Muhammad
moo-HAM-mad
Popularity
#245
Letters
8
Syllables
3
Origin
Arabic
Total Births
20,478
Peak Year
#1,441 in 2024
First Recorded
1929
Style
Spiritual & Biblical, Strong & Bold
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
Muhammad is an Arabic name meaning 'praiseworthy, commendable'. It is the name of the prophet of Islam.
Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Muhammad Ali
American professional boxer, activist, and philanthropist
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