Mohamad
2025 SSA
About Mohamad
Mohamad is a masculine name of Arabic origin, representing one of the many transliterations of Muhammad, the name of the prophet of Islam. The name literally means 'praised one' or 'worthy of praise' in Arabic. This particular spelling variation is common in many parts of the Muslim world, particularly in Southeast Asia and parts of the Middle East. Mohamad ranks among the most widely used names globally, carried by millions of men across diverse cultures united by Islamic faith. The name carries deep religious significance for Muslims and represents exemplary character traits including honesty, compassion, and wisdom. Its popularity transcends national boundaries, making it a truly international name that connects its bearers to a rich spiritual heritage and worldwide community.
Pronounced moh-HAH-mahd.
As of October 2026, Mohamad ranked #2049 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #1023 in 1997.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #1,776 | 85 | 44.3 |
| 2015 | #1,866 | 79 | 41.2 |
| 2016 | #2,157 | 64 | 33.7 |
| 2017 | #1,891 | 77 | 41.6 |
| 2018 | #2,158 | 65 | 35.8 |
| 2019 | #2,012 | 73 | 40.7 |
| 2020 | #2,086 | 68 | 39.4 |
| 2021 | #2,124 | 68 | 38.9 |
| 2022 | #2,371 | 60 | 34.4 |
| 2023 | #1,887 | 84 | 49.1 |
| 2024 | #1,974 | 79 | 45.9 |
| 2025 | #2,049 | 73 | 42.7 |