Zed
Boy nameZed has been given to 454 babies in the U.S. since 1882. It peaked in 2018. In 2025, about 1 in 213,510 boys was named Zed.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
454
Peak year
2018 (18 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1882
10-year trend
0%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Zed — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Zed.
Sibling name ideas for Zed
Same era and popularity as Zed, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Zed?
Zed has been given to 454 babies in the U.S. since 1882. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Zed peak?
Zed peaked in 2018, when 18 babies were given the name.
Is Zed a girl or boy name?
Zed is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Zed are boys).
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