Mahdi
Mahdi is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Guided one; guided rightly.
Origin and history
Mahdi is an Arabic name meaning 'guided one' or 'guided by God'. In Islamic tradition, it refers to a predicted messianic leader who will restore justice. In the United States, it is a recognizable traditional name used predominantly within Muslim communities.
Popularity in the United States
2,398 babies in the United States have been named Mahdi since 1880. It ranks #2648 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1430.
States where it is most popular
- MI (49.5 %)
- NY (18.2 %)
- CA (13.2 %)
- TX (5.4 %)
- IL (4.6 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 33 |
| 1980-1990 | 124 |
| 1990-2000 | 271 |
| 2000-2010 | 634 |
| 2010-2019 | 824 |
| 2020-2029 | 507 |
Famous people named Mahdi
- Mahdi Hassan: Journalist, Broadcaster
Fun facts
- In Islamic theology, Al-Mahdi is the prophesied redeemer who will rule before the Day of Judgment.
- Over 2,300 boys have been named Mahdi in the United States since 1880, showing steady modern usage.