Mohammad

Meaning of Mohammad

Highly praised or commendable.

Mohammad has Arabic roots — browse every Arabic baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Mohammad

Mohammad is climbing again, up to #562 in 2025 from #598 in 2024 after peaking at #465 in 2000.

Notable people named Mohammad

• Muhammad Ali
  Legendary American boxer
• Mohammad Reza Pahlavi
  Former Shah of Iran
• Mohammad Yunus
  Nobel Peace Prize winner
• Mohammad Mosaddegh
  Former Prime Minister of Iran
• Mohammad Haidari
  Iranian footballer

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Questions about the name Mohammad

What does the name Mohammad mean?

Mohammad means highly praised or commendable, and it comes from Arabic origins.

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

Mohammad is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Mohammad?

In 2025, Mohammad ranked #562 for boys, up from #598 the year before.

When was Mohammad most popular?

Mohammad peaked at #465 in 2000.