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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Praised, commendable
- Origin
- Arabic
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- moo-HAH-mid
Muhammad is an Arabic name meaning praised, commendable, said moo-HAH-mid. It carries a classic, well-worn feel with an international reach, the kind of name that reads like it belongs to an old story while still feeling steady and familiar today.
Meaning & Origin of Muhammad
Meaning: Praised, commendable.
Origin: Arabic.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Muhammad
moo-HAH-midIPA /muˈhɑːmɪd/
Popularity of Muhammad
In 2024, Muhammad ranked #245 with 1,441 babies given the name, according to SSA records going back to 1929 — and that same #245 is the highest rank it has ever reached, meaning it's more popular right now than at any other point on record.
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FAQ
What does the name Muhammad mean?
Praised, commendable. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Muhammad?
Muhammad is pronounced moo-HAH-mid (IPA: /muˈhɑːmɪd/).
Is Muhammad a popular name right now?
Muhammad is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #245 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1929–2024.)
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