Muhammed
Muhammed is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Praiseworthy, commended, or worthy of praise.
Origin and history
Muhammed is a variant spelling of the Arabic name Muhammad, meaning 'praiseworthy' or 'commended'. It is one of the most widely given names globally due to its connection to the Islamic prophet Muhammad. In the United States, it has seen steady usage, representing a well-known spelling variant.
Popularity in the United States
2,600 babies in the United States have been named Muhammed since 1880. It ranks #2542 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1457.
States where it is most popular
- NY (42.5 %)
- CA (8.7 %)
- GA (7.5 %)
- TX (6.6 %)
- IL (6.5 %)
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 | 84 |
| 1980-1990 | 182 |
| 1990-2000 | 417 |
| 2000-2010 | 626 |
| 2010-2019 | 813 |
| 2020-2029 | 478 |
Famous people named Muhammed
- Muhammed Lawal: Mixed Martial Artist, Professional Wrestler
Fun facts
- Variants of this name are collectively considered among the most popular given male names in world history.
- Derived from the Arabic triconsonantal root h-m-d, which is associated with praise and gratitude.