UK boy's name
Humaid
An Arabic masculine given name derived from the word "hamd" meaning "praise".
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.
Humaid is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Humaid 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 2023, with 8 births.
This profile covers 85 England and Wales registrations across 17 recorded years from 1997 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 84 living people in the UK are called Humaid. 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
- • Humaid ranked #3254 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 6 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2023, when 8 boys were registered as Humaid.
- • About 84 living people in the UK are estimated to have Humaid 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
2023
8 births
Estimated living
84
2026
Meaning
What does Humaid mean?
The name Humaid originates from the Arabic language and is believed to have its roots in the Semitic cultures of the Middle East, dating back to ancient times. The name is derived from the Arabic word "hamd," which means "praise" or "to praise," and is often associated with praising or giving thanks to God.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Humaid can be found in the Quran, the holy book of Islam, where it is mentioned as a variant of the name Ahmad, which is also derived from the same root word "hamd." This connection to the Quran suggests that the name has been in use among Arabic-speaking communities for centuries.
In the historical context, the name Humaid has been borne by several notable individuals throughout the ages. One of the earliest recorded figures with this name was Humaid ibn Qahtaba, an Arab poet and military leader who lived in the 7th century CE during the early Islamic era. He played a significant role in the Muslim conquests and is remembered for his contributions to Arabic literature.
Another prominent figure with the name Humaid was Humaid ibn Abdulaziz Al Saud, a member of the Saudi royal family who lived in the 18th century. He was a prominent leader and played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of the Al Saud dynasty in the Arabian Peninsula.
In the 19th century, Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi was a prominent ruler of the Emirate of Ajman, one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates today. He is remembered for his efforts in developing and modernizing the region during his reign.
Moving into the 20th century, Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi III was the ruler of Ajman from 1928 to 1981. He played a significant role in the formation of the United Arab Emirates and was instrumental in promoting the economic and social development of his emirate.
Another notable figure with the name Humaid was Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi IV, who served as the ruler of Ajman from 1981 to 2022. He was known for his efforts in promoting education, healthcare, and infrastructure development in the emirate, and played a crucial role in the continued progress and prosperity of the United Arab Emirates.
These are just a few examples of the historical figures who have borne the name Humaid, but the name has undoubtedly been carried by many other individuals throughout the centuries, reflecting its deep roots and cultural significance in the Arabic-speaking world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Humaid over time
The chart below shows babies named Humaid registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1997 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 Humaid, the clearest high point is 2023. The latest England and Wales figure is 6 births in 2024, compared with 8 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Humaid by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Humaid 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 | #3609 | 21 | 4 |
| 2010s | #3322 | 27 | 5 |
| 2000s | #2757 | 27 | 6 |
| 1990s | #2048 | 10 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Humaid
- Harry 141,693
- Henry 65,177
- Harrison 45,958
- Harvey 35,648
- Harley 22,095
- Hugo 18,779
- Hayden 12,622
- Hunter 10,350
- Hudson 9,104
- Hamza 8,564
- Hassan 5,982
- Hasan 3,599
FAQ
Humaid: questions and answers
How popular is the name Humaid in the UK right now?
In 2024, Humaid was ranked #3254 for boys in England and Wales, with 6 births registered.
When was Humaid most popular?
The peak year on record was 2023, with 8 babies registered as Humaid in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Humaid?
An Arabic masculine given name derived from the word "hamd" meaning "praise".
How many people are called Humaid in the UK?
A total of 85 babies have been registered as Humaid across the 17 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.