All about the name

Mahammad

Male

« Mohammad is an Arab origin name meaning 'praised one', associated with Prophet Muhammad. »

#41489 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

Mohammed is a name of Arab origin and it means "praised one". It is also often translated as "worthy of praise" or "praiseworthy". The name Mohammed is strongly associated with the Islamic faith, as it is the personal name of the Prophet Muhammad, who was born in Mecca in what is now Saudi Arabia around 570 CE. He was orphaned at an early age and grew up under the care of his uncle, Abu Talib. As he matured, Mohammed became a merchant and traveled widely on business. It was during one of these journeys that he received his first revelation from Allah, the god of Islam. These revelations continued throughout his life and were compiled into the Quran, which is considered by Muslims to be the word of Allah. Today, Mohammed is not only one of the most common names in the Islamic world but also a popular name among non-Muslims who admire its historical significance and meaning. Variations of the name include Muhammad, Mohammad, andMohammed.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Mahammad since 1880

Total births
5
Total since 1880
Peak year
1982
5 births
in 1982
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years