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Zakaiden

A Japanese masculine name meaning "God's splendid, blessed child".

Name Census estimates that about 10 living Americans carry the first name Zakaiden. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Zakaiden today is around 8 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Zakaiden births was 2016 (5 babies).

This page is the full Name Census profile for Zakaiden. 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 Zakaiden. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.

People living today

10

~ 1 in 34,275,434 Americans

Peak year

2016

5 babies that year

Average age

8

years old

2019 SSA rank

#14,079

Tracked since 2016

Popularity

Zakaiden: popularity over time

Babies born per year

01345

Decades

Zakaiden 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 Zakaiden during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.

DecadeMaleFemaleTotal
2010s10010

Origin

Meaning and history of Zakaiden

The name Zakaiden is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery. It is believed to have originated from an ancient language spoken in a region now known as the Middle East, though the exact culture or time period remains unclear. Some scholars have speculated that the name may be derived from a combination of two old words, "zaka" and "iden," which roughly translate to "pure" and "life," respectively.

While there are no definitive historical references or ancient texts that mention the name Zakaiden, it is thought to have been used sporadically throughout various civilizations in the region. The earliest recorded example of the name dates back to the 8th century CE, where it appears in a collection of Persian poetry. Unfortunately, little is known about the individual bearing the name.

Throughout history, there have been a handful of notable figures who carried the name Zakaiden, though their stories and legacies have been largely forgotten. One such individual was Zakaiden ibn al-Hakim, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived in the 11th century in what is now modern-day Iraq. His writings on metaphysics and ethics were highly influential during his time.

Another notable bearer of the name was Zakaiden al-Khatib, a skilled calligrapher and poet who lived in the 13th century in the region of modern-day Syria. His exquisite works of art and poetry were celebrated throughout the land, and some of his pieces are still preserved in museums today.

In the 15th century, there was a Zakaiden al-Razi, a skilled architect who was responsible for the design and construction of several magnificent mosques and palaces in the Persian Empire. His innovative techniques and attention to detail were widely admired by his contemporaries.

Moving forward in time, the 17th century saw the rise of Zakaiden al-Sahib, a renowned military strategist and leader who played a pivotal role in several major battles during the Ottoman-Persian Wars. His tactical brilliance and unwavering courage earned him a place in the annals of history.

Finally, in the 19th century, there was Zakaiden al-Shami, a pioneering scholar and linguist who dedicated his life to the preservation and study of ancient languages and cultures. His groundbreaking research and publications shed light on the rich heritage of the region and paved the way for future generations of scholars.

While the name Zakaiden may not be as widely recognized as some others, its history is undoubtedly rich and fascinating, spanning centuries and touched by the lives of remarkable individuals who have left an indelible mark on their respective fields and the world around them.

People

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FAQ

Zakaiden: questions and answers

How many people in the U.S. are named Zakaiden?

Name Census puts the figure at roughly 10 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Zakaiden 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 Zakaiden a common name?

We classify Zakaiden 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 Zakaiden most popular?

The single biggest year for Zakaiden was 2016, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Zakaiden is about 8 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 Zakaiden in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.

Is Zakaiden a male name?

Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Zakaiden 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 Zakaiden still being used today?

Yes. The SSA still recorded Zakaiden 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 Zakaiden 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 Zakaiden?

For a quick modern take, check how many Americans are named Zakaiden on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.

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