Haider is a distinctive boys' name in United States, ranking #2199 in 2022 with 66 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 72 births ranking #2063. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 371.4%. In 2022, approximately 1 in every 26,430 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.