زياد

Ziad

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Ziad is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Increase, growth, abundance”.

MeaningIncrease, growth, abundance
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asزياد
Pronunciationzee-YAHD
TraditionMuslim
Used inEgypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Tunisia

Meaning and origin of Ziad

Ziad is a frequent spelling of the Arabic Ziyād, built on the root z-y-d, which means to increase or grow. The name has been in use since the early days of Islam. Tāriq ibn Ziyād, the commander who took Muslim forces across into Spain in 711, bore it as his father's name. Ziad is the typical spelling in Egypt, the Levant and French-speaking North Africa.

Is Ziad a Muslim name?

Ziad is a Muslim name meaning growth and abundance, used in the Arab world since early Islamic times. Its root appears in the word ziyāda: 'For those who do good is the best reward and more (ziyāda)' (Quran 10:26).

How popular is Ziad?

It is a favourite across the Arab world, notably in Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan, Palestine and Tunisia.

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Spellings and variants of Ziad

ZiyadZiyaadZeyadZiyed

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Ziad mean?

Ziad means 'Increase, growth, abundance'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Ziad a Muslim name?

Ziad is a Muslim name meaning growth and abundance, used in the Arab world since early Islamic times. Its root appears in the word ziyāda: 'For those who do good is the best reward and more (ziyāda)' (Quran 10:26).

How do you pronounce Ziad?

Ziad is pronounced zee-YAHD.

Is Ziad a boy or girl name?

Ziad is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.