How Many People Are Named Shafiq?

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

Shafiq
Very Rare
Arabic

Shafiq means 'the most beloved' in Arabic, making it a name of deep affection. Only 78 people named Shafiq live in the US today, which is just 1 in 4,249,354 Americans. The majority, 48%, are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~838
Living in US
1 in 395,524
Americans
1993
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Most beloved
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 33
Personality Traits
Affectionate Devoted
33
Life Path Number

Life path number 33 suggests a person who's destined to make significant contributions to humanity through their work.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

137,125
Worldwide Bearers
#7,616
Global Rank
🇵🇰 Pakistan
62,319
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
20,804
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
9,558
🇮🇳 India
8,456
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
7,647
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
4,682
🇾🇪 Yemen
4,003
🇱🇧 Lebanon
3,591
🇲🇾 Malaysia
2,031
🇸🇾 Syria
1,821

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
78 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 29
38
Would be under 30 (48%)
42
Would be 30–60 (53%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 80 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: 1993

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
51
Classic Feel
25
Modern Appeal
85
International
99

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

📜 Shafiq Through the Generations

Shafiq peaked in popularity in 1993 with 7 births, marking a high point in its usage. Today, it's considered very rare, with only 78 individuals bearing the name in the United States. The average age of those named Shafiq is 29, indicating a younger demographic. Among them, 38 are under 30, 42 are between 30 and 60, and none are over 60, showing a stable trend among newer generations.

✨ Similar Names to Shafiq

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Shafiq's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Shafiq

How Many People Have the Name Shafiq?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 838 people in the United States currently share the name Shafiq. That works out to roughly 1 in every 395,524 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Shafiq a Common or Rare Name?

Shafiq 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 Shafiq Mean?

Shafiq means "most beloved" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 33.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Shafiq Most Popular?

The name Shafiq reached peak popularity in 1993, with 7 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 Shafiq?

Approximately 838 people named Shafiq live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 838. That works out to roughly 1 in 395,524 Americans.

Is Shafiq a rare name?

Shafiq is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 395,524 Americans has this name.

What does the name Shafiq mean?

Shafiq means "most beloved" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Shafiq more male or female?

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

When was Shafiq most popular?

Shafiq peaked in 1993 with 7 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 US838
All-Time Births838
1 in X1 in 395,524
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age29
Peak Year1993
World Rank#7,616
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.