Struggle, effort, or striving
Derived from the Arabic root j-h-d, it refers to a spiritual or physical struggle in the path of God. In a personal context, it often signifies the internal struggle to be a better person and maintain faith.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Jihaad in 2025.
NFL defensive end
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
