Zuhaib
A boy's name of Arabic origin with 80 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Zuhaib is a two-syllable boy's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 80 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
In the most recent SSA release, Zuhaib ranks #9859 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Zuhaib is a boy's baby name of Arabic origin, from the Arabic zuhaib, meaning 'golden' or related to the word for gold (dhahab). The name evokes the warmth and value of gold — one of the most universally prized substances in human civilization.
With 80 recorded U.S. births, Zuhaib is primarily used in Pakistani and Arab communities. Its connection to gold gives it an inherently auspicious quality, making it a name that wishes its bearer wealth, warmth, and lasting value.
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Zuhaib is cataloged under the Arabic naming tradition. Arabic names frequently carry layered meanings tied to virtue, beauty, or devotion — a naming tradition where the meaning of a name is considered deeply important.
In the U.S., Zuhaib has been recorded as a boy's name since 2001, with 80 total births. Browse the Arabic names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Zuhaib has 11+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2001.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 26 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 43 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 11 | — |
The Story of Zuhaib
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2018, Zuhaib is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Zuhaib are most likely born between 2008 and 2024.
How rare is Zuhaib?
Only about 1 in every 450,000 babies born in 2024 was named Zuhaib — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2001, peaked in the 2010s with 43 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Zuhaib by the numbers
- Would fill 2 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(11 years, 2001–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 | #9859 |
| 2023 | 10 | #8247 |
| 2022 | 8 | #9814 |
| 2018 | 11 | #7610 |
| 2017 | 6 | #12239 |
| 2016 | 7 | #10738 |
| 2013 | 7 | #10722 |
| 2011 | 7 | #10797 |
| 2010 | 5 | #14257 |
| 2009 | 5 | #14529 |
| 2001 | 6 | #10553 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2001–2024