Mahmoud Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-MOOD / mɑːˈmuːdArabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: praiseworthy; Persian: one who is praised
Historical & Cultural Background
Mahmoud is a common male name in Arabic-speaking countries and among Muslim communities. It is derived from the root word 'ḥ-m-d', which means 'to thank' or 'to praise'. The name has historical significance due to its association with the Islamic prophet Muhammad, who is often referred to as 'the praised one'. Variants of the name can be found in various cultures, reflecting its widespread use.
Trend Summary
The name Mahmoud has seen consistent use in various cultures, particularly in Arabic-speaking regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mahmoud
- Mahmud
International Variants
- Mahmoud (Arabic)
- Mahmud (Turkish)
- Mamdouh (Arabic)
Famous people named Mahmoud
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad was the sixth President of Iran, serving from 2005 to 2013.
Mahmoud Darwish was a renowned Palestinian poet and author, known for his works on identity and exile.
Mahmoud Abbas is the President of the State of Palestine and a prominent political figure in Palestinian politics.
Mahmoud El-Sayed is a notable Egyptian actor recognized for his contributions to cinema.
Fictional characters named Mahmoud
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mahmoud was first seen in the United States in 1968. Mahmoud has ranked as high as #1288 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in New York, California, Michigan, Illinois, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Mahmoud has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mahmoud (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 10 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 17 |
| 1979 | 22 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 22 |
| 1983 | 33 |
| 1984 | 23 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 22 |
| 1987 | 28 |
| 1988 | 31 |
| 1989 | 44 |
| 1990 | 50 |
| 1991 | 47 |
| 1992 | 48 |
| 1993 | 55 |
| 1994 | 58 |
| 1995 | 82 |
| 1996 | 75 |
| 1997 | 79 |
| 1998 | 79 |
| 1999 | 88 |
| 2000 | 78 |
| 2001 | 78 |
| 2002 | 85 |
| 2003 | 65 |
| 2004 | 56 |
| 2005 | 62 |
| 2006 | 68 |
| 2007 | 59 |
| 2008 | 74 |
| 2009 | 66 |
| 2010 | 55 |
| 2011 | 49 |
| 2012 | 73 |
| 2013 | 68 |
| 2014 | 75 |
| 2015 | 72 |
| 2016 | 60 |
| 2017 | 60 |
| 2018 | 91 |
| 2019 | 66 |
| 2020 | 54 |
| 2021 | 47 |
| 2022 | 60 |
| 2023 | 62 |
| 2024 | 62 |