Holding steady, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Mohab since 2001
Babies named Mohab per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 15 |
| 2010s | 49 |
| 2020s | 47 |
Meaning & origin
Mohab is a masculine Arabic name carrying the meaning of 'gifted' or 'generous', rooted in the Arabic verb 'wahaba' (to give). In the United States, the name first appeared in Social Security records in 2001 and has since seen modest but steady use. As of the latest data from 2025, it ranks 6,446 with a frequency of 1 in 131,390 births. Its peak year was 2022, indicating a recent uptick in interest. The trajectory remains stable, suggesting a consistent, if niche, appeal among American parents seeking a name with strong religious and cultural significance. While no specific top states are recorded, Mohab is most commonly chosen by families with Arabic or Islamic heritage. Its rarity and distinctive sound make it a name that stands out without being unfamiliar.
Mohab derives from the Arabic root w-h-b, meaning 'to give' or 'to bestow'. It is directly related to the name Wahib (the Giver), one of the 99 names of God in Islam. As a personal name, Mohab is used across the Arabic-speaking world and by Muslim communities globally, conveying a sense of divine generosity.
“Mohab” around the world
Where Mohab lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Sibling names for Mohab
Names that share Mohab's style, for a brother or sister.
