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Majid

Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Majid: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1988.

A name with deep Arabic roots, Majid derives from the word *majd*, meaning "glory" or "splendor," and is one of the ninety-nine beautiful names of Allah in Islam. Famous bearers include Majid bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, a member of Dubai's royal family known for his equestrian pursuits, and Iranian filmmaker Majid Majidi, celebrated for his poetic cinema. While no major places share the name directly, the root appears in many cities and surnames across the Islamic world. A notable variant is Majeed; the name has been given to boys in Scotland since the 1990s, reflecting the country's growing multicultural communities. Its powerful meaning of glory makes it a purposeful choice for parents seeking a name with spiritual resonance.

Boy 1 of 52 years

Peak year
19883 babies
Latest (1988)
#3373 babies
Total births
3since 1988
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1988 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).