Haider is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #2650 in 2017 with 47 recorded births. This places Haider in the top 19% of ranked US boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 72 births ranking #2063. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 235.7%. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 39,368 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.