Samad is of Arabic origin, meaning 'happy' or 'blissful'. It's often used as a given name and can also be found as a surname. This name has been popular in various cultures, particularly among Muslims due to its positive connotation. Samad is composed of the two elements 'sa-' meaning 'happiness' and '-mad' meaning 'increasing', hence it signifies an increase or abundance of happiness. It's typically pronounced as /səˈmɑːd/. The name has been used by notable individuals, such as Samad Khosravi, a renowned Iranian filmmaker, contributing to its familiarity in some circles.
"Samad experienced significant popularity from the late 1970s to mid-1990s, with peaks of 21+ births per year between 1982 and 1995. After peaking at 29 in 2006, its popularity has since declined, averaging around 15-23 births annually until recent years, with a notable spike to 29 in 2023."