Mohamed
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Praised, commendable
Origin: Arabic
Popularity: Ranked #527 in 2025 with 568 babies born.
History: Mohamed is a variant spelling of Muhammad, the name of the Prophet of Islam. It derives from the Arabic root 'hamd,' meaning praise. It is one of the most common names in the world, used in North Africa and across the Muslim world. This spelling is particularly common in Arabic-speaking countries.
Name length: 7 letters
How common is Mohamed? About 1 in 5,860 babies born in 2025 were named Mohamed, or roughly 1.6 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Mohamed
What does the name Mohamed mean?
Mohamed means “Praised, commendable” from Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Mohamed?
Mohamed has Arabic origin. The traditional meaning is “Praised, commendable”.
How popular is Mohamed?
Mohamed ranked #527 in 2025 — given to 568 babies that year.
When was Mohamed most popular?
Mohamed peaked in 2014 with 712 babies registered that year.
Is Mohamed a boy or girl name?
Mohamed is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Mohameds in registered births are male.
Is the name Mohamed rising or falling in popularity?
Mohamed has risen 29 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #556 in 2020 to #527 in 2025.
How long has Mohamed been recorded?
Mohamed appears in birth records across 69 years — from 1943 through 2025.