UK girl's name
Saidah
A feminine Arabic name meaning "fortunate" or "prosperous".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2013. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Saidah is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Saidah popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2013 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5742, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2003, with 4 births.
This profile covers 10 England and Wales registrations across 3 recorded years from 2001 to 2013. 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 10 living people in the UK are called Saidah. 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 2014 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Saidah ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales in 2013, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2003, when 4 girls were registered as Saidah.
- • About 10 living people in the UK are estimated to have Saidah as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5742
2013
Births in 2013
3
Latest year
Peak year
2003
4 births
Estimated living
10
2026
Meaning
What does Saidah mean?
The name Saidah is of Arabic origin, derived from the root word "sa'id," which means "happy" or "fortunate." It is a feminine name commonly used in the Middle East and North Africa.
In Arabic culture, names often carry significant meanings and are chosen with great care. The name Saidah conveys a sense of joy, blessings, and good fortune, reflecting the parents' hopes and aspirations for their daughter.
While the exact origin of the name is uncertain, it is believed to have been in use since ancient times in the Arab world. Some scholars suggest that the name may have been influenced by the Arabic word "sayyidah," which means "lady" or "noble woman."
The name Saidah has been recorded in various historical and religious texts throughout the centuries. In the Quran, the holy book of Islam, there are references to the concept of "sa'id," which is associated with happiness and prosperity.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Saidah can be found in the writings of medieval Arab scholars and historians. For example, in the 9th century, there was a notable scholar and poet named Saidah bint Al-Mu'taman, who was renowned for her literary works and contributions to Arabic literature.
Throughout history, there have been several notable women who bore the name Saidah. Here are a few examples:
1. Saidah Al-Hurra (1512-1542): A renowned female pirate and military leader from Morocco who commanded a powerful fleet and fought against the Portuguese and Spanish invaders.
2. Saidah Lutfullah (1880-1969): An influential Egyptian feminist and activist who played a crucial role in the women's rights movement in the early 20th century.
3. Saidah Salama Musa (1890-1958): A pioneering Egyptian writer and journalist who advocated for women's education and social reform.
4. Saidah Gamal Al-Din (1934-2013): An Egyptian actress and dancer who became a prominent figure in the golden age of Egyptian cinema.
5. Saidah Noor (born 1970): A Somali writer and activist who has been vocal about women's rights and social issues in her country.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who carried the name Saidah throughout history, reflecting its longstanding presence and cultural significance in the Arab world.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Saidah over time
The chart below shows babies named Saidah registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2013. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Saidah, the clearest high point is 2003. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2013, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Saidah by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Saidah 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 | #5742 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3796 | 7 | 2 |
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FAQ
Saidah: questions and answers
How popular is the name Saidah in the UK right now?
In 2013, Saidah was ranked #5742 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Saidah most popular?
The peak year on record was 2003, with 4 babies registered as Saidah in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Saidah?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "fortunate" or "prosperous".
How many people are called Saidah in the UK?
A total of 10 babies have been registered as Saidah across the 3 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.