Muhammad
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Praised, commendable, praiseworthy
Origin: Arabic
Popularity: Ranked #239 in 2025 with 1,473 babies born.
History: Muhammad is the name of the founder of Islam and its chief prophet, born in Mecca around 570 AD. His name derives from the Arabic 'hamd,' meaning praise. It is arguably the most common given name in the world and is used by Muslims globally as a blessed tribute to the Prophet. Its most famous Western bearer was boxing champion Muhammad Ali.
Famous people named Muhammad: Muhammad Ali (boxer)
Name length: 8 letters
How common is Muhammad? About 1 in 2,260 babies born in 2025 were named Muhammad, or roughly 4 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Muhammad
What does the name Muhammad mean?
Muhammad means “Praised, commendable, praiseworthy” from Arabic roots.
What is the origin of the name Muhammad?
Muhammad has Arabic origin. The traditional meaning is “Praised, commendable, praiseworthy”.
How popular is Muhammad?
Muhammad ranked #239 in 2025 — given to 1,473 babies that year.
When was Muhammad most popular?
Muhammad peaked in 2025 with 1,473 babies registered that year.
Is Muhammad a boy or girl name?
Muhammad is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Muhammads in registered births are male.
Is the name Muhammad rising or falling in popularity?
Muhammad has risen 71 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #310 in 2020 to #239 in 2025.
How long has Muhammad been recorded?
Muhammad appears in birth records across 65 years — from 1929 through 2025.