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Mohammad

mo-HAM-mad

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginArabic

The Story of Mohammad

Over 1,400 years ago, a voice echoed through the desert, and the echo of that name still guides millions to this day.

Mohammad, meaning 'praised' or 'commendable' in Arabic, is the name of the final prophet of Islam. Revered by Muslims worldwide, it carries profound spiritual significance. The name's veneration spread with the religion across the Arabian Peninsula, North Africa, and into Asia, becoming one of the most common names globally, carried through generations by devout families.

When you consider names for your son, Mohammad resonates with a deep sense of purpose. It’s a name that feels like a whisper of wisdom, a promise of leadership. You imagine your child speaking it, a sound both gentle and commanding, carrying the weight of history and the hope for a future built on compassion. Writing it on his birth certificate will feel like acknowledging a destiny.

What It Means

An Arabic name meaning 'praised' or 'commendable'. It is the name of the prophet of Islam and is highly revered by Muslims.

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Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Prophet Mohammad

    The central figure of Islam

  • Mohammad Reza Pahlavi

    The last Shah of Iran

Personality Traits

WiseCompassionateSpiritualLeader

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Peak Year

#537 in 2022

Total Births

16,658

First Recorded

1964

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