Jaheed
A masculine Arabic name meaning "one who struggles" or "striver".
Name Census estimates that about 29 living Americans carry the first name Jaheed. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jaheed today is around 24 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaheed births was 2002 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaheed. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jaheed. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
29
~ 1 in 11,819,115 Americans
Peak year
2002
8 babies that year
Average age
24
years old
2008 SSA rank
#13,337
Tracked since 1991
Popularity
Jaheed: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jaheed from the 1990s through to the 2000s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 24 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaheed by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jaheed during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jaheed
The name Jaheed finds its origins in the Arabic language and culture, dating back to the medieval period. It is derived from the root word "jahd," which means "effort" or "endeavor." The name is closely associated with the concept of perseverance and hard work.
In the ancient Arabic texts and literature, the name Jaheed is often mentioned in the context of individuals who demonstrated exceptional dedication and diligence in their pursuits. It was a name bestowed upon those who were known for their unwavering commitment and tireless efforts.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jaheed can be found in the historical accounts of the Abbasid Caliphate, which ruled vast territories from the 8th to the 13th century. During this time, there were several notable figures who bore the name Jaheed, including a renowned scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the advancement of knowledge.
Throughout history, the name Jaheed has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, each leaving their mark on their respective fields. Among the most prominent figures were Jaheed al-Andalusi, a 10th-century mathematician and astronomer from the Iberian Peninsula, known for his groundbreaking work in the study of celestial bodies. Another notable bearer of the name was Jaheed al-Bukhari, a 12th-century poet and literary figure whose works were widely celebrated for their lyrical beauty and profound insights.
In the realm of Islamic scholarship, Jaheed ibn Abi Dawud, born in 822 CE, was a revered scholar and jurist who made significant contributions to the interpretation and understanding of Islamic law and jurisprudence. His writings and teachings had a profound impact on the development of Islamic thought.
During the Golden Age of Islam, a prominent figure named Jaheed al-Zahrawi, born in 936 CE, was a pioneering physician and surgeon whose innovative surgical techniques and medical treatises revolutionized the field of medicine. His legacy continues to be celebrated to this day.
The name Jaheed has also been associated with individuals who fought for noble causes and championed social justice. One such figure was Jaheed al-Mahdi, a 19th-century activist and reformer who dedicated his life to advocating for education and social reforms in his native region.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals throughout history who have carried the name Jaheed and made their mark in various fields, from academia and literature to medicine and social advocacy. The name continues to be a source of inspiration, embodying the virtues of perseverance, dedication, and the pursuit of excellence.
People
Jaheed + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jaheed as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jaheed: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jaheed?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 29 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaheed going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 11,819,115 US residents.
Is Jaheed a common name?
We classify Jaheed as "Very Rare". It ranks above 46% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 29 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jaheed most popular?
The single biggest year for Jaheed was 2002, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaheed is about 24 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jaheed in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jaheed a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaheed in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jaheed still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jaheed in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jaheed can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Jaheed?
See how many people share the name Jaheed on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.