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UK boy's name

Majeed

An Arabic masculine name meaning "glorious" or "illustrious".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2019. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Majeed is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Majeed popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2019 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4702, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2016, with 10 births.

This profile covers 30 England and Wales registrations across 7 recorded years from 1996 to 2019. 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 30% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 30 living people in the UK are called Majeed. 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 2020 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Majeed ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales in 2019, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2016, when 10 boys were registered as Majeed.
  • About 30 living people in the UK are estimated to have Majeed as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#4702

2019

Births in 2019

3

Latest year

Peak year

2016

10 births

Estimated living

30

2026

Meaning

What does Majeed mean?

The name Majeed has its origins in the Arabic language and is derived from the root word "majd," which means glory, honor, or majesty. It is a name that has been used for centuries in the Middle East and among Muslim communities around the world.

The earliest recorded instances of the name Majeed can be traced back to the 7th century CE, during the time of the Islamic Golden Age. It was a period of great cultural, scientific, and intellectual advancement in the Middle East and North Africa. The name Majeed was often given to individuals who were revered for their wisdom, knowledge, or contributions to society.

One of the most notable historical figures with the name Majeed was Al-Majeed ibn Idris al-Wazir, a prominent Arab scholar and vizier who lived in the 9th century CE. He served under the Abbasid caliph Al-Mu'tazz and was renowned for his expertise in various fields, including literature, poetry, and Islamic jurisprudence.

Another famous individual with the name Majeed was Majeed bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud, a member of the Saudi royal family who lived from 1938 to 2003. He served as the Minister of Defense and Aviation for Saudi Arabia from 1962 to 1992 and played a significant role in the country's military and political affairs.

In the realm of literature, one cannot overlook Majeed Lahori, a renowned Urdu poet and scholar who lived in British India during the 19th century (1810-1876). His contributions to Urdu poetry and his works on Islamic philosophy and mysticism have left an indelible mark on the literary landscape of the region.

The name Majeed has also been associated with historical figures from other cultures and regions. For example, Majeed Khan was a prominent military leader and statesman in the Mughal Empire of South Asia during the 17th century (1637-1705). He served as the governor of several provinces and played a crucial role in expanding the empire's territories.

Another noteworthy figure was Majeed Masoud, an Iranian military commander and politician who lived from 1957 to 2001. He played a pivotal role in the Afghan civil war and was a prominent leader of the Northern Alliance, a multi-ethnic armed group that fought against the Taliban regime in Afghanistan.

While the name Majeed has its roots in the Arabic language and Islamic culture, it has transcended geographical and religious boundaries over the centuries, gaining recognition and respect in various parts of the world. Its meaning and historical significance continue to resonate with individuals who value honor, glory, and the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Majeed over time

The chart below shows babies named Majeed registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2019. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Majeed, the clearest high point is 2016. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2019, compared with 10 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Majeed
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Decades

Majeed by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Majeed 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 #4025 23 5
2000s #2587 4 1
1990s #2863 3 1

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FAQ

Majeed: questions and answers

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

In 2019, Majeed was ranked #4702 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Majeed most popular?

The peak year on record was 2016, with 10 babies registered as Majeed in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Majeed?

An Arabic masculine name meaning "glorious" or "illustrious".

How many people are called Majeed in the UK?

A total of 30 babies have been registered as Majeed across the 7 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.