Iyad
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 233 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Fewer than 233 Americans have ever been named Iyad. It first appeared in SSA records in 1973 and peaked modestly at 16 births in 2020 — rare enough to be distinctive, with just enough history to feel grounded.
In the most recent SSA release, Iyad ranks #6972 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Iyad is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin, meaning 'support' or 'strength,' from the Arabic root evoking the idea of a pillar of strength that supports others. It may also be connected to the Arabic word for 'helping hand' or 'reinforcement.'
Iyad is used across the Arab world as a name that carries quiet, dependable strength — not the flashy power of a warrior name but the solid, essential power of someone others lean on and trust completely.
EtymologyShow more
Iyad first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 1973. First appearing in the 1970s, Iyad emerged during a period of rapid naming innovation in America, when parents increasingly created new names or adopted them from global cultures.
Its Arabic classification suggests a path from arabic linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Iyad has 27+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1973.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 58 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 103 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 36 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 10 | ▼ |
| 1980s | 16 | ▲ |
| 1970s | 10 | — |
The Story of Iyad
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2020, Iyad is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Iyad are most likely born between 2010 and 2024.
How rare is Iyad?
Only about 1 in every 300,000 babies born in 2024 was named Iyad — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1973, gained momentum through the mid-century, peaked in the 2010s with 103 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Iyad by the numbers
- Would fill 5 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(27 years, 1973–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 12 | #6972 |
| 2023 | 12 | #7060 |
| 2022 | 9 | #8573 |
| 2021 | 9 | #8433 |
| 2020 | 16 | #5548 |
| 2019 | 14 | #6217 |
| 2018 | 5 | #12924 |
| 2017 | 11 | #7284 |
| 2016 | 12 | #6884 |
| 2015 | 6 | #11225 |
| 2014 | 11 | #7236 |
| 2013 | 15 | #5768 |
| 2012 | 12 | #6775 |
| 2011 | 7 | #10040 |
| 2010 | 10 | #7806 |
| 2009 | 9 | #8572 |
| 2008 | 11 | #7394 |
| 2006 | 6 | #11188 |
| 2003 | 5 | #11574 |
| 2000 | 5 | #11060 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1973–2024