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UK girl's name

Shaida

A Persian name meaning "witness" or "celebrated".

For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2006. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.

Shaida is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Shaida popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2006 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5061, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 3 births.

This profile covers 6 England and Wales registrations across 2 recorded years from 2005 to 2006. 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 100% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.

We estimate that about 6 living people in the UK are called Shaida. 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 2007 or 2026.

Key insights

  • Shaida ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales in 2006, with 3 registrations.
  • The name peaked in 2005, when 3 girls were registered as Shaida.
  • About 6 living people in the UK are estimated to have Shaida as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.

Latest rank (E&W)

#5061

2006

Births in 2006

3

Latest year

Peak year

2005

3 births

Estimated living

6

2026

Meaning

What does Shaida mean?

The name Shaida originates from the Persian language, and its roots can be traced back to ancient Persia, which is now modern-day Iran. The name is believed to have derived from the Persian word "shayda," which means "passionate" or "ardent."

In ancient Persian literature, the name Shaida is often associated with love, desire, and intense emotions. It was commonly used as a poetic term to describe a lover or a passionate individual. The earliest known references to the name can be found in the works of renowned Persian poets such as Rumi and Hafez, who lived during the 13th and 14th centuries, respectively.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Shaida was Shaida Shirazi, a Persian poet who lived in the 14th century. She was renowned for her elegant and passionate poetry, which often explored themes of love and spirituality.

Another notable figure with the name Shaida was Shaida Khan, a prominent Mughal military leader and administrator from the 17th century. He played a crucial role in the expansion of the Mughal Empire in Bengal and was known for his military prowess and administrative skills.

In the realm of literature, Shaida Amouzegar was a celebrated Iranian author and poet who lived in the 20th century. She was known for her feminist perspectives and her works that explored the complexities of gender roles and societal norms.

In the field of music, Shaida Noori was an Afghan singer and musician who rose to prominence in the late 20th century. Her powerful voice and captivating performances earned her a dedicated following and made her a cultural icon in Afghanistan.

Another notable individual with the name Shaida was Shaida Mohammad Abdali, an Afghan diplomat and politician who served as the President of the United Nations General Assembly from 1966 to 1967. He played a significant role in promoting international cooperation and diplomacy during his tenure.

The name Shaida continues to be popular in various parts of the world, particularly in regions with Persian cultural influences. Its rich historical background and association with passion, desire, and intense emotions have contributed to its enduring appeal across generations.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

Popularity

Shaida over time

The chart below shows babies named Shaida registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2005 to 2006. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.

For Shaida, the clearest high point is 2005. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2006, compared with 3 at the peak.

Babies born per year

Shaida
01223200520052006

Decades

Shaida by decade

Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Shaida 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
2000s #4930 6 2

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FAQ

Shaida: questions and answers

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

In 2006, Shaida was ranked #5061 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.

When was Shaida most popular?

The peak year on record was 2005, with 3 babies registered as Shaida in England and Wales.

What is the meaning and origin of Shaida?

A Persian name meaning "witness" or "celebrated".

How many people are called Shaida in the UK?

A total of 6 babies have been registered as Shaida across the 2 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.