Ziyad
2025 SSA
About Ziyad
Ziyad is a masculine name of Arabic origin, derived from the word 'ziyadah,' meaning 'growth,' 'abundance,' or 'increase.' It has historical significance in Islamic culture, as Ziyad ibn Abihi was a prominent administrator during the early Islamic caliphate. The name conveys positive aspirations for prosperity and development in a child's life. Ziyad remains popular throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and Muslim communities worldwide. In Western countries, it has gained recognition as global naming practices have diversified. Parents often choose this name for its meaningful connotations and its balance of traditional Arabic heritage with a relatively straightforward pronunciation for non-Arabic speakers.
Pronounced zee-AHD.
As of October 2026, Ziyad ranked #2571 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2299 in 2015.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #2,401 | 54 | 28.1 |
| 2015 | #2,299 | 58 | 30.3 |
| 2016 | #2,688 | 46 | 24.2 |
| 2017 | #3,004 | 40 | 21.6 |
| 2018 | #3,299 | 35 | 19.3 |
| 2019 | #3,051 | 40 | 22.3 |
| 2020 | #2,465 | 53 | 30.7 |
| 2021 | #3,071 | 40 | 22.9 |
| 2022 | #3,001 | 42 | 24.1 |
| 2023 | #3,111 | 40 | 23.4 |
| 2024 | #3,262 | 37 | 21.5 |
| 2025 | #2,571 | 52 | 30.4 |
World rankings
Ziyad on lists
Famous Ziyads
- Ziyad Baroud
Lebanese politician