The nameIyad
Iyad is a boy's name of Arabic origin, well liked in France since the 2000s.
- Boy's name
- Arabic
Meaning
The meaning of Iyad is debated. It is often translated as "support".
Origin
Arabic. It is also the name of an ancient tribe of Arabia.
History
The name spread in France in the 2000s and 2010s.
Popularity of the name Iyad
Iyad in France
Iyad was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 2,410 births over the decade, 52% of all recorded babies named Iyad. Its rise began around 2007, and it peaked in 2017. Half of all babies named Iyad in France were born before 2018, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 285 births a year.
Variants and related names
Iyad in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Iyad mean?
The meaning of Iyad is debated. It is often translated as "support".
What is the origin of the name Iyad?
Arabic. It is also the name of an ancient tribe of Arabia.
Is Iyad a girl's or a boy's name?
Iyad is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Iyad?
Variants and related names of Iyad include Eyad.