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MohammedIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Praised

Pronunciation: mo-HAM-muhd

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Name
Mohammed
Meaning
Praised
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Pashto, Persian, Uzbek, Turkish, Hindi, English
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
mo-HAM-muhd
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Mohammed mean?

Mohammed is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Praised". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: mo-HAM-muhd. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

محمد

محمد صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم کا نام، اللہ تعالی کی تعریف و ثناء

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

محمد

محمد اسم الله تعالی نبی کریم صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

mo-HAM-muhd

IPA

/moʊˈhɑːmɛd/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Mohammed is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Praised. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

GreenYellow

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: Creativity, self-expression, and communication

Personality

Personality Traits

HonorableRespectedPraisedLeadershipDeterminationWisdom

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Represents the highest spiritual values and is considered to be the most perfect name for a male child

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Mohammed is the most- Common name among Muslims around the world. It is regarded with great respect and reverence as the name of the Prophet of Islam, who is regarded as the last messenger of God. The name Mohammed has been a significant cultural force in shaping the Islamic world. It is a source of pride and identity for millions of Muslims, representing their connection to their faith and heritage. In many Muslim communities, the name Mohammed is used not only as a personal name but also as a sign of respect and honor for Prophet Mohammed, often being used as a title or prefix.
In the Islamic tradition, the name Mohammed holds immense spiritual significance as the name of the Prophet who received and delivered the message of God to humanity. According to Islamic belief, Prophet Mohammed was chosen by God to be the last in a long line of prophets, including Adam, Abraham, Moses, and Jesus, among others. His name is a reminder of his unique role in conveying God's message and guiding humanity towards a righteous path. For Muslims, calling upon the name of Prophet Mohammed is a source of comfort, protection, and strength. It is also a reminder of their duty to follow his teachings and live in accordance with the Islamic principles of faith and morality.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Prophet of Islam and founder of the Islamic religion The name Mohammed carried significant weight in that era.

7th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Muhammad AliMuhammad bin SalmanMuhammad Iqbal

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Mohammed

Praiseworthy, Glorified, One who is highly praised

🇵🇰Urdu

محمد

محمد صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم کا نام، اللہ تعالی کی تعریف و ثناء

🇸🇦Arabic

محمد

محمد اسم الله تعالی نبی کریم صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم

🇮🇳Hindi

मोहम्मद

मोहम्मद, अल्लाह की प्रशंसा और स्तुति

🇦🇫Pashto

محمد

محمد، د الله تعالی ستاينه او حمد

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