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Imaad

Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Imaad: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 2002.

Imaad is an Arabic name, rooted in the word ‘amada’ meaning “support” or “pillar,” carrying the sense of a steadfast, reliable foundation. It is a direct Quranic name, where it appears in a verse speaking of God’s strength, giving it a serene spiritual weight. The most famous bearer is Imad Mughniyeh, a controversial Lebanese militant figure, though the name has also been borne by several modern scholars and athletes, including Imaad Wasif, an American singer-songwriter noted for his work with the band Lowercase. As a place connection, the name’s root appears in the Syrian city of Aleppo’s historical Arabic name, Halab al-Shahba, which shares no direct link but echoes the same sense of solidity. A notable variant is Emad, more common in Egypt, while Imaad remains the preferred spelling in South Asian Muslim communities, reflecting local phonetic preferences.