Sajaad
An Arabic name derived from the root word "Sajada" meaning "to prostrate in prayer."
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Sajaad. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Sajaad today is around 23 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Sajaad births was 2003 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Sajaad. 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 Sajaad. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2003
5 babies that year
Average age
23
years old
2003 SSA rank
#12,417
Tracked since 2003
Popularity
Sajaad: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Sajaad 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 Sajaad 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 Sajaad
The given name Sajaad finds its origins in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic root word "sajada," which means "to prostrate" or "to bow down." This root word is closely associated with the act of prayer and submission to God in Islamic tradition.
The name Sajaad likely emerged during the early centuries of Islam, as Arabic names with religious connotations became more prevalent. It is believed to have been used as a name for individuals who were particularly devout or dedicated to their faith.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Sajaad can be found in the writings of renowned Muslim scholars and historians from the 9th and 10th centuries. These works often referred to individuals with this name, indicating its use at that time.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Sajaad. One such individual was Sajaad al-Munajjid (1205-1285), a prominent Islamic scholar and theologian from Damascus, Syria. He was known for his contributions to the field of Islamic jurisprudence and his influential writings on various aspects of Islamic law.
Another famous Sajaad was Sajaad al-Qadiri (1567-1624), a Sufi mystic and poet from Ottoman-ruled Palestine. His works, which often explored themes of spirituality and devotion, were widely read and admired within the Sufi tradition.
In the 18th century, Sajaad Khan (1691-1753) was a prominent military leader and statesman in the Mughal Empire. He served as the Nawab (governor) of Awadh, a region in northern India, and was known for his able administration and patronage of the arts.
More recently, Sajaad Gharibi (1932-2017) was a renowned Iranian poet and literary figure. His poetic works, which often explored themes of love, nature, and social commentary, earned him widespread acclaim and numerous awards during his lifetime.
Sajaad Karim (born 1962) is a British lawyer and politician who served as a Member of the European Parliament from 2004 to 2019. He was known for his advocacy on issues related to civil liberties, human rights, and environmental protection.
The name Sajaad continues to be used across various cultures and regions, particularly among Muslim communities. Its deep-rooted connection to Islamic faith and tradition has contributed to its enduring popularity over the centuries.
People
Sajaad + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Sajaad 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
Sajaad: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Sajaad?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Sajaad 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 Sajaad a common name?
We classify Sajaad 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 Sajaad most popular?
The single biggest year for Sajaad was 2003, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Sajaad is about 23 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 Sajaad in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Sajaad a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Sajaad 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 Sajaad still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Sajaad 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 Sajaad 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 Sajaad as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.