UK girl's name
Majida
A feminine Arabic name meaning "the glorious one" or "illustrious one".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2015. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Majida is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Majida popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2015 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5730, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2001, with 4 births.
This profile covers 27 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 1998 to 2015. 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 27 living people in the UK are called Majida. 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 2016 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Majida ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales in 2015, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2001, when 4 girls were registered as Majida.
- • About 27 living people in the UK are estimated to have Majida as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5730
2015
Births in 2015
3
Latest year
Peak year
2001
4 births
Estimated living
27
2026
Meaning
What does Majida mean?
The name Majida has its origins in Arabic, derived from the root word "majid," which means "glorious" or "majestic." It is a feminine name that has been in use for centuries, particularly in the Middle East and among Arabic-speaking communities.
The earliest recorded usage of the name Majida can be traced back to the 7th century, during the early years of Islamic civilization. It gained popularity as a name for girls born into noble or influential families, reflecting the name's connotation of grandeur and honor.
One of the most notable historical figures bearing the name Majida was Majida al-Kamil, a Mamluk princess who lived in the 13th century. She was the daughter of the Mamluk Sultan Al-Kamil and played a significant role in the political affairs of the time.
Another prominent figure was Majida al-Qubaysi, an influential Arab poet and literary figure from the 20th century. She was born in Damascus, Syria, in 1909 and gained recognition for her contributions to modern Arabic literature.
In the realm of religion, Majida al-Hilali was a renowned Islamic scholar and writer from Saudi Arabia. She was born in 1931 and authored numerous books on Islamic subjects, contributing greatly to the advancement of women's education in her country.
The name Majida has also been associated with royalty. Princess Majida Rashid Al Maktoum, a member of the ruling family of Dubai, was born in 1964 and is known for her philanthropic work and support of various charitable causes.
Additionally, Majida Al Sabah, a Kuwaiti princess born in 1970, has been actively involved in promoting women's rights and education initiatives in the Middle East.
While the name Majida has its roots in the Arabic language, it has transcended cultural boundaries and gained popularity in various regions around the world. Its deep-rooted meaning of glory and majesty has contributed to its enduring appeal throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Majida over time
The chart below shows babies named Majida registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1998 to 2015. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Majida, the clearest high point is 2001. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2015, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Majida by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Majida 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 | #5209 | 7 | 2 |
| 2000s | #4628 | 17 | 5 |
| 1990s | #3848 | 3 | 1 |
Related
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- Molly 47,734
- Millie 44,390
- Maisie 32,671
- Matilda 29,965
- Maya 26,445
- Madison 18,441
- Maria 17,304
- Mollie 15,914
- Martha 15,116
- Maddison 14,918
FAQ
Majida: questions and answers
How popular is the name Majida in the UK right now?
In 2015, Majida was ranked #5730 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Majida most popular?
The peak year on record was 2001, with 4 babies registered as Majida in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Majida?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "the glorious one" or "illustrious one".
How many people are called Majida in the UK?
A total of 27 babies have been registered as Majida 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.