Mohamad Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: mo-HAH-mad /mɔːˈhɑːməd/
Origin: Arabic; Persian
Meaning: Arabic: Praiseworthy; Persian: Variant of Muhammad
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mohamad is derived from the Arabic root ḥ-m-d, which means 'to thank' or 'to praise.' The name is a variant of Muhammad, which is the most common form in the Arabic-speaking world. The earliest recorded use of Muhammad can be traced back to the 6th century CE, specifically associated with the Prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam, who was born in Mecca around 570 CE.
The name itself signifies 'the praised one' and has been a significant name in Islamic culture, reflecting the high regard in which the Prophet is held by Muslims worldwide. Historically, the name gained prominence following the life of the Prophet Muhammad, who is considered the final prophet in Islam.
His teachings and the subsequent compilation of the Quran in the 7th century CE solidified the name's importance within the Islamic tradition. The spread of Islam throughout the Middle East, North Africa, and later into parts of Europe and Asia during the early centuries of the Islamic era contributed to the name's adoption across various cultures and languages, often taking on different forms and spellings.
Culturally, Mohamad and its variants have been embraced in various Islamic societies as a way to honor the Prophet. The name carries connotations of virtue, leadership, and moral integrity, making it a favored choice among Muslim families.
In addition to its religious significance, the name has been associated with numerous historical figures, scholars, and leaders throughout Islamic history, further embedding it within the cultural fabric of the Muslim world. Variants such as Ahmad also reflect similar meanings and associations, emphasizing the name's deep roots in Islamic tradition.
Famous people named Mohamad
In this section, you will find notable people named Mohamad. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Mohamad who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Mohamad Ali Hamadei is a businessman best known for founding the Hamadei Group and his contributions to the construction industry in the Middle East.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mohamad was first seen in the United States in 1974.
Mohamad has ranked as high as #1172 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in Michigan, California, New York, Texas, and Illinois.
In the past 5 years the name Mohamad has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Mohamad is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Mohamad was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Mohamad (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MI | 17 | |
| TX | 11 | |
| CA | 8 | |
| OH | 7 | |
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Mohamad.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 79 |
| 2023 | 84 |
| 2022 | 60 |
| 2021 | 68 |
| 2020 | 68 |
| 2019 | 73 |
| 2018 | 65 |
| 2017 | 77 |
| 2016 | 64 |
| 2015 | 79 |
| 2014 | 85 |
| 2013 | 78 |
| 2012 | 101 |
| 2011 | 92 |
| 2010 | 86 |
| 2009 | 76 |
| 2008 | 91 |
| 2007 | 89 |
| 2006 | 80 |
| 2005 | 92 |
| 2004 | 94 |
| 2003 | 87 |
| 2002 | 88 |
| 2001 | 125 |
| 2000 | 99 |
| 1999 | 126 |
| 1998 | 92 |
| 1997 | 125 |
| 1996 | 112 |
| 1995 | 94 |
| 1994 | 91 |
| 1993 | 85 |
| 1992 | 77 |
| 1991 | 93 |
| 1990 | 83 |
| 1989 | 68 |
| 1988 | 49 |
| 1987 | 52 |
| 1986 | 56 |
| 1985 | 46 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1982 | 32 |
| 1981 | 40 |
| 1980 | 26 |
| 1979 | 30 |
| 1978 | 19 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1975 | 9 |
| 1974 | 9 |