Mahmoud
Mahmoud is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Praised, praiseworthy”.
| Meaning | Praised, praiseworthy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | محمود |
| Pronunciation | mah-MOOD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Egypt, Palestine, Syria, Jordan |
Meaning and origin of Mahmoud
Mahmoud is the spelling of Mahmud used in Egypt, the Levant and North Africa; it follows French, where 'ou' stands for the long u. The name shares the h-m-d root of praise with Muhammad and Ahmad, and means praised. The Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish and the Egyptian Quran reciter Mahmoud Khalil al-Husary are two famous bearers. It remains one of the most familiar Arabic names for boys.
Is Mahmoud a Muslim name?
Mahmoud is closely related to the name Muhammad and recalls 'a praised station (maqaman mahmuda)' (Quran 17:79).
How popular is Mahmoud?
In Egypt, Palestine, Syria and Jordan it ranks among the most widely given boys' names.
Gifts with the name Mahmoud
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Spellings and variants of Mahmoud
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mahmoud mean?
Mahmoud means 'Praised, praiseworthy'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Mahmoud a Muslim name?
Mahmoud is closely related to the name Muhammad and recalls 'a praised station (maqaman mahmuda)' (Quran 17:79).
How do you pronounce Mahmoud?
Mahmoud is pronounced mah-MOOD.
Is Mahmoud a boy or girl name?
Mahmoud is usually a boy name.