Mahmoud Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Mahmoud is an Arabic name meaning 'praiseworthy.' It has evolved through various forms, rooted in the Arabic language. The name is often linked to positive traits and has significant biblical relevance. Its popularity surged in the Islamic world due to its association with the Prophet Muhammad.
The name Mahmoud is most popular in Michigan, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Mahmoud has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Mahmoud' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3729th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1783rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1842nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2186th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Mahmoud' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Mahmoud"
Pronunciation
/mæˈmuːd/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name Mahmoud is derived from the Arabic root ḥ-m-d, which means 'to thank' or 'to praise.' It is often associated with the notion of being praiseworthy.
Meaning
Praiseworthy
Language Evolution
Mahmoud, Mahmood, Muhammad
Historical Usage
Mahmoud has been a popular name in the Islamic world since the time of the Prophet Muhammad, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa.
Variants & Derivatives
Mahmood, Mahmud, Muhammad, Mohammed
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Mahmoud is widely recognized and respected in many Muslim-majority countries and is often associated with strength and integrity.
Famous People
Mahmoud Abbas, Palestinian politician, Mahmoud Darwish, Palestinian poet, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, former Iranian president
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Mahmoud"
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 "Mahmoud"
"Mahmoud" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3729th of 10718 | 123 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1783rd of 16616 | 660 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1842nd of 24088 | 1,114 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2186th of 23106 | 777 |
Regional Popularity of "Mahmoud" 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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
58.86% 2050th/3483 |
- |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
33.41% 1231st/3685 |
26.44% 1183rd/4475 |
52.45% 2724th/5194 |
29.90% 1889th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.24% 1248th/4582 |
22.58% 1166th/5164 |
33.42% 2444th/7313 |
29.48% 2200th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
36.80% 1466th/3984 |
33.83% 1518th/4487 |
39.67% 2706th/6822 |
41.40% 2598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Mahmoud" 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 "Mahmoud"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Mahmoud" 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.