Sadaq
A masculine name with Arabic roots meaning "truthful" or "sincere".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Sadaq. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Sadaq today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sadaq births was 2004 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sadaq. 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.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Sadaq with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Sadaq. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2004
5 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2004 SSA rank
#12,870
Tracked since 2004
Popularity
Sadaq: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Sadaq 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 Sadaq during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Sadaq
The name Sadaq originates from the Arabic language and has its roots in the ancient Middle Eastern civilization. It is derived from the Arabic word "sadaqa," which means truthfulness, honesty, and sincerity. The name is believed to have been in use since the early days of Islam, as it reflects the values and principles upheld by the religion.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sadaq can be found in the Quran, the holy book of Islam. The name is mentioned in the context of encouraging truthfulness and honesty in one's dealings with others. This association with honesty and integrity has likely contributed to the name's popularity among Arabic-speaking communities.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Sadaq. One of the most prominent figures was Sadaq ibn Yazid al-Azdi, an Arab military commander who lived in the 7th century CE. He played a significant role in the Muslim conquests of the Sassanid Empire and is remembered for his bravery and leadership on the battlefield.
Another historical figure with the name Sadaq was Sadaq ibn Ali al-Kindi, a renowned philosopher and mathematician who lived in the 9th century CE. He made significant contributions to the fields of optics, astronomy, and cryptography, and his works were widely studied and influential during the Islamic Golden Age.
In the literary realm, Sadaq al-Bukhari was a prominent Arab poet and scholar from the 9th century CE. His poetry, known for its eloquence and depth, explored themes of love, spirituality, and the human condition. His works have been widely anthologized and studied by scholars of Arabic literature.
Moving forward in time, Sadaq Khan was a ruler of the Mughal Empire in the 18th century CE. He served as the governor of several provinces and was known for his effective administration and military prowess. His reign witnessed significant territorial expansion and cultural achievements within the Mughal domains.
Finally, Sadaq Hussain was a renowned Pakistani poet and writer who lived in the 20th century (1900-1988). His works, which explored themes of identity, social justice, and the human experience, have left a lasting impact on the literary landscape of Pakistan and the broader Urdu-speaking world.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Sadaq throughout history, reflecting its deep-rooted cultural and linguistic significance in the Arabic and Islamic traditions.
People
Sadaq + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sadaq as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Sadaq: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sadaq?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sadaq 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Sadaq a common name?
We classify Sadaq as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Sadaq most popular?
The single biggest year for Sadaq was 2004, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sadaq is about 22 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 Sadaq in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Sadaq a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sadaq 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 Sadaq still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Sadaq 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 Sadaq 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 many people have Sadaq as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.