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Mahad
Pronounced mə-HAHD /məˈhɑd/Medium
Meaning: From Somali/Arabic, variously 'great' and 'gratitude, thanks, praise' (linked to Arabic mahd, 'a cradle', and to 'praise'); the precise route is uncertain, so we flag itLow
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U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Mahad comes from Somali and Arabic — variously 'great' and 'gratitude, thanks, praise' (linked to Arabic mahd, 'a cradle', and to 'praise'; the precise route is uncertain, which we flag honestly). A crisp, cultural name across Somali and South Asian Muslim families (said 'mə-HAHD'; nickname Maha).
In the U.S. it appears in Somali and Muslim families. Rare, great-or-gratitude at the (uncertain) root, and cultural.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Mahad mean?
Mahad is Somali/Arabic, variously 'great' and 'gratitude, thanks'; the precise route is uncertain, so we flag it.
How do you pronounce Mahad?
It's said mə-HAHD /məˈhɑd/ — two syllables, stress on the second.
Is Mahad a boy or girl name?
Mahad is a boy's name.
How popular is Mahad?
Mahad is a rare name in the U.S.