UK boy's name
Saajid
An Arabic masculine name meaning "fortunate" or "blessed".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Saajid is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Saajid popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 4 births.
This profile covers 14 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2004 to 2022. 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 14 living people in the UK are called Saajid. 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 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Saajid ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 4 boys were registered as Saajid.
- • About 14 living people in the UK are estimated to have Saajid as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2005
4 births
Estimated living
14
2026
Meaning
What does Saajid mean?
The name Saajid has its origins in the Arabic language and can be traced back to the 7th century CE. It is derived from the Arabic root word "sa'ada," which means "to be fortunate" or "to prosper." The name is traditionally transliterated as "Sa'eed" or "Sa'id" in Arabic script.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Saajid can be found in the Qur'an, the holy book of Islam, where it is mentioned as a name given to one of the prophets. This association with a religious figure has contributed to the popularity of the name among Muslim communities worldwide.
Throughout history, the name Saajid has been borne by several notable individuals. One of the most famous was Saajid ibn Abi Waqqas, a companion of the Prophet Muhammad and a significant figure in early Islamic history. He lived between 594 and 674 CE and played a crucial role in the spread of Islam during the early caliphate.
Another prominent figure with the name Saajid was Saajid al-Andalusi, a renowned scholar and philosopher from Muslim Spain, who lived between 1029 and 1070 CE. He made significant contributions to the fields of mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy during the Golden Age of Islamic civilization in Andalusia.
In the realm of literature, Saajid Farrukhi, a Persian poet from the 11th century CE, is known for his works in the Persian language. His poetry was highly regarded during his time and celebrated for its lyrical beauty and profound themes.
Moving forward in history, Saajid Pasha was an Ottoman statesman and military commander who lived from 1592 to 1657 CE. He served as the Grand Vizier of the Ottoman Empire and played a crucial role in the expansion and consolidation of Ottoman power in the Balkans and the Middle East.
In more recent times, Saajid Naqvi, an Indian politician and lawyer born in 1942, has been a prominent figure in Indian politics. He served as a member of the Indian Parliament and held various ministerial positions in the Indian government.
While these are just a few examples, the name Saajid has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and eras, each leaving their mark on history in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human civilization.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Saajid over time
The chart below shows babies named Saajid registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Saajid, the clearest high point is 2005. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Saajid by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Saajid 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 | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #3865 | 4 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3430 | 7 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Saajid
- Samuel 108,505
- Sebastian 33,008
- Sam 20,889
- Stanley 16,354
- Sonny 15,028
- Sean 15,006
- Scott 12,587
- Seth 9,841
- Syed 9,050
- Stephen 8,884
- Spencer 8,333
- Steven 6,970
FAQ
Saajid: questions and answers
How popular is the name Saajid in the UK right now?
In 2022, Saajid was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Saajid most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 4 babies registered as Saajid in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Saajid?
An Arabic masculine name meaning "fortunate" or "blessed".
How many people are called Saajid in the UK?
A total of 14 babies have been registered as Saajid across the 4 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.