Mohamed
Mohamed is a Muslim boy name meaning “Praised, praiseworthy”.
| Meaning | Praised, praiseworthy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | محمد |
| Pronunciation | moh-HAH-med |
| Arabic root | ح م د (ḥ-m-d) — praise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Mohamed
Mohamed is a common spelling of Muḥammad, the name of the final Prophet ﷺ, meaning 'praised' or 'worthy of praise'. This single-m spelling is standard in Egypt, North Africa, Somalia and francophone West Africa. Muḥammad in its many forms is the most widely given boy's name in the world.
Is Mohamed a Muslim name?
Yes. Mohamed is a Muslim name, a spelling of Muḥammad, the name of the Prophet ﷺ.
Is Mohamed in the Quran?
The name appears in 'Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah' (Quran 48:29).
Where is the name Mohamed used?
Used everywhere in the Muslim world; this spelling is typical of Egypt, North and West Africa and Somalia.
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Spellings and variants of Mohamed
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mohamed mean?
Mohamed means 'Praised, praiseworthy'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Mohamed a Muslim name?
Yes. Mohamed is a Muslim name, a spelling of Muḥammad, the name of the Prophet ﷺ.
How do you write Mohamed in Arabic?
Mohamed is written محمد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Mohamed?
Mohamed is pronounced moh-HAH-med.
Is Mohamed mentioned in the Quran?
The name appears in 'Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah' (Quran 48:29).