محمد

Mamadi

boyMandinka / Maninka form of Muḥammad

Mamadi is a Muslim boy name meaning “Praised (Muhammad)”.

MeaningPraised (Muhammad)
GenderBoy
OriginMandinka / Maninka form of Muḥammad
Arabic spellingمحمد
Pronunciationmah-MAH-dee
Arabic rootح م د (ḥ-m-d) — praise
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Mamadi

Mamadi is a Mandinka and Maninka form of Muḥammad, the name of the Prophet ﷺ. It is especially common in Guinea, where Mamady is an equally frequent spelling. Former Guinean leader Mamadi Doumbouya is a well-known bearer.

Is Mamadi a Muslim name?

Yes. Mamadi is a Muslim name, a Mande form of Muḥammad.

Is Mamadi in the Quran?

The name Muḥammad appears in 'Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah' (Quran 48:29).

Where is the name Mamadi used?

Common in Guinea, Mali and among Mandinka communities in Senegal and the Gambia.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mamadi mean?

Mamadi means 'Praised (Muhammad)'. It comes from Mandinka / Maninka form of Muḥammad.

Is Mamadi a Muslim name?

Yes. Mamadi is a Muslim name, a Mande form of Muḥammad.

How do you write Mamadi in Arabic?

Mamadi is written محمد in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Mamadi?

Mamadi is pronounced mah-MAH-dee.

Is Mamadi mentioned in the Quran?

The name Muḥammad appears in 'Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah' (Quran 48:29).

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.