Hadi is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #1512 in 2006 with 100 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 142 births ranking #1342. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 334.8%. In 2006, approximately 1 in every 20,551 boys born was named Hadi. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Hadi is an Arabic name meaning "guide" or "one who guides". It is simple, elegant, and carries a quietly admirable meaning.
The name has long been used in Muslim communities and is familiar in several languages influenced by Arabic naming. Its appeal comes from its brevity and its clear positive sense.