UK girl's name
Suad
Suad is an Arabic feminine name meaning "happiness" or "bliss".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Suad is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Suad popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4192, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2006, with 14 births.
This profile covers 135 England and Wales registrations across 23 recorded years from 1996 to 2024. 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 36% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 134 living people in the UK are called Suad. 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 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Suad ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2006, when 14 girls were registered as Suad.
- • About 134 living people in the UK are estimated to have Suad as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4192
2024
Births in 2024
5
Latest year
Peak year
2006
14 births
Estimated living
134
2026
Meaning
What does Suad mean?
The name Suad has its origins in the Arabic language and culture, with roots dating back to the 7th century AD. It is derived from the Arabic word "sa'ada," which means happiness or felicity. The name is often interpreted to signify joy, good fortune, and prosperity.
In the early days of Islam, the name Suad was not widely used, but it gradually gained popularity among Arab communities throughout the Middle East and North Africa. One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the writings of the renowned Arab poet Al-Mutanabbi (915-965 AD), who mentioned a woman named Suad in his verses.
During the medieval period, the name Suad gained further recognition, particularly in the literary works of Arabic and Persian scholars. One notable figure was Suad al-Malaika (1923-2021), an Iraqi poet and pioneer of modern Arabic poetry, who was widely celebrated for her innovative style and her contributions to the literary landscape of the Arab world.
Another historical figure bearing the name Suad was Suad al-Sabah (1900-2008), a member of the Kuwaiti royal family and a prominent philanthropist. She played a significant role in promoting education and healthcare initiatives in Kuwait and was widely respected for her humanitarian efforts.
In the realm of politics, Suad Mubarak (1941-2020) was the second wife of former Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak and served as the First Lady of Egypt from 1981 to 2011. She was known for her advocacy work in promoting women's rights and empowerment initiatives.
Moving to the arts, Suad Hosni (1944-2001) was an acclaimed Egyptian singer and actress who captivated audiences with her powerful vocals and mesmerizing performances. She was a beloved cultural icon in the Arab world and left a lasting impact on the music industry.
Another notable figure with the name Suad was Suad al-Attar (1942-2023), a Syrian writer and feminist activist. She was a vocal advocate for women's rights and played a significant role in highlighting the challenges faced by women in the Arab world through her literary works and activism.
These are just a few examples of influential individuals who have carried the name Suad throughout history. The name has endured across generations, transcending cultural and geographical boundaries, and continues to be a popular choice for parents in the Arab world and beyond.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Suad over time
The chart below shows babies named Suad registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Suad, the clearest high point is 2006. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2024, compared with 14 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Suad by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Suad 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 | #4587 | 19 | 4 |
| 2010s | #4708 | 26 | 6 |
| 2000s | #2632 | 70 | 9 |
| 1990s | #2752 | 20 | 4 |
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- Scarlett 34,261
- Sienna 32,418
- Sofia 29,136
- Sarah 27,961
- Shannon 25,510
- Summer 24,167
- Sara 14,205
- Skye 13,654
- Samantha 12,697
- Stephanie 9,309
FAQ
Suad: questions and answers
How popular is the name Suad in the UK right now?
In 2024, Suad was ranked #4192 for girls in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Suad most popular?
The peak year on record was 2006, with 14 babies registered as Suad in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Suad?
Suad is an Arabic feminine name meaning "happiness" or "bliss".
How many people are called Suad in the UK?
A total of 135 babies have been registered as Suad across the 23 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.