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UK boy's name

Hadeed

A masculine Arabic name meaning "iron" or "solid".

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.

Hadeed is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Hadeed popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5119, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2014, with 7 births.

This profile covers 28 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2002 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 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 28 living people in the UK are called Hadeed. 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

  • Hadeed ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2014, when 7 boys were registered as Hadeed.
  • About 28 living people in the UK are estimated to have Hadeed as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5119

2024

Births in 2024

3

Latest year

Peak year

2014

7 births

Estimated living

28

2026

Meaning

What does Hadeed mean?

The name Hadeed is of Arabic origin, derived from the word "hadid," which means "iron" or "steel" in the Arabic language. It is believed to have originated in the Middle Eastern region during the medieval period, when the production and trade of iron and steel were thriving industries.

The name Hadeed may have been initially used as a descriptive term or a nickname for individuals involved in the metalworking trade or those known for their strength and resilience, akin to the qualities of iron. Over time, it evolved into a given name, particularly among the Arabic-speaking populations.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Hadeed can be found in the literary works of renowned Arabic poets and writers from the 9th and 10th centuries. These literary sources often employed the name as a metaphor to symbolize strength, durability, and resilience.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Hadeed. One such figure was Hadeed al-Misri, a renowned 12th-century Arab mathematician and astronomer from Egypt. He made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics and astronomy, authoring several treatises on these subjects.

Another historical figure with the name Hadeed was Hadeed ibn Abdallah, a prominent 14th-century Arab poet and scholar from Damascus. His poetic works, particularly his odes and elegies, were widely celebrated and influential during his time.

In the realm of Islamic theology and jurisprudence, Hadeed al-Hanafi was a respected 15th-century scholar and jurist from Baghdad. He authored several influential works on Islamic law and theology, which are still studied and referenced today.

During the Ottoman Empire, Hadeed Pasha was a notable military commander and statesman who served in the 16th century. He played a significant role in the expansion and consolidation of Ottoman control in various regions, earning him a reputation as a skilled strategist and leader.

Another prominent figure with the name Hadeed was Hadeed al-Qawwas, an Arab poet and writer from the 18th century. He was renowned for his mastery of the Arabic language and his contributions to Arabic literature, particularly in the genres of poetry and prose.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have borne the name Hadeed throughout history, reflecting its long-standing presence and significance within Arabic and Islamic cultures.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Hadeed over time

The chart below shows babies named Hadeed registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2002 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 Hadeed, the clearest high point is 2014. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2024, compared with 7 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Hadeed
02457200220132024

Decades

Hadeed by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Hadeed 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 #5119 3 1
2010s #4252 16 4
2000s #3448 9 3

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FAQ

Hadeed: questions and answers

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

In 2024, Hadeed was ranked #5119 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Hadeed most popular?

The peak year on record was 2014, with 7 babies registered as Hadeed in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Hadeed?

A masculine Arabic name meaning "iron" or "solid".

How many people are called Hadeed in the UK?

A total of 28 babies have been registered as Hadeed across the 8 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.