محمد

Mohamad

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Mohamad is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Praised, worthy of praise”.

MeaningPraised, worthy of praise
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asمحمد
Pronunciationmoh-HAH-mad
TraditionMuslim
Used inWorldwide, Levant, Malaysia, Indonesia

Meaning and origin of Mohamad

Mohamad is one of the many ways of writing Muḥammad, the blessed name of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. The root ḥ-m-d means to praise, and this particular pattern describes someone who is praised over and over. Spelled with a single 'm' in the middle, it is the form you will often see on official papers in Lebanon, Syria and Malaysia. In every spelling, it remains the most frequently chosen boy's name among Muslims worldwide.

Is Mohamad a Muslim name?

To name a son Mohamad is to honour the final Prophet ﷺ, and no name is more cherished by Muslims. The Quran itself declares: 'Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah' (Quran 48:29).

How popular is Mohamad?

Muslims use it everywhere, and this particular spelling is the norm in Lebanon, Syria, Malaysia and Indonesia.

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Spellings and variants of Mohamad

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Mohamad mean?

Mohamad means 'Praised, worthy of praise'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Mohamad a Muslim name?

To name a son Mohamad is to honour the final Prophet ﷺ, and no name is more cherished by Muslims. The Quran itself declares: 'Muhammad is the Messenger of Allah' (Quran 48:29).

How do you pronounce Mohamad?

Mohamad is pronounced moh-HAH-mad.

Is Mohamad a boy or girl name?

Mohamad is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.