Haider is a moderately popular boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #406 in 1996 with 51 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 149 births ranking #306. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 6,245 boys born was named Haider. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Haider is a name linked with the lion and carries a strong, noble image. It is especially familiar in Muslim naming and has a forceful but elegant sound.
The name is well known in Islamic tradition and is often associated with bravery and honour. It remains widely used across Arabic, Persian, Urdu, and South Asian Muslim communities.