Ibad
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 11 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Ibad peaked during the Gen Alpha era, when 6 babies received this name in a single year (2017). That era was defined by creative, boundary-pushing naming, and Ibad has a more concentrated history, reflecting a specific cultural moment rather than a broad generational wave.
Ibad is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Ibad is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin, meaning "worshippers" or "servants of God" — from the Arabic ibad (plural of abd, servant, worshipper), as in the Quranic phrase ibad Allah (servants of God). The concept of devoted worship and service to God is central to Islamic practice, making this a deeply meaningful religious name.
Ibad is used in Muslim communities across the Arab world, South Asia, and the broader Islamic world. It carries both theological depth and a clean, uncomplicated sound — two syllables of genuine devotional meaning.
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Phonetically, Ibad belongs to a cluster of names characterized by their sharp, distinct ending — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. At two syllables, it has a two-beat rhythm that is easy to call across a room and natural in conversation.
Within the Arabic naming tradition, names with similar sound structures often share underlying etymological patterns. Exploring Arabic names on this site may surface connections that illuminate Ibad’s linguistic neighborhood.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Ibad has 2+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2016.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 11 | — |
The Story of Ibad
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2017, Ibad is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Ibad are most likely born between 2016 and 2017.
How rare is Ibad?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Ibad is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2016, peaked in the 2010s with 11 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(2 years, 2016–2017)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 6 | #11280 |
| 2016 | 5 | #12941 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2016–2017