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Mohd

Boy name · 28 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Mohd: 28 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 9 births in 1985.

Mohd is a common abbreviation of the Arabic name Muhammad, meaning "praiseworthy" or "commended," derived from the Semitic root Ḥ-M-D, which conveys praise. It is most famously borne by the Prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam, whose name has inspired countless variations across the Muslim world. While no major places are directly named after the abbreviation Mohd, the full form Muhammad is shared with cities like Medina (Al-Madinah al-Munawwarah, "the radiant city") and countless mosques worldwide. In Scotland, Mohd appears as a modern, streamlined variant of Muhammad, often chosen by families for its simplicity and global recognition. It reflects the growing multicultural fabric of Scottish society, where names from diverse traditions are increasingly embraced.

Boy 7 of 52 years

Peak year
19859 babies
Latest (1995)
#3803 babies
Total births
28since 1981
5-year trend
▲ 47%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1985 · 9
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).