To struggle, strive, or exert effort
Derived from the Arabic root j-h-d, the name signifies a person who strives or struggles for a noble cause or toward a better self. While often associated with spiritual or moral perseverance in a religious context, it broadly represents the concept of hard work and dedication. It is a name that conveys strength of character and purpose.
Less common today
Jehad isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,176 in 1993.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Syrian professional footballer
Libyan former professional footballer