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UK boy's name

Amjed

A masculine Arabic name meaning "glorious, praised".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2017. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Amjed is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Amjed popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2017 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4812, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 4 births.

This profile covers 10 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2015 to 2017. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.

The latest count is about 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 10 living people in the UK are called Amjed. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2018 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Amjed ranked #4812 for boys in England and Wales in 2017, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2016, when 4 boys were registered as Amjed.
  • About 10 living people in the UK are estimated to have Amjed as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4812

2017

Births in 2017

3

Latest year

Peak year

2016

4 births

Estimated living

10

2026

Meaning

What does Amjed mean?

The name Amjed has its roots in the Arabic language and culture. It is derived from the Arabic word "majd," which means "glory" or "honor." The name is believed to have originated in the Middle East during the early days of Islam.

In ancient times, the name Amjed was often associated with people of high social standing or those who had achieved great success or recognition. The name carried a sense of prestige and respect, reflecting the values and traditions of Arabic society.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Amjed can be found in historical records from the 7th century CE. During this period, the name was prominent among the ruling classes and scholars of the Islamic world.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Amjed. One such individual was Amjed Al-Rifa'i (1119-1192 CE), a renowned Sufi scholar and spiritual leader from present-day Syria. He was known for his contributions to Islamic mysticism and his influential writings on Sufism.

Another notable bearer of the name was Amjed Al-Qurashi (1140-1227 CE), an Arab scholar and poet from present-day Iraq. He was highly respected for his mastery of Arabic literature and his contributions to the development of the Arabic language.

In the 13th century, Amjed Al-Din Al-Khatib (1201-1276 CE) was a prominent historian and scholar from present-day Syria. He authored numerous works on Islamic history, literature, and jurisprudence, and his writings are considered invaluable sources for understanding the cultural and intellectual life of the era.

During the Ottoman Empire, Amjed Pasha (1652-1718 CE) was a renowned military leader and statesman who served as the Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire from 1711 to 1712. He played a significant role in the military campaigns and diplomatic affairs of the empire.

In more recent times, Amjed Hossain (1936-2022 CE) was a prominent Bangladeshi writer, poet, and journalist. He was widely acclaimed for his contributions to Bengali literature and his efforts in promoting cultural exchange between Bangladesh and other nations.

While the name Amjed has its roots in the Arabic language and culture, it has transcended borders and has been embraced by people of various backgrounds and nationalities throughout history. The name continues to carry a sense of honor, prestige, and respect, reflecting the enduring values of its cultural heritage.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Amjed over time

The chart below shows babies named Amjed registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2015 to 2017. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Amjed, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2017, compared with 4 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Amjed
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Decades

Amjed by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Amjed was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.

Decade Average rank Total births Years covered
2010s #4527 10 3

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FAQ

Amjed: questions and answers

How popular is the name Amjed in the UK right now?

In 2017, Amjed was ranked #4812 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Amjed most popular?

The peak year on record was 2016, with 4 babies registered as Amjed in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Amjed?

A masculine Arabic name meaning "glorious, praised".

How many people are called Amjed in the UK?

A total of 10 babies have been registered as Amjed across the 3 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.

Which records is this page based on?

The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.