Muhammad
In Arabic: مُحَمَّد
The name of the Prophet ﷺ, meaning “one who is constantly praised,” from the pattern of emphasis.
اسم النبي ﷺ، ومعناه الكثير الحمد والثناء، وجاء على صيغة المبالغة.
- Boy name
- Prophetic
- Faith
- Virtue
- Longer
- Strong sound
- Common
- Pan-Arab
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Called at home
مُحَمَّد, come here sweetheart — dinner's ready.
As an adult
Professional intro
Pleased to meet you, I'm مُحَمَّد.
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- SulaimanThe name of the Prophet Sulaiman عليه السلام, known for wisdom and sound judgmentLearn more
Questions parents ask
- What does the name Muhammad mean?
- The name of the Prophet ﷺ, meaning “one who is constantly praised,” from the pattern of emphasis.
- Is Muhammad a boy or a girl name?
- Muhammad is a boy name.
- How is Muhammad written in English?
- Muhammad in Arabic: مُحَمَّد.
- Does Muhammad fit the father's name?
- Fit depends on the father or family name. Enter it in “Try the name now” on this page and we score the transition, length balance, and cadence.