Ahmet Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ahmet is a Turkish name derived from the Arabic root meaning 'to thank' or 'to praise'. It evolved from the name Ahmad and has historical significance in Turkish culture, particularly during the Ottoman Empire. The name is associated with positive traits and is widely used among Muslim populations. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Ahmet is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ahmet has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Ahmet' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7460th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7538th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4554th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4607th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ahmet' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ahmet"
Pronunciation
/ˈah.mɛt/
Origin
Turkish
Etymology
The name Ahmet is derived from the Arabic root 'ḥ-m-d', which means 'to thank' or 'to praise'. It is a variant of Ahmad, which is also associated with the name of the Prophet Muhammad.
Meaning
Highly praised
Language Evolution
Ahmad, Ahmet, Ahmed
Historical Usage
The name Ahmet has been in use since the Ottoman Empire, gaining popularity as a common male name in Turkey and among Muslim communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Ahmed, Ahmad, Aḥmad
Modern Popularity & Image
Ahmet is commonly perceived as a traditional and respected name in Turkey, often associated with positive traits such as righteousness and gratitude.
Famous People
Ahmet Davutoğlu, a Turkish politician and former Prime Minister, Ahmet Ertegun, co-founder of Atlantic Records, Ahmet Necdet Sezer, former President of Turkey
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ahmet"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Ahmet"
"Ahmet" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7460th of 10718 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7538th of 16616 | 67 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4554th of 24088 | 298 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4607th of 23106 | 258 |
Regional Popularity of "Ahmet" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
48.61% 2510th/5164 |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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55.85% 2506th/4487 |
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Regional Popularity of "Ahmet" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Ahmet"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ahmet" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.