Muhamed Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: moo-HAH-med /muːˈhɑːmɛd/
Origin: Arabic; Turkish
Meaning: Arabic: Praiseworthy; Turkish: Variant of Muhammad
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Muhamed is derived from the Arabic root ḥ-m-d, which means "to thank" or "to praise." The name itself is a variant of Muhammad, which translates to "the praised one." The earliest forms of the name can be traced back to the 6th century CE, specifically to the Prophet Muhammad, who is considered the founder of Islam. The name entered the English language through various translations and adaptations of Islamic texts and historical accounts, particularly during the medieval period when interactions between the Islamic world and Europe increased.
Muhammad is a significant figure in Islamic history, with his life and teachings documented in the Quran, which was compiled in the 7th century CE. The name gained prominence in the Islamic world and was adopted by many cultures influenced by Islam, including Persian, Turkish, and African societies.
The spread of the name was further facilitated by the establishment of Islamic empires and trade routes, which allowed for cultural exchanges and the dissemination of religious texts. Culturally, the name Muhamed carries deep religious significance for Muslims, symbolizing virtues such as humility, gratitude, and moral integrity.
It is often associated with the ideals of leadership and righteousness, reflecting the qualities attributed to the Prophet Muhammad. The name has various diminutive forms and variations across different cultures, such as Mehmet in Turkish and Mahmud in Persian, each retaining the core meaning of praise and commendation.
The enduring nature of the name is a testament to its historical roots and the profound impact of the figure it commemorates.
Famous people named Muhamed
In this section, you will find notable people named Muhamed. 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 Muhamed who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Muhamed who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Muhamed Ali is a former professional boxer best known for his fights against Sonny Liston, Joe Frazier, and George Foreman.
Muhamed Kahrimanovic is a professional footballer best known for playing as a midfielder in various European leagues.
Muhamed Besic is a professional footballer best known for his time at Everton and the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team.
Muhamed Sulić is a professional basketball player best known for his performances in the European leagues.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Muhamed was first seen in the United States in 1977.
Muhamed has ranked as high as #1395 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in New York, and Minnesota.
In the past 5 years the name Muhamed has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Muhamed 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 Muhamed was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Muhamed (2022)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
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 Muhamed.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 11 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2022 | 19 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2016 | 28 |
| 2015 | 19 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2013 | 27 |
| 2012 | 18 |
| 2011 | 21 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2008 | 15 |
| 2007 | 22 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2000 | 24 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1995 | 8 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |