How Many People Are Named Wahid?

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

Wahid
Very Rare
Arabic

Wahid means 'unique' in Arabic, making it a standout choice. Only 116 people named Wahid live in the US today, which is just 1 in 2,837,866 Americans. The majority, 66%, are under 30, showing its status as a modern name.

~985
Living in US
1 in 336,497
Americans
1999
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Unique
🌐
Origin
Arabic
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 9
Personality Traits
Distinctive Inspiring Determined
9
Life Path Number

Life-path number 9 symbolizes humanitarianism and spiritual enlightenment.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

319,208
Worldwide Bearers
#3,285
Global Rank
🇵🇰 Pakistan
123,664
🇧🇩 Bangladesh
46,739
🇮🇩 Indonesia
31,743
🇪🇬 Egypt
19,975
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
15,302
🇮🇳 India
15,006
🇾🇪 Yemen
8,386
🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates
6,453
🇩🇿 Algeria
5,901
🇮🇶 Iraq
4,925

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
116 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 23
79
Would be under 30 (66%)
40
Would be 30–60 (34%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 119 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: 1999

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
58
Classic Feel
22
Modern Appeal
98
International
100

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

📜 Wahid Through the Generations

Wahid peaked in popularity in 1999 with 11 births, reflecting its status as a newer-generation name. Today, the average age of someone named Wahid is 23, with 79 under 30, 40 between 30 and 60, and none over 60. This distribution underscores its modernity and appeal among younger demographics.

✨ Similar Names to Wahid

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Wahid's Arabic roots

📄 About the Name Wahid

How Many People Have the Name Wahid?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 985 people in the United States currently share the name Wahid. That works out to roughly 1 in every 336,497 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Wahid a Common or Rare Name?

Wahid 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 Wahid Mean?

Wahid means "unique" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 9.

Gender Breakdown

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

When Was Wahid Most Popular?

The name Wahid reached peak popularity in 1999, with 11 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

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 Wahid?

Approximately 985 people named Wahid live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 985. That works out to roughly 1 in 336,497 Americans.

Is Wahid a rare name?

Wahid is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 336,497 Americans has this name.

What does the name Wahid mean?

Wahid means "unique" and comes from Arabic origins.

Is Wahid more male or female?

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

When was Wahid most popular?

Wahid peaked in 1999 with 11 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

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 US985
All-Time Births985
1 in X1 in 336,497
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age23
Peak Year1999
World Rank#3,285
Male %100%
Female %0%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.