Muhammad
Muhammad is a masculine name of Arabic origin. It is the name of the prophet and founder of Islam, and is the most popular name in the world.
Muhammad Meaning
Praiseworthy, Commendable
Historical Significance
Muhammad is the name of the Islamic prophet who founded the religion in the 7th century CE. It has been one of the most common names in the Muslim world for centuries.
Fun Fact
Muhammad is considered the most common name in the world, with an estimated 150 million men and boys bearing the name.
Literature Reference
The life of Muhammad is chronicled in various biographical works known as ‘Sira’, the most famous being ‘Sirat Rasul Allah’ by Ibn Ishaq.
Music Reference
While not directly about the name, the song ‘Muhammad My Friend’ by Tori Amos references the prophet Muhammad.
Famous Namesakes
- Muhammad Ali: Boxer, known for Three-time World Heavyweight Champion
- Muhammad Yunus: Social Entrepreneur, Banker, Economist, known for Founder of Grameen Bank, Nobel Peace Prize recipient
- Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi: Mathematician, Astronomer, Geographer, known for Founder of algebra, introduced Indian numerals to the West
Similar Names
Mohammed, Mohammad, Muhammed, Mohamad
Muhammad Nicknames
Mo, Moe, Hamza
Related Names
Sibling Names
Ahmed, Ali, Omar, Hassan, Hussein, Ibrahim, Yusuf, Fatima, Aisha, Mariam, Zainab, Khadija, Amina, Noor, Zahra, Layla