Zaidan
Meaning of Zaidan
Zaidan is a masculine given name of Arabic origin, derived from the root Z–Y–D, which conveys notions of growth, abundance and generous increase; in its diminutive form it suggests “little Zayd” or “one who brings prosperity,” evoking the image of a lush oasis sprouting amid arid terrain. Adopted beyond the Arab world, it is also familiar in Malay‐Indonesian contexts, both pronounced as ZY-dahn (/zaɪdæn/) or, with a slightly shifted stress, zy-DAN (/zaɪˈdæn/). In the United States, Zaidan has quietly navigated the Social Security Administration’s top-1,000 roster for over two decades, oscillating between rank 820 in 2003 and 905 in 2021, most recently claiming 22 newborns in 2024 at position 902—hardly a meteoric surge, but a testament to its steady, measured appeal. This measured popularity mirrors the name’s intrinsic balance: neither stridently avant-garde nor comfortably clichéd, Zaidan offers parents a bridge between cultural heritage and contemporary sensibilities. With its warm yet sophisticated cadence—and perhaps just a touch of dry irony in how “increase” remains modestly understated—it stands as a choice both thoughtful and quietly confident.
Pronunciation
Indonesian/Malay
- Pronunced as ZY-dahn (/zaɪdæn/)
Arabic
- Pronunced as zy-DAN (/zaɪˈdæn/)
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