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Md
Pronounced muh-HAM-ad /mʊˈhæm.əd/Medium
Meaning: In South Asian usage, 'Md' is the standard written abbreviation of Muhammad — Arabic, 'praiseworthy; one worthy of praise'; we flag the abbreviation honestlyLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
In South Asian usage, Md is the standard written abbreviation of Muhammad — Arabic, 'praiseworthy; one worthy of praise' — the name of the Prophet of Islam. Where it appears as a recorded name it usually represents Muhammad, which we flag honestly (read aloud as 'Muhammad').
In the U.S. it appears in South Asian Muslim families. Rare as a standalone, praiseworthy at the root, and flagged.
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What does the name Md mean?
In South Asian usage 'Md' abbreviates Muhammad — Arabic 'praiseworthy'; we flag the abbreviation honestly.
How do you pronounce Md?
It is usually read aloud as 'Muhammad'.
Is Md a boy or girl name?
Md is a boy's name.
How popular is Md?
Md is rare as a standalone recorded name in the U.S.