How Many People Are Named Shahd?

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

Shahd
Very Rare
Arabic

Shahd means 'princess' in Arabic, making it a regal choice. Only 720 people named Shahd live in the US today, which means 1 in 458,214 Americans have this name. The majority, 98%, are under 30, giving it a truly modern vibe.

~720
Living in US
1 in 458,214
Americans
2017
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Princess
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 22
Personality Traits
Regal Confident Charismatic
22
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 22 are seen as natural leaders and visionaries.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

82,629
Worldwide Bearers
#12,039
Global Rank
🇪🇬 Egypt
56,064
🇸🇩 Sudan
16,063
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
9,209
🇵🇰 Pakistan
504
🇧🇭 Bahrain
133
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
91
🇮🇳 India
80
🇶🇦 Qatar
74
🇹🇭 Thailand
62
🇰🇼 Kuwait
57

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
720 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 14
713
Would be under 30 (98%)
13
Would be 30–60 (2%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 726 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: 2017

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
84
Classic Feel
12
Modern Appeal
100
International
99

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

📜 Shahd Through the Generations

Shahd emerged as a name in the United States in the early 2000s, gaining popularity until its peak in 2017 with 42 births. Since then, it's remained stable, with most of the 720 living bearers being under 30 years old. This name's prevalence among younger generations suggests it's likely to continue being popular among parents seeking a modern, unique name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 84
Michigan 69
California 12
New Jersey 5
Texas 5

✨ Similar Names to Shahd

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Shahd's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Shahd

How Many People Have the Name Shahd?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 720 people in the United States currently share the name Shahd. That works out to roughly 1 in every 458,214 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Shahd a Common or Rare Name?

Shahd 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 Shahd Mean?

Shahd means "princess" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 22.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Shahd Most Popular?

The name Shahd reached peak popularity in 2017, with 42 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 Shahd?

Approximately 720 people named Shahd live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 726. That works out to roughly 1 in 458,214 Americans.

Is Shahd a rare name?

Shahd is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 458,214 Americans has this name.

What does the name Shahd mean?

Shahd means "princess" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Shahd more male or female?

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

When was Shahd most popular?

Shahd peaked in 2017 with 42 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 US720
All-Time Births726
1 in X1 in 458,214
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age14
Peak Year2017
World Rank#12,039
Male %0%
Female %100%

Check the statistics for any first or last name

Search Names
Data Source

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

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.