أسيد

Usayd

boyArabic

Usayd is a Muslim boy name meaning “Little lion”.

MeaningLittle lion
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingأسيد
Pronunciationoo-SAID
Arabic rootأ س د (ʾ-s-d) — lion
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Usayd

Usayd is the diminutive of asad, lion. Its most famous bearer is Usayd ibn Ḥuḍayr, a chief of the Aws in Madinah who accepted Islam through Muṣʿab ibn ʿUmayr. Reports describe angels drawing near to listen when he recited the Quran at night.

Is Usayd a Muslim name?

Yes. Usayd is a Muslim name meaning little lion, borne by the Companion Usayd ibn Ḥuḍayr.

Where is the name Usayd used?

Used in Jordan, Palestine, the Gulf and among diaspora families.

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Spellings and variants of Usayd

UsaidOsaidUseyd

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Usayd mean?

Usayd means 'Little lion'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Usayd a Muslim name?

Yes. Usayd is a Muslim name meaning little lion, borne by the Companion Usayd ibn Ḥuḍayr.

How do you write Usayd in Arabic?

Usayd is written أسيد in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Usayd?

Usayd is pronounced oo-SAID.

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