أسد

Asad

boyArabic

Asad is a Muslim boy name meaning “Lion”.

MeaningLion
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingأسد
PronunciationAH-sad
Arabic rootأ س د (ʾ-s-d) — lion
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Asad

Asad is the Arabic word for lion and a symbol of courage. Ḥamza ibn ʿAbd al-Muṭṭalib, the Prophet's uncle, was honoured as Asad Allāh, 'the Lion of God', and ʿAlī ibn Abī Ṭālib's mother was Fāṭima bint Asad. The name is popular across the Muslim world.

Is Asad a Muslim name?

Yes. Asad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning lion, linked to Hamza's title Asad Allah.

Where is the name Asad used?

Used throughout the Muslim world; Esad is the Bosnian and Turkish form.

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Spellings and variants of Asad

AssadAsaadEsad

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Asad mean?

Asad means 'Lion'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Asad a Muslim name?

Yes. Asad is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning lion, linked to Hamza's title Asad Allah.

How do you write Asad in Arabic?

Asad is written أسد in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Asad?

Asad is pronounced AH-sad.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.