UK boy's name
Masud
An Arabic masculine name meaning "fortunate" or "of auspicious omen".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Masud is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Masud popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4608, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 9 births.
This profile covers 118 England and Wales registrations across 21 recorded years from 1996 to 2020. 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 33% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 117 living people in the UK are called Masud. 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 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Masud ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 9 boys were registered as Masud.
- • About 117 living people in the UK are estimated to have Masud as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4608
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
9 births
Estimated living
117
2026
Meaning
What does Masud mean?
The name Masud has its origins in the Persian language and can be traced back to the medieval era in regions that are now part of modern-day Iran, Afghanistan, and Central Asia. It is derived from the Persian root words "mas'ud" or "mas'oud," which translate to "fortunate," "prosperous," or "blessed."
One of the earliest known historical figures to bear this name was Masud I, the Sultan of the Ghaznavid Empire, who ruled from 998 to 1030 CE. He was a renowned military leader and patron of the arts, known for his conquests and cultural contributions during the Islamic Golden Age.
Another notable figure was Masud II, the Sultan of the Seljuk Empire, who ruled from 1134 to 1152 CE. He was celebrated for his military achievements and for his efforts in promoting education and intellectual pursuits within his realm.
In the realm of literature, Masud Sa'd Salman, a 13th-century Persian poet and mystic, is remembered for his contributions to the rich literary tradition of the region. His works, which often explored themes of love and spirituality, were highly influential during his time and remain celebrated to this day.
Moving forward in history, Masud Khan (1888-1971) was a prominent Indian Muslim political leader and statesman who played a significant role in the Indian independence movement. He served as the first Minister of the Interior in the interim government of India and later became the first Governor of the North-West Frontier Province (now Khyber Pakhtunkhwa) in Pakistan.
Masud Rana (1938-2020) was a renowned Pakistani writer and intellectual who made significant contributions to Urdu literature and literary criticism. He was widely recognized for his novels, short stories, and essays, which explored themes of identity, culture, and social issues.
These are just a few examples of the many historical figures who have borne the name Masud, a name that carries a rich heritage and has been associated with individuals who have left their mark on various fields throughout history.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Masud over time
The chart below shows babies named Masud registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2020. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Masud, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2020, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Masud by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Masud 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 | #4608 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #3283 | 45 | 8 |
| 2000s | #2510 | 55 | 9 |
| 1990s | #2232 | 15 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Masud
- Matthew 80,931
- Mohammed 74,321
- Muhammad 72,235
- Max 59,807
- Michael 47,075
- Mason 38,935
- Mohammad 25,910
- Morgan 15,994
- Muhammed 11,527
- Mark 11,336
- Marcus 11,257
- Maxwell 10,006
FAQ
Masud: questions and answers
How popular is the name Masud in the UK right now?
In 2020, Masud was ranked #4608 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Masud most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 9 babies registered as Masud in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Masud?
An Arabic masculine name meaning "fortunate" or "of auspicious omen".
How many people are called Masud in the UK?
A total of 118 babies have been registered as Masud across the 21 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.