| 2022 | #3,337 | 36 | 20.6 |
| 2023 | #3,001 | 42 | 24.6 |
| 2024 | #2,866 | 45 | 26.1 |
| 2025 | #2,478 | 55 | 32.2 |
World rankings
Zaydan on lists
Famous Zaydans
- Jurji Zaydan
Lebanese novelist, journalist, and educator.