Mahad
Mahad is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Cradle, place of rest, or one who paves the way.
Origin and history
Mahad is a name of Arabic origin that translates to 'cradle', 'place of rest', or 'pioneer'. It has gained steady recognition in the United States within diaspora communities, maintaining a modest but consistent level of usage. Parents often choose it for its pleasant sound and strong cultural connection.
Popularity in the United States
790 babies in the United States have been named Mahad since 1880. It ranks #3886 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1791.
States where it is most popular
- MN (49.4 %)
- NY (25.6 %)
- CA (8.9 %)
- OH (7.2 %)
- TX (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 79 |
| 2000-2010 | 282 |
| 2010-2019 | 293 |
| 2020-2029 | 136 |
Famous people named Mahad
- Mahad Dhoore: politician
Fun facts
- The word shares roots with the Quranic term used to describe the cradle of Jesus speaking as an infant.
- Mahad is widely used as a given name in Somalia, where it translates to expressing thanks or praise.