Names That Mean Praiseworthy
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The names
Muhammad
Arabic
"praiseworthy"
There are over five hundred names for the Arab prophet who founded the Muslim religion, making it the most common boys' name in the world and explaining the Muslim adage, "If you have a hundred sons,…
Ahman
American, possible variant of Arabic Ahmed
"commendable, praiseworthy"
Football fans just might want to honor star footballer Ahman Green, whose name can be seen as a variation of AHMED or AHMAD.
Mehmet ali
Turkish from Arabic
"supremely praiseworthy"
A common double-barreled combination among Turkish boys.
Mehmet emin
Turkish from Arabic
"praiseworthy truth"
Mehmet and all its variations are falling in popularity in Turkey.
Muhammed
Arabic
"praiseworthy"
This variation of Muhammad is common among Turkish Muslims.
Muhammed emir
Turkish from Arabic
"praiseworthy ruler"
One of three double-barreled Muhammed combinations in the Turkish Top 100 — along with Muhammed Ali and Muhammed Emin.
Mehmet
Turkish variation of Muhammad, Arabic
"praiseworthy"
A common form of Muhammad in Turkey, where the spelling Muhammed is also used. In the US, Mehmet is commonly known as the first name of Dr. Oz.
Muhammed emin
Turkish
"praiseworthy truth"
First name combination popular in Turkey.
Magomed
Russian variation of Muhammad, Arabic
"praiseworthy"
A strong choice for a Muslim child with Russian ancestry. The name is primarily heard in the Caucasus.
Mahmoud
Arabic
"praiseworthy"
Historic name commonly found in the Arab world.
Muhammed ali
Turkish from Arabic
"supremely praiseworthy"
No, Muhammed Ali is not given as a tribute to American boxer Muhammad Ali (notice the spelling difference!). In Turkey, it's a common double-barreled first name for Muslim boys.
