Mohammed: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced moh-HAM-id · 3 syllables
Mohammed means “praised, commendable, laudable; to praise, commend, laud, extol”, from Arabic.
Borrowed from Arabic (muhammad).
- Meaning
- praised, commendable, laudable; to praise, commend, laud, extol
- Origin
- Arabic
- Pronunciation
- moh-HAM-id
- US rank (2025)
- #595
- US babies a year
- about 434 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Mohammed?
Mohammed was the #595 name in the US in 2025, given to 486 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #595 |
| England & Wales | #32 |
| Scotland | #126 |
| Ireland | #452 |
| France | #181 |
| Norway | #126 |
| Canada | #161 |
| Australia | #352 |
How old are people named Mohammed?
Half of US adults named Mohammed are older than 28; most are between 19 and 48. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
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Questions about Mohammed
What does the name Mohammed mean?
Mohammed means “praised, commendable, laudable; to praise, commend, laud, extol”. It comes from Arabic.
How do you pronounce Mohammed?
Mohammed is pronounced moh-HAM-id.
How popular is the name Mohammed?
Mohammed was the #595 name in the US in 2025, given to 486 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Mohammed?
Half of US adults named Mohammed are older than 28. Most are between 19 and 48.