Sajjad
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 158 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
A surname from Arabic.
Sajjad is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin, meaning 'one who prostrates frequently' — from the Arabic sajada (to prostrate in prayer), describing someone deeply devoted to prayer and worship. In Islamic tradition, prostration in prayer (sujud) is one of the most intimate acts of devotion to God.
The name is particularly meaningful in Shia Muslim communities, where it is associated with Ali ibn al-Husayn (Zain al-Abidin), known as Al-Sajjad — 'the prostrator' — for his extraordinary devotion to prayer after the Battle of Karbala.
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Sajjad is built from 6 letters and two syllables — a mid-length form that balances memorability with distinctiveness. Within the Arabic naming tradition, this length is typical of names that preserve their full historical form, carrying their etymology on the surface.
The interplay of consonants and vowels in Sajjad creates its characteristic sharp, distinct quality. Two-syllable names are the most common length in American naming, hitting a natural speech rhythm that works across formal and informal contexts.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Sajjad has 23+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1987.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 25 | #11781 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 63 | #10717 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 58 | #10164 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 6 | #8820 | — |
| 1980s | 6 | #6797 | — |
The Story of Sajjad
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2003, Sajjad is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Sajjad are most likely born between 1993 and 2013.
How rare is Sajjad?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Sajjad is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1987, gained momentum through the mid-century, peaked in the 2010s with 63 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Sajjad by the numbers
- Would fill 3 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(23 years, 1987–2023)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 8 | #9584 |
| 2022 | 6 | #12059 |
| 2021 | 5 | #13726 |
| 2020 | 6 | #11756 |
| 2019 | 7 | #10599 |
| 2017 | 7 | #10569 |
| 2016 | 8 | #9517 |
| 2015 | 7 | #10417 |
| 2014 | 8 | #9466 |
| 2013 | 8 | #9503 |
| 2012 | 5 | #13844 |
| 2011 | 6 | #11995 |
| 2010 | 7 | #10547 |
| 2009 | 5 | #14114 |
| 2008 | 6 | #12286 |
| 2007 | 8 | #9605 |
| 2005 | 6 | #11206 |
| 2004 | 6 | #11097 |
| 2003 | 11 | #6640 |
| 2002 | 8 | #8299 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1987–2023