How Many People Are Named Arshad?

Complete statistics for the name Arshad: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Arshad
Very Rare
Arabic

Arshad means 'protector' in Arabic, making it a name rich in significance. Only 1 in 1,135,452 Americans have this name, highlighting its very rare status among male names. With most people named Arshad being under 30, it's clear this is a genuinely modern name.

~2,362
Living in US
1 in 140,326
Americans
2002
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Protector
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Protective Strong Caring
6
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 6 are known for their nurturing nature and ability to bring harmony to those around them.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

657,014
Worldwide Bearers
#1,490
Global Rank
🇵🇰 Pakistan
471,160
🇮🇳 India
58,756
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
56,068
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
22,362
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
13,878
🇮🇶 Iraq
7,112
🇮🇷 Iran
5,268
🇬🇧 England
4,041
🇶🇦 Qatar
3,870
🇲🇾 Malaysia
3,012

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
291 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 19
244
Would be under 30 (82%)
52
Would be 30–60 (18%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 296 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2002

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
73
Classic Feel
23
Modern Appeal
97
International
100

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Arshad Through the Generations

Arshad has seen steady growth since its peak in 2002 when 17 babies were given this name. Today, there are 291 people named Arshad living in the United States, with the majority under 30 years old. This trend suggests Arshad is a name embraced by younger generations, likely due to its strong, protective connotations.

✨ Similar Names to Arshad

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Arshad's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Arshad

How Many People Have the Name Arshad?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 2,362 people in the United States currently share the name Arshad. That works out to roughly 1 in every 140,326 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Arshad a Common or Rare Name?

Arshad is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Arshad Mean?

Arshad means "protector" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Arshad in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Arshad Most Popular?

The name Arshad reached peak popularity in 2002, with 17 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Arshad?

Approximately 2,362 people named Arshad live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 2,362. That works out to roughly 1 in 140,326 Americans.

Is Arshad a rare name?

Arshad is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 140,326 Americans has this name.

What does the name Arshad mean?

Arshad means "protector" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Arshad more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Arshad are male and 0% are female.

When was Arshad most popular?

Arshad peaked in 2002 with 17 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US2,362
All-Time Births2,362
1 in X1 in 140,326
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age19
Peak Year2002
World Rank#1,490
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.