Haider
Boy name · 23 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Haider: 23 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2019.
A name of Arabic origin, Haider means "lion" and carries connotations of bravery and strength. It is most famously borne by Haider Ali, the 18th-century ruler of Mysore in India, and by the former Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi. The name also holds deep religious significance for Shia Muslims as an epithet of Imam Ali, the Prophet Muhammad's cousin and son-in-law. While no major places share the name directly, its variant Haydar is common across the Middle East and South Asia. In Scotland, Haider has steadily grown in use since the late 20th century, reflecting the country's diverse cultural tapestry.
Boy 6 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20195 babies
- Latest (2023)
- #7283 babies
- Total births
- 23since 2008
- 5-year trend
- ▲ 33%vs prior 5y