Rising since 1985, #561 for boys today.
Popularity of Mohammad since 1964
Babies named Mohammad per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 35 |
| 1970s | 439 |
| 1980s | 1,710 |
| 1990s | 3,594 |
| 2000s | 4,052 |
| 2010s | 4,494 |
| 2020s | 2,859 |
Meaning & origin
Mohammad is one of the most enduring and widespread names in the world, rooted in the Arabic root ḥ-m-d meaning 'praise.' The name is famously borne by the Prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam, and is used by Muslim families across the globe. In the United States, Mohammad entered the Social Security Administration's records in 1964 and has seen a steady rise in usage, particularly since 1985 (rank 561, 1 in 3229 boys in 2025). Its peak year so far is 2025, and it remains especially popular in states with large Muslim populations such as New York, Maryland, and Illinois. With numerous transliterations like Mohammed and Muhammad, the name maintains a strong cultural and religious significance while fitting into diverse communities.
Mohammad derives from the Arabic root ḥ-m-d, meaning 'to praise.' It is the name of the Prophet of Islam, Muhammad (c. 570-632 CE), and is one of the most widely used male names in the Muslim world. The spelling Mohammad is a common transliteration variant, particularly in South Asia.
Where Mohammad is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Mohammad” around the world
Where Mohammad lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
120
babies in 2024
Ireland
23
babies in 2025
New Zealand
23
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · CSO Ireland (Ireland) · NZ Dept of Internal Affairs (New Zealand).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mo
Sibling names for Mohammad
Names that share Mohammad's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Mohammad
Names whose popularity has moved with Mohammad's over the last 50 years.
