Rising since 2007, #1,793 for boys today.
Popularity of Muhammadali since 2006
Babies named Muhammadali per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 10 |
| 2010s | 185 |
| 2020s | 544 |
Meaning & origin
Muhammadali entered U.S. naming records in 2006, a relatively recent addition that reflects growing diversity and the influence of Muslim heritage in American communities. The name ranked 1,793 in 2025, with an incidence of 1 in 19,192 male births. Its popularity has been rising steadily since 2007, reaching a peak rank in 2024. The name is most frequently given in New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, states with significant South Asian and Middle Eastern populations. As a compound name, Muhammadali carries deep religious resonance, honoring the Prophet Muhammad and Ali ibn Abi Talib, a revered figure in Shia and Sunni traditions alike. Its rise mirrors broader trends toward names that express cultural and spiritual identity, particularly among families who wish to pass on a legacy of faith and honor.
Muhammadali is a compound of two revered Arabic names: Muhammad, from the root ḥ-m-d meaning 'to praise,' and Ali, from the root ʿ-l-w meaning 'high' or 'exalted.' The name is particularly common in Muslim cultures that honor both the Prophet Muhammad and his cousin and son-in-law Ali ibn Abi Talib. As a given name, it is most popular in South Asia and among diaspora communities, often reflecting a family's religious devotion.
Where Muhammadali is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Mohammad Ali, Muhammed Ali
Sibling names for Muhammadali
Names that share Muhammadali's style, for a brother or sister.
