Mohmmad Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: moe-HAM-mad /mɔːˈhæməd/
Origin: Arabic
Meaning: Praiseworthy
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Mohammad is derived from the Arabic root ḥ-m-d, which means "to thank" or "to praise." The name itself translates to "the praised one" and is a significant name in Islamic culture, primarily due to its association with the Prophet Muhammad, who lived in the 6th and 7th centuries CE. The name is often transliterated in various forms, including Muhammad, Mohammed, and Ahmad, reflecting the linguistic variations across different cultures and languages.
The earliest forms of the name can be traced back to the Arabic language, and it entered into English through translations of Islamic texts and historical accounts of the Prophet's life and teachings. Historically, the name Mohammad gained prominence with the rise of Islam in the 7th century, particularly following the Prophet Muhammad's death in 632 CE.
His life and teachings were recorded in various texts, including the Hadith and the Quran, which further solidified the name's significance. The name has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout Islamic history, including caliphs, scholars, and saints, contributing to its enduring legacy.
The name's usage expanded beyond the Arabic-speaking world, becoming common in various cultures influenced by Islam, particularly during the spread of the religion across Africa, Asia, and Europe. Culturally, the name Mohammad carries deep spiritual resonance among Muslims, symbolizing reverence and respect for the Prophet.
It is often given to boys in hopes of embodying the qualities associated with the Prophet, such as compassion, leadership, and moral integrity. The name's variations, such as Ahmad, are also significant in Islamic tradition, as they are believed to reflect different aspects of the Prophet's character.
The enduring popularity of the name across centuries highlights its importance in Islamic identity and heritage.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mohmmad was first seen in the United States in 1989.
Mohmmad has ranked as high as #1231 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Mohmmad has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Mohmmad 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 Mohmmad was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Mohmmad
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.
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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 Mohmmad.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2003 | 9 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |