Mehdi
Mehdi is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Guided one or rightly guided.
Origin and history
Mehdi is a name of Arabic origin meaning 'guided one' or 'rightly guided'. It holds significant theological importance in Islam, often referring to the prophesied redeemer. In the United States, it is a less common male name used steadily within Arab and Persian diaspora communities.
Popularity in the United States
1,024 babies in the United States have been named Mehdi since 1880. It ranks #3659 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1777.
States where it is most popular
- NY (39.6 %)
- CA (30.5 %)
- MI (11.7 %)
- FL (7.1 %)
- NJ (4.5 %)
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 | 37 |
| 1980-1990 | 111 |
| 1990-2000 | 168 |
| 2000-2010 | 285 |
| 2010-2019 | 273 |
| 2020-2029 | 150 |
Famous people named Mehdi
- Mehdi Benatia: Soccer Player, Sports Executive
- Mehdi Hasan: Journalist, Television Host
Fun facts
- The term originates from the Arabic root meaning 'to guide' and is a prominent title in Islamic eschatology.
- While used across the Muslim world, Mehdi is particularly widespread in Iran, France, and North African countries.