Mohamed
mo-hamed,
moha-med
US Popularity:1093
Origin:Arabic
Meaning:Praiseworthy, commendable
Mohamed is a masculine name that leaves baby in no doubt of their place in your hearts. Arabic in origin, Mohamed means "praiseworthy" or "commendable" from the verb ḥammada. In its most widely recognised form, the name holds high regard in its ties to the founder of Islam—the prophet Muhammad. In the many centuries since, Mohamed has been bestowed upon presidents, politicians, and athletes alike, proving itself to be quite the motivator for great ambitions.
Mohamed Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Mohamed is currently #1789 on The Bump
Boy:Mohamed is currently #998 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Mohamed is currently #1093 in U.S. births
Boy:Mohamed is currently #542 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#542
in 2023
+ 23
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Mohamed, April 2022
WordSense, Meaning of Mohamed
Online Etymology Dictionary, Mohammed, September 2018
Quranic Names, Muhammad, A Quranic Name for Boys
Ancestry, Muhammad Family History
Britannica, Muhammad, prophet of Islam, December 2023
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