Will my child share the name Fuad with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Fuad per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Fuad in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Fuad becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Fuad is declining: down 1,725 places since 2018, to #5,137 in 2025. It peaked at #1,038 in 2004.

Is Fuad a good choice for a distinctive name?

Fuad is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Fuad a popular baby name in the United States?

Fuad does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Fuad is a distinctive choice, ranked #5137 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Fuad in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Fuad

Fuad has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 629 places in five years. It was most popular in 2004 at #1038 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a regular feature in UK records since 1996.

Fuad is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Fuad in their class.