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Muhanad

moo-HAH-nahd · Of debated origin; possibly meaning 'swords' or 'sword-like'.

Peak popularity
2023
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2022

Declining since 2022.

Popularity of Muhanad since 2004

Babies named Muhanad per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2010, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Muhanad's real moment was 2023.

36920102020Most births 2010Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
2000s11
2010s66
2020s28

Meaning & origin

Muhanad is a rare Arabic name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 2004. Its peak year so far was 2023, and its trajectory has been falling since 2022, indicating a possible shift in preference. The name remains uncommon, not ranking among the top 1000 names nationally, and has no recorded top-state associations. While its core meaning is debated, the name carries a strong, distinctive sound that appeals to families seeking a name with Arabic roots.

Muhanad is a name of Arabic origin, derived from the root h-n-d, which relates to swords. It is a name that has been used in the Arabic-speaking world, though its exact meaning is debated. Some sources link it to the word for 'sword' or 'sword-like', while others consider it a variant of Muhannad.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Hani, Nado

Variants: Muhannad, Mohannad

Sibling names for Muhanad

Names that share Muhanad's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Layla, Noor, Amira, Zahra, Sara

Brothers: Omar, Ali, Yusuf, Khalid, Hassan

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Questions parents ask

What is the meaning of the name Muhanad?
The meaning is debated; it may derive from an Arabic root meaning 'sword' or 'sword-like', though some sources consider it a variant of Muhannad.
How popular is the name Muhanad?
Muhanad first entered U.S. records in 2004 and peaked in popularity in 2023. It is a rare name and has not ranked in the top 1000.
Is Muhanad a boy's name or a girl's name?
Muhanad is traditionally a boy's name.