Zaid
Zaid is a Muslim boy name meaning “Increase, growth, abundance”.
| Meaning | Increase, growth, abundance |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | زيد |
| Pronunciation | ZAYD |
| Arabic root | ز ي د (z-y-d) — to increase, to grow |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Zaid
Zaid is a common spelling of the Arabic name Zayd, meaning increase or growth. Zayd ibn Ḥāritha, the freed man and adopted son of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, is the only Companion mentioned by name in the Quran. Another famous bearer is Zayd ibn Thābit, who led the compilation of the Quran into a single written copy.
Is Zaid a Muslim name?
Yes. Zaid is a well-known Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by the Companions Zayd ibn Ḥāritha and Zayd ibn Thābit.
Is Zaid in the Quran?
Zayd is named in the Quran: 'So when Zayd had ended his relationship with her...' (Quran 33:37).
Where is the name Zaid used?
Used throughout the Arab world, South Asia and the diaspora; Zaid is the usual South Asian and English spelling.
Gifts with the name Zaid
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Spellings and variants of Zaid
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Zaid mean?
Zaid means 'Increase, growth, abundance'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Zaid a Muslim name?
Yes. Zaid is a well-known Muslim name of Arabic origin, borne by the Companions Zayd ibn Ḥāritha and Zayd ibn Thābit.
How do you write Zaid in Arabic?
Zaid is written زيد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Zaid?
Zaid is pronounced ZAYD.
Is Zaid mentioned in the Quran?
Zayd is named in the Quran: 'So when Zayd had ended his relationship with her...' (Quran 33:37).