Quaadir
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "the mighty one".
Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Quaadir. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Quaadir today is around 29 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Quaadir births was 1996 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Quaadir. 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 Quaadir. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
10
~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans
Peak year
1996
5 babies that year
Average age
29
years old
1997 SSA rank
#10,406
Tracked since 1996
Popularity
Quaadir: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Quaadir 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 Quaadir during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 10 | 0 | 10 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Quaadir
The name Quaadir has its origins in the Arabic language, derived from the root word "qadr," which means power, authority, or divine decree. It is believed to have emerged during the early Islamic period, around the 7th century CE, in the Arabian Peninsula.
This name gained popularity among the Arab population due to its association with Islamic teachings and the concept of predestination, which holds that all events are predetermined by God's divine will. The name Quaadir was often given to boys as a reflection of their parents' belief in submitting to the power and wisdom of the Almighty.
One of the earliest known references to the name Quaadir can be found in the Qur'an, the holy book of Islam. It is mentioned in several verses, such as "Indeed, Allah is over all things Qaadir (All-Powerful)" (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:20). This association with divine power and authority likely contributed to the name's widespread use among Muslims.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Quaadir. One of the earliest recorded individuals was Quaadir ibn Ismail (1032-1094), a prominent Islamic scholar and jurist from Baghdad, known for his contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence.
Another famous Quaadir was Quaadir al-Jili (1365-1417), a renowned Sufi mystic and philosopher from Baghdad. His works, such as "Al-Insān al-Kāmil" (The Perfect Man), had a profound influence on the development of Islamic mysticism.
In the 18th century, Quaadir Ali Khan (1753-1818) was a notable ruler of the Carnatic region in India. He played a significant role in the struggle against British colonial rule and is remembered for his efforts to preserve the independence of his kingdom.
Moving to more modern times, Quaadir Husayn (1900-1981) was an influential Egyptian writer, poet, and playwright. His works, including the novel "The Cairo Trilogy," explored themes of social and political change in Egypt during the 20th century.
Lastly, Quaadir Jilani (1963-present) is a contemporary American Muslim scholar and author. He has written extensively on Islamic spirituality and is known for his efforts to promote interfaith understanding and dialogue.
These are just a few examples of the many individuals throughout history who have carried the name Quaadir, reflecting its deep roots in Arabic and Islamic culture, as well as its enduring significance across various regions and time periods.
People
Quaadir + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Quaadir as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with Q
Other first names starting with Q with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Quaadir: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Quaadir?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Quaadir 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 34,275,434 US residents.
Is Quaadir a common name?
We classify Quaadir as "Very Rare". It ranks above 28.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 10 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Quaadir most popular?
The single biggest year for Quaadir was 1996, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Quaadir is about 29 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 Quaadir in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Quaadir a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Quaadir 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 Quaadir still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Quaadir 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 Quaadir 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 Quaadir?
For a quick modern take, check how many Americans are named Quaadir on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.