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Origin(s)
Pronunciationmah-MOOD / mɑːˈmuːdArabic; Persian
Meaning
Arabic: praiseworthy; Persian: worthy of praise
Historical & Cultural Background
Mahmood is a common name in Arabic-speaking and Persian-speaking cultures. It is derived from the root word 'ḥ-m-d', which means 'to thank' or 'to praise'. The name has historical significance, often associated with Islamic figures and scholars. Variants of the name can be found across various cultures, reflecting its widespread use.
Trend Summary
The name Mahmood has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a steady presence in communities with Arabic and Persian heritage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mahmud
- Mehmed
International Variants
- Mahmoud (Arabic)
- Mahmud (Turkish)
- Mehmed (Turkish)
Famous people named Mahmood
Mahmood Ahmadinejad was the sixth President of Iran, serving from 2005 to 2013.
Mahmood Ali was a prominent Pakistani actor known for his work in television and film.
Mahmood Mamdani is a renowned Ugandan academic and author, recognized for his contributions to social sciences.
Mahmood Khan was a notable Indian-American scientist and entrepreneur in the field of engineering.
Fictional characters named Mahmood
Mahmood is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed: Revelations', serving as a historical figure.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mahmood was first seen in the United States in 1978. Mahmood has ranked as high as #1243 nationally, which occurred in 1997, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Mahmood has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mahmood
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 16 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 12 |
| 2004 | 10 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 10 |
| 2007 | 7 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2010 | 10 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 10 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 11 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 8 |