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Muhammad

Muhammad is a boy name of Arabic origin, meaning Praiseworthy" - the Prophet of Islam.

  • GenderBoy
  • OriginArabic
  • StyleClassic
  • Syllables3
  • US rank#303

What does Muhammad mean?

Praiseworthy" - the Prophet of Islam

How popular is Muhammad?

Popularity in the United States

Muhammad has been given to 15,541 babies in the United States since 1929, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

About 1 in 1,563 babies born in the United States were given this name in the most recent year on record.

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Babies named Muhammad per year in the United States, 1929–2020. Source: Social Security Administration

Popularity in France

Muhammad has been given to 1,670 babies in France since 1981, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.

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Babies named Muhammad per year in France, 1981–2022. Source: INSEE

Popularity in Spain

There are 8,883 people called Muhammad living in Spain, with an average age of 34.4.

15,541 Babies named since 1929
2010s Peak decade
Rising Recent trend

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Frequently asked questions about Muhammad

What does the name Muhammad mean?

Muhammad means Praiseworthy" - the Prophet of Islam. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Muhammad a boy's or a girl's name?

Muhammad is most often given to boys.

How popular is the name Muhammad?

Muhammad has been given to 15,541 babies in the United States since 1929, peaking in the 2010s. It has been climbing over the last two decades.