Abid
Meaningdevout worshipper · Arabic
Abid is an Arabic boy name meaning “devout worshipper”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length.
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- GenerationAbid peaked in 1997, which makes it a Gen Z name. The typical Abid you'd meet today is about 28 years old.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Abid would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 212,766 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryAbid first shows up in US birth records in 1978, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 47 years since.
US births per million boys, 1978–2025
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About the name Abid
Abid is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “devout worshipper”. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1990s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
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Questions about the name Abid
What does the name Abid mean?
Abid means “devout worshipper” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Abed (“worshipper”).
What is the origin of the name Abid?
Abid is Arabic in origin. Other Arabic names to consider are Caleb (“dog, faithful”), Silas (“of the forest”), Aaron (“possibly exalted”) and Amir (“prince, commander”).
Is Abid a boy or girl name?
Abid is a boy name. In 2025, 8 US boys were named Abid.
How popular is the name Abid?
Abid ranked #8,910 for US boys in 2025, given to 8 babies. Its best year was 1997, when it reached #4,246. Over the last five years it has slipped 843 places.
What names are similar to Abid?
If you like Abid, you might also like Abed.
What should I know before naming my baby Abid?
Abid is an Arabic boy name meaning “devout worshipper”. Arabic names are often chosen for a virtue or a blessing parents hope their child will carry. A meaning like this gives a child something to grow into, and a good story to tell when someone asks about their name. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.