How Many People Are Named Riad?

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

Riad
Very Rare
Arabic

Riad means 'palace' in Arabic, making it a regal choice. Only 1 in 1,458,229 Americans share this rare name, with just 226 people living today. The majority, 80%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~659
Living in US
1 in 502,958
Americans
2009
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Palace
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Regal Dignified Confident
5
Life Path Number

Life-path number 5 symbolizes freedom, adventure, and versatility.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

232,326
Worldwide Bearers
#4,518
Global Rank
🇮🇶 Iraq
53,205
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
36,109
🇸🇾 Syria
20,285
🇩🇿 Algeria
19,300
🇾🇪 Yemen
19,099
🇪🇬 Egypt
14,271
🇯🇴 Jordan
11,328
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
10,666
🇲🇦 Morocco
9,472
🇵🇸 Palestine
8,240

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
226 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 19
184
Would be under 30 (80%)
47
Would be 30–60 (20%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 231 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: 2009

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
69
Classic Feel
17
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

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

📜 Riad Through the Generations

Riad, a name steeped in Arabic heritage, has seen steady usage since its peak in 2009 when 13 babies were given this moniker. Today, there are 226 people named Riad in the United States, with the average age sitting at 19. The age distribution reveals a youthful demographic, with 184 individuals under 30, 47 between 30 and 60, and none over 60, indicating a name embraced by younger generations.

✨ Similar Names to Riad

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Riad's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Riad

How Many People Have the Name Riad?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 659 people in the United States currently share the name Riad. That works out to roughly 1 in every 502,958 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Riad a Common or Rare Name?

Riad 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 Riad Mean?

Riad means "palace" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Riad Most Popular?

The name Riad reached peak popularity in 2009, with 13 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 Riad?

Approximately 659 people named Riad live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 659. That works out to roughly 1 in 502,958 Americans.

Is Riad a rare name?

Riad is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 502,958 Americans has this name.

What does the name Riad mean?

Riad means "palace" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Riad more male or female?

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

When was Riad most popular?

Riad peaked in 2009 with 13 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 US659
All-Time Births659
1 in X1 in 502,958
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age19
Peak Year2009
World Rank#4,518
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.