Lion
Derived from the Arabic word for lion, this name symbolizes strength and bravery. It has historically been used as a title for courageous warriors and is a respected name throughout the Middle East. In some contexts, it is also associated with the qualities of leadership and nobility.
About 11 boys were named Assad in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Grandfather of Ali ibn Abi Talib and a prominent figure in early Islamic history
Papua New Guinean international cricketer
Indian politician and President of the AIMIM
