Mohamad
Arabic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Mohamad
Mohamad is the Arabic form of Muhammad, derived from the root *h-m-d* meaning "to praise," and literally translates to "the praised one" or "the praiseworthy." The name is primarily used in Islamic cultures and among Muslims worldwide, gaining widespread prominence from the Prophet Muhammad (c.
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Etymology
Mohamad is the Arabic form of Muhammad, derived from the root *h-m-d* meaning "to praise," and literally translates to "the praised one" or "the praiseworthy." The name is primarily used in Islamic cultures and among Muslims worldwide, gaining widespread prominence from the Prophet Muhammad (c. 570–632 CE), the founder of Islam.
Mohamad currently ranks #2,049 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1999.
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