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Asad

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Pronounced A-sad /ΛˆΚ”a.sad/Medium

Meaning: LionMedium

In 30 seconds: Asad is an Arabic boy's name meaning 'lion'. It is a strong, direct name drawn straight from the animal.
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Origin MediumArabic, Urdu
MeaningLion
U.S. rank (2025)#1919 β†— Rising
2025 U.S. births81 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2022
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 1,991

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202219702025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Asad comes from Arabic and means 'lion', one of the classic strength names in Arabic naming. The image is simple and bold, tying the child to courage and power. It is well established across Arabic-speaking and wider Muslim communities.

The two clean syllables and firm ending give Asad a confident sound that matches its meaning. It is carried by Pakistani actor and director Asad Malik, known for his PTV and NTM work.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Asad is 'lion', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 78%
Behind the Name - Asad β€” etymology, usage, pronunciation, and related formsU.S. Social Security Administration β€” 2024 popularity rank and count supplied in the batch input CSV

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Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

  • β˜…Asad Malik (1944–present)
    Pakistani actor and director who gained fame through PTV and NTM productions.

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Asad mean?

Asad is usually explained as meaning 'lion' and is most often linked with Arabic tradition.

How do you pronounce Asad?

It's commonly said A-sad /ΛˆΚ”a.sad/.

Is Asad a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Asad is used as a boy name.

How popular is Asad?

In 2024, Asad ranked #2008 in the U.S. for boys, with 76 births recorded.

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