Sadi, derived from the Arabic word 'sadiq', means 'truthful' or 'honest'. This name has a rich historical context, being most famously associated with the 13th-century Persian poet, mathematician, and philosopher Shihab al-Din Muhammad ibn Abdallah al-Sadiq, known simply as Sadi. He is renowned for his works such as "Bustan" (Orchard) and "Gulistan" (Rose Garden), which are considered masterpieces of Persian literature. The name Sadi has since been widely used across the Middle East and beyond, carrying with it a legacy of wisdom, intellect, and honesty.
The name Sadi had a brief spike in popularity between 2018 and 2019 with six births recorded in that year alone. However, it appears to have returned to its previous level since then, with five births each in the years 1995, 2018, 2020, and 2023. Overall, there were 26 babies named Sadi born over this period.