Declining since 2014, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Ahmet since 1959
Babies named Ahmet per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 16 |
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 87 |
| 2000s | 185 |
| 2010s | 251 |
| 2020s | 90 |
Meaning & origin
Ahmet, a Turkish variant of Ahmad, has been recorded in U.S. naming data since 1959. Despite its deep roots in Islamic tradition and widespread use in Turkey and the Balkans, it has remained relatively uncommon in the United States. At its peak in 2015, the name ranked 7,679, and was given to about 1 in every 170,808 boys in 2025. However, its trajectory has been falling since 2014, reflecting a gradual decline in usage. While the name does not appear among any state's top names, its consistent presence over decades highlights its enduring appeal among families with Turkish or Muslim heritage. Ahmet's connection to the Prophet Muhammad gives it a revered status in the Muslim world, making it a meaningful choice for those seeking a name with strong religious and cultural significance.
Ahmet is a Turkish variant of Ahmad, one of the many names of the Prophet Muhammad in Islamic tradition. It derives from the Arabic root Ḥ-M-D, meaning 'to praise' or 'to thank'. The name has been widely used across the Muslim world, particularly in Turkey and the Balkans, where it has been a common given name for centuries.
“Ahmet” around the world
Where Ahmet lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
35
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ahmo, Met
Sibling names for Ahmet
Names that share Ahmet's style, for a brother or sister.
