Shadi
Shadi is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Singer or melodious reciter.
Origin and history
Shadi is a given name of Arabic origin meaning 'singer' or 'enchanter'. While more commonly masculine in Arabic-speaking regions, it is used as a unisex name internationally. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice with steady, modest usage over time.
Popularity in the United States
719 babies in the United States have been named Shadi since 1880. It ranks #3957 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1889.
States where it is most popular
- CA (79.8 %)
- NY (15.2 %)
- NJ (5.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 50 |
| 1980-1990 | 192 |
| 1990-2000 | 214 |
| 2000-2010 | 153 |
| 2010-2019 | 72 |
| 2020-2029 | 38 |
Famous people named Shadi
- Shadi Hamid: Author, Political Scientist
- Shadi Amin: Activist, Writer
Fun facts
- Derived from the Arabic verb meaning to sing or chant melodiously, the name historically described a minstrel or storyteller.
- Although unrelated in origin, Shadi closely resembles the Persian word for happiness (Shadi), leading to occasional overlap in usage.