Zejd

Zejd is a masculine name with roots in Bosnian and broader Balkan Muslim naming traditions. It likely derives from the Arabic name 'Zayd,' which means 'growth,' 'abundance,' or 'prosperity.' In Islamic history, Zayd ibn Harithah was an adopted son of the Prophet Muhammad and among his closest companions. The spelling 'Zejd' represents a Southeastern European adaptation of the original Arabic name, reflecting the phonetic patterns of Bosnian and similar languages. While relatively uncommon globally, Zejd has moderate usage in Bosnia and Herzegovina and among Bosnian diaspora communities. Parents might choose this name for its cultural connections to both Balkan and Islamic heritage, its positive meaning suggesting prosperity, and its distinctive yet accessible quality.

Pronounced ZAYD.

As of October 2026, Zejd ranked #13902 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA.