Muhammad
Muhammad is a Muslim boy name meaning “Praised, praiseworthy”.
| Meaning | Praised, praiseworthy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | محمد |
| Pronunciation | moo-HAM-mad |
| Arabic root | ح م د (ḥ-m-d) — to praise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Muhammad
Muhammad is the name of the final Prophet of Islam ﷺ. It is the passive participle of ḥammada, meaning 'one who is repeatedly and abundantly praised'. It is the most common male name in the world, given on its own or as the first part of a compound such as Muhammad Ali, and has many regional forms including Mehmet, Mamadou and Mohamed.
Is Muhammad a Muslim name?
Yes. Muhammad is the most important Muslim name, the name of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself, and it is given in every Muslim community.
Is Muhammad in the Quran?
It appears four times in the Quran, for example: 'Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah' (Quran 48:29).
Where is the name Muhammad used?
Used in every Muslim community worldwide.
Gifts with the name Muhammad
- Muhammad name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Muhammad baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Muhammad
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Muhammad mean?
Muhammad means 'Praised, praiseworthy'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Muhammad a Muslim name?
Yes. Muhammad is the most important Muslim name, the name of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ himself, and it is given in every Muslim community.
How do you write Muhammad in Arabic?
Muhammad is written محمد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Muhammad?
Muhammad is pronounced moo-HAM-mad.
Is Muhammad mentioned in the Quran?
It appears four times in the Quran, for example: 'Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah' (Quran 48:29).