Mahmoud
Boy name · 15 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Mahmoud: 15 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 4 births in 2014.
The name Mahmoud has Arabic origins, meaning "praiseworthy" – it shares its root with the revered name Muhammad. Notable figures include Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas, former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, and celebrated poet Mahmoud Darwish. While no major place bears the name directly, the root appears in the city of Medina (al-Madinah), meaning "the city" – indirectly linking praise to place. A common variant is Mahmud, and the name is cherished across the Muslim world for its positive meaning and connection to the Prophet. For parents in multicultural Scotland, Mahmoud offers a name of strength and faith with a lyrical sound.
Boy 4 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 20144 babies
- Latest (2023)
- #6144 babies
- Total births
- 15since 1988
- 5-year trend
- ≈ stablevs prior 5y