Ahmed Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAH-med / ˈæh.mɛdArabic
Meaning
Highly praised; one who constantly thanks God
Historical & Cultural Background
Ahmed is a common name in the Muslim world, derived from the Arabic root 'ḥ-m-d', which means 'to thank' or 'to praise'. It is often associated with the Prophet Muhammad, who is sometimes referred to as Ahmad in Islamic texts. The name has been used throughout history in various cultures, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa.
Trend Summary
The name Ahmed has consistently been popular in various cultures, particularly in Muslim communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ahmad
- Hamed
International Variants
- Ahmad (Arabic)
- Ahmet (Turkish)
- Amed (Somali)
Famous people named Ahmed
Ahmed Zewail was an Egyptian-American scientist known for his work in chemistry and awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1999.
Ahmed Rashid is a Pakistani journalist and author recognized for his writings on Afghanistan and terrorism.
Ahmed Ben Bella was an Algerian politician and the first President of Algeria after its independence.
Ahmed Mohamed is a Sudanese-American inventor known for his clock project that gained national attention.
Fictional characters named Ahmed
Ahmed ibn Fadlan is a character in the film 'The 13th Warrior', portrayed as a Muslim emissary.
Ahmed is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed: Origins', serving as a supporting character in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ahmed was first seen in the United States in 1929. Ahmed has ranked as high as #841 nationally, which occurred in 2015, and has been most popular in New York, California, Michigan, Texas, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Ahmed has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ahmed (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 56 | |
| MI | 38 | |
| MN | 34 | |
| CA | 27 | |
| TX | 27 | |
| OH | 26 | |
| PA | 17 | |
| IL | 16 | |
| VA | 13 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| WA | 9 | |
| NC | 7 | |
| TN | 7 | |
| NV | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 6 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 10 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 5 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 10 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 18 |
| 1962 | 12 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 25 |
| 1965 | 20 |
| 1966 | 23 |
| 1967 | 33 |
| 1968 | 30 |
| 1969 | 36 |
| 1970 | 41 |
| 1971 | 47 |
| 1972 | 55 |
| 1973 | 59 |
| 1974 | 77 |
| 1975 | 61 |
| 1976 | 74 |
| 1977 | 69 |
| 1978 | 93 |
| 1979 | 101 |
| 1980 | 108 |
| 1981 | 116 |
| 1982 | 141 |
| 1983 | 127 |
| 1984 | 147 |
| 1985 | 126 |
| 1986 | 137 |
| 1987 | 142 |
| 1988 | 200 |
| 1989 | 191 |
| 1990 | 204 |
| 1991 | 195 |
| 1992 | 203 |
| 1993 | 263 |
| 1994 | 264 |
| 1995 | 243 |
| 1996 | 319 |
| 1997 | 292 |
| 1998 | 314 |
| 1999 | 406 |
| 2000 | 475 |
| 2001 | 466 |
| 2002 | 448 |
| 2003 | 429 |
| 2004 | 454 |
| 2005 | 424 |
| 2006 | 443 |
| 2007 | 448 |
| 2008 | 443 |
| 2009 | 446 |
| 2010 | 476 |
| 2011 | 477 |
| 2012 | 540 |
| 2013 | 510 |
| 2014 | 501 |
| 2015 | 590 |
| 2016 | 582 |
| 2017 | 558 |
| 2018 | 523 |
| 2019 | 462 |
| 2020 | 423 |
| 2021 | 397 |
| 2022 | 410 |
| 2023 | 419 |
| 2024 | 392 |