Murad
Meaningdesired, wished for · Arabic
Murad is an Arabic boy name meaning “desired, wished for”. 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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- GenerationMurad peaked in 1977, which makes it a Gen X name. The typical Murad you'd meet today is about 48 years old. Now it's back in style, so there's a whole new generation of baby Murads too.
- Roll callIn a typical school of 500 kids, your Murad would very likely be the only one. About 1 in 38,023 baby boys got the name in 2025.
- HistoryMurad first shows up in US birth records in 1971, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 54 years since.
US births per million boys, 1971–2025
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About the name Murad
Murad is a boy name of Arabic origin meaning “desired, wished for”. 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 1970s and is climbing again now. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name.
Origin:Arabic names
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- Boy name: Caleb · dog, faithful
- Boy name: Silas · of the forest
- Boy name: Aaron · possibly exalted
- Boy name: Amir · prince, commander
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- Boy name: Muhammad · praised
- Boy name: Omar · flourishing, long-lived
Questions about the name Murad
What does the name Murad mean?
Murad means “desired, wished for” and comes from Arabic. Other boy names with a similar meaning include Desi (“desired”) and Didier (“desired”).
What is the origin of the name Murad?
Murad 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 Murad a boy or girl name?
Murad is a boy name. In 2025, 45 US boys were named Murad.
How popular is the name Murad?
Murad ranked #2,798 for US boys in 2025, given to 45 babies. Its best year was 1977, when it reached #2,270. Over the last five years it has climbed 276 places.
What names are similar to Murad?
If you like Murad, you might also like Desi and Didier.
What should I know before naming my baby Murad?
Murad is an Arabic boy name meaning “desired, wished for”. 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.