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Mahmud

MAH-mood

Popularity

#7521

stable

Letters

6

Syllables

2

Origin

Arabic

Total Births

239

Peak Year

#19 in 2022

First Recorded

1980

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Mahmud is an Arabic masculine name meaning 'praiseworthy' or 'commendable'. It is a significant name in Islamic tradition.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Mahmud of Ghazni

    Turkic ruler and founder of the Ghaznavid dynasty in Persia and Northern India.

  • Mahmud Darwish

    Renowned Palestinian poet and intellectual, often considered the national poet of Palestine.

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Personality Traits

NobleHonorableWiseRespected

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