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Mohamud
Pronounced moh-HAH-mood /moʊˈhɑː.mud/Medium
Meaning: A Somali (and broader East/West African) form of Muhammad/Mahmud, from the Arabic 'praiseworthy.' A dignified, faith-rooted name, noted respectfully.Low
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
As a boy's name Mohamud is a Somali form of Muhammad ('praiseworthy'). A dignified, faith-rooted name — rare in the U.S., familiar in Somali and East African families (said 'moh-HAH-mood').
In the U.S. it appears rarely, mostly in Somali families. Rare, dignified, and faith-rooted.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Mohamud mean?
Mohamud is a Somali form of Muhammad/Mahmud, from the Arabic 'praiseworthy.'
How do you pronounce Mohamud?
It's said moh-HAH-mood /moʊˈhɑː.mud/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Mohamud a boy or girl name?
Mohamud is a boy's name.
How popular is Mohamud?
Mohamud is a rare name in the U.S., familiar in Somali families.