Mohammed

Q: What is the origin of Mohammed?

Mohammed is of Arabic origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Mohammed a boy name?

Mohammed is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 7 months ago

Meaning

"Praised"

A major Islamic theophoric associated name, it means praised and is widely used across Muslim societies with many transliteration variants.

Themes:arabicpraisedislamictradition

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This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Mohammed

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#596Top 1000

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Year

Selected Year Rank

#596

Mohammed was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

+28

better than 2023

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Mohammed Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Mohammed.

10 ideas

Nickname

Hamed

Nickname

mohy

Nickname

hamy

Nickname

moha

Nickname

mie

Nickname

medy

Nickname

“Commander; Prince”

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|Arabic

Baby Name Lists That Include Mohammed

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Mohammed mean?

Mohammed means "Praised". A major Islamic theophoric associated name, it means praised and is widely used across Muslim societies with many transl

What is the origin of Mohammed?

Mohammed is of Arabic origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Mohammed?

According to the latest SSA data, Mohammed is currently ranked #596 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Mohammed a boy name?

Mohammed is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Mohammed?

Popular nicknames for Mohammed include Mo, Hamed, mo, mohy, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Mohammed?

There are many names similar to Mohammed in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginArabic

Syllables2

Length8 letters

US Rank#596

Trend↑ Rising

Starts withM

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Aden Ahmad Ahmed Abdullah Ayaan

Sisters

Amber Alia Amani Aleena Aliya

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