Sejad is a masculine given name primarily used in Bosnia. It is a Bosnian variant of the Arabic name Said (also spelled Sa'id), which derives from the Arabic root saʿida, meaning "to be happy" or "to be lucky." Thus, Sejad carries the connotation of "fortunate" or "prosperous." Like its Arabic source, Sejad is popular among Bosnian Muslims due to its positive meaning and religious connotations. In Islamic tradition, Said was the name of a companion of the Prophet Muhammad, which lends the name a spiritual significance. Variant forms of the name include Sead, commonly used in the region. Corresponding forms in other languages include Saeed (Persian, Urdu) and Saidu (Hausa). Notable Bosnian bearers of the name include Sejad Krdžalić, a Yugoslav athletics competitor, and Sejad Salihović, a Bosnian association football player known for his tenure with German club TSG 1899 Hoffenheim. Meaning: "happy, lucky" (via Arabic Sa'id) Origin: Arabic, via Bosnian adaptation Type: First name Usage: Primarily Bosnian