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UK boy's name

Emaad

A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "mainstay" or "firm support".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Emaad is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Emaad popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3254, with 6 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 8 births.

This profile covers 92 England and Wales registrations across 19 recorded years from 2004 to 2024. 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 91 living people in the UK are called Emaad. 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 2025 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Emaad ranked #3254 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 6 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2007, when 8 boys were registered as Emaad.
  • About 91 living people in the UK are estimated to have Emaad as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#3254

2024

Births in 2024

6

Latest year

Peak year

2007

8 births

Estimated living

91

2026

Meaning

What does Emaad mean?

The name Emaad has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with roots dating back to ancient times. It is derived from the Arabic word "amaad," which means "pillar" or "support," suggesting strength, reliability, and a sense of steadfastness.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Emaad can be traced back to the Middle Ages, when it was commonly used among Arab populations in the Middle East and North Africa. During this period, the name was often associated with individuals who held positions of authority, leadership, or served as pillars of their communities.

One of the earliest recorded individuals bearing the name Emaad was Emaad al-Din al-Isfahani, a renowned Persian scholar and historian who lived from 1125 to 1201 CE. He was known for his extensive contributions to the study of Islamic history and literature.

Another notable figure was Emaad al-Mulk, a prominent minister and vizier in the Seljuk Empire during the 11th century. He played a crucial role in the administration and governance of the empire, earning a reputation for his wisdom and statesmanship.

In the realm of Islamic literature, the name Emaad is associated with Emaad al-Din al-Kashi, a renowned Persian mathematician and astronomer who lived from 1380 to 1429 CE. He made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy, and his works were widely studied and referenced across the Islamic world.

During the Ottoman Empire, the name Emaad gained further prominence with individuals like Emaad al-Din Mahmud, a respected Sufi scholar and poet who lived in the 16th century. His works explored themes of spirituality, devotion, and the pursuit of inner peace.

Throughout history, the name Emaad has been carried by individuals from various walks of life, including scholars, statesmen, artists, and religious leaders. While its usage may have fluctuated over time, the name has maintained a strong connection to its Arabic roots and the values of strength, reliability, and steadfastness it represents.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Emaad over time

The chart below shows babies named Emaad registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Emaad, the clearest high point is 2007. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2024, compared with 8 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Emaad
02468200420142024

Decades

Emaad by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Emaad 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
2020s #3273 23 4
2010s #3579 49 10
2000s #3734 20 5

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FAQ

Emaad: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Emaad was ranked #3254 for boys in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.

When was Emaad most popular?

The peak year on record was 2007, with 8 babies registered as Emaad in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Emaad?

A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "mainstay" or "firm support".

How many people are called Emaad in the UK?

A total of 92 babies have been registered as Emaad across the 19 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.