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Mohammed

Boy name · 2,536 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Mohammed: 2,536 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 74 births in 2005.

With Arabic roots meaning “praiseworthy,” Mohammed has been one of the world’s most enduring and widely given names, borne first by the Prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam, and later by countless scholars, leaders, and cultural figures. Among its modern famous bearers are legendary boxer Muhammad Ali and Moroccan footballer Mohammed Salah. The name also echoes in place names such as Medina, the Prophet’s burial city, though its own etymology connects to the same root as the Arabic word for “praise.” In Scotland, Mohammed has become increasingly common since the late 20th century, reflecting the nation’s diverse religious and cultural makeup. A notable variant is the Turkish spelling Mehmet, while the name’s universal appeal means it appears in almost every Muslim-majority country—and far beyond.