Shahid

The surname Shahid is of Arabic origin and is commonly found in the United Kingdom among people of South Asian descent, particularly those with Pakistani or Bangladeshi heritage. The name Shahid means "witness" or "martyr" in Arabic, and it signifies someone who testifies to the truth or who bears witness to their faith.

Individuals bearing the surname Shahid can be found across various professions and walks of life, reflecting the diverse and multicultural society of contemporary Britain. The surname may be passed down through generations, each time connecting the individual to their familial heritage and cultural roots.

In the UK, individuals named Shahid may have ancestral ties to the historical and cultural contexts of South Asia and the Middle East, contributing to the rich tapestry of British society. Like many surnames, Shahid reflects the migration and settlement patterns of communities over time and is a testament to the interconnectedness of global cultures.

There are approximately 3,129 people named Shahid in the UK. That makes it roughly the 2,883rd most common surname in Britain. Around 48 in a million people in Britain are named Shahid.

Region of origin: Asia

Country of origin: Bangladesh

Religion of origin: Muslim

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Abdul
  • Abdus
  • Ali
  • Imran
  • Mahmood
  • Mohammad
  • Mohammed
  • Muhammad
  • Muhammed
  • Nadeem

Female

  • Asma
  • Ayesha
  • Farzana
  • Fatima
  • Humaira
  • Nadia
  • Nasreen
  • Rumena
  • Saima
  • Sajida
  • Samina
  • Shabana
  • Shazia
  • Syeda
  • Uzma

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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