Rising since 2009, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Mourad since 1990
Babies named Mourad per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2018, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Mourad's real moment was 2024.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 24 |
| 2000s | 7 |
| 2010s | 124 |
| 2020s | 96 |
Meaning & origin
Mourad is an Arabic name meaning 'desired' or 'wished for,' carrying a positive connotation of being a cherished addition to the family. In the United States, the name has been recorded since at least 1990 and has been gradually rising in popularity since 2009, with its peak year being 2024. While still relatively uncommon, its steady upward trajectory reflects growing interest among families seeking names with strong cultural roots. The name is most commonly associated with Arabic-speaking communities, but its appealing sound and meaningful origin have given it broader appeal. Mourad remains a distinctive choice that honors heritage while remaining accessible in English-speaking contexts.
Mourad is a transliteration of the Arabic name مراد (Murad), derived from the root r-w-d meaning 'to want, to desire, to intend.' It has been a common name across the Arabic-speaking world and in Muslim communities globally, often reflecting the hope that the child is a 'desired' or 'wished for' addition to the family. The name has been borne by several Ottoman sultans, most notably Murad I, II, III, IV, and V.
“Mourad” around the world
Where Mourad lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
35
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Murad
Sibling names for Mourad
Names that share Mourad's style, for a brother or sister.
