Muhammad
Muhammad is an Arabic name meaning 'praised' or 'praiseworthy,' derived from the root 'ḥ-m-d' which refers to commendation. The name carries significant cultural and religious importance, commonly associated with the Prophet Muhammad in Islam, embodying qualities such as leadership, compassion, and wisdom.
Key Stats
| Total births | 21,962 |
| Gender | Male (90% / 10%) |
| Peak year | 2025 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1970 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Comeback name | No |
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Muhammad Ali (Boxer, civil rights activist) · Muhammad ibn Abdullah (Prophet and founder of Islam) · Muhammad Salah (Professional football player) · Muhammad the Great (Sultan of Morocco) · Muhammad Yunus (Nobel Peace Prize winner, founder of Grameen Bank)
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