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Mohamed
BoyArabic· “praised, praiseworthy”
- Meaning
- praised, praiseworthy
- Origin
- Arabic
- Pronunciation
- moh-HAH-mehd
- Syllables
- 3
- US rank 2025
- #527
- US babies 2025
- 568
- Best rank
- #428 (2014)
- Peak year
- 2014
Meaning and origin of Mohamed
Mohamed is an Arabic name that means “praised, praiseworthy”.
Mohamed is a common transliteration of Muhammad, from the Arabic root h-m-d, "praise", and it means "praised" or "praiseworthy". It is the name of the Prophet of Islam, and for centuries it has been one of the most widespread male names across the Muslim world, often chosen to honor him. The spelling Mohamed is especially common in North Africa, including Egypt and Morocco, and in French-speaking countries, while Muhammad, Mohammed and the Turkish Mehmet are other forms. Footballer Mohamed Salah is a well-known modern bearer. Related names from the same root include Ahmad, Mahmoud and Hamid. The name carries deep respect and warmth.
Other spellings with the same sound: Mohammad.
Popularity over time
Mohamed first appears in US Social Security records in 1943. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 45 different years, starting in 1981. Its best national rank was #428 in 2014, the same year it reached its highest count of 712 babies. In 2025, 568 babies were named Mohamed, and it ranked #527 nationally. Its use has been fairly steady over the past decade.
Its national rank moved from #1,061 in 1980, #472 in 2000, #442 in 2010, and #527 in 2025. Of the 19,350 US boys named Mohamed since records began, 33% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2000s come next, with 5,327 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Cason, Ryland, Deacon, Gannon, and Arjun.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Mohamed ranked highest in Minnesota, New York, and Michigan.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | #92 | 69 |
| New York | #193 | 104 |
| Michigan | #245 | 42 |
| Ohio | #294 | 42 |
| Pennsylvania | #361 | 31 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for boys.
Mohamed is usually pronounced moh-HAH-mehd, with three syllables. It has seven letters, starts with M and ends in “-ed”. Names that sound the same but are spelled differently include Mohammad.
Middle names for Mohamed
A few middle names that flow with Mohamed: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Mohamed
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mohamed mean?
Mohamed is an Arabic name that means “praised, praiseworthy”.
What is the origin of the name Mohamed?
Mohamed has Arabic roots. Mohamed is a common transliteration of Muhammad, from the Arabic root h-m-d, "praise", and it means "praised" or "praiseworthy".
Is Mohamed a popular name?
Yes. Mohamed ranked #527 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Mohamed a boy or girl name?
Mohamed is mainly a boy's name. In the US it is used almost only for boys.
How do you pronounce Mohamed?
Mohamed is usually pronounced moh-HAH-mehd. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings