Imad comes from Arabic imad, 'a pillar, a support, a mainstay; a strong foundation'. It often appears in Imad ad-Din, 'the pillar of the faith'. A strong, classic name across the Arab world (said 'ih-MAHD'; nickname Imo).

In the U.S. it appears in Arab families. Rare, a-pillar-and-support at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Imad means 'a pillar, a support, a mainstay; a strong foundation' in Arabic — often part of Imad ad-Din, 'the pillar of the faith' — a strong, classic name (said 'ih-MAHD').

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Variations

EmadImaad

Nicknames

Imo

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Imad mean?

Imad is Arabic for 'a pillar, a support, a mainstay'.

How do you pronounce Imad?

It's said ih-MAHD /ɪˈmɑd/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Imad a boy or girl name?

Imad is a boy's name.

How popular is Imad?

Imad is a rare name in the U.S.