The nameMahmoud
Mahmoud is an Arabic boy's name, given steadily in France since the 1960s.
- Boy's name
- Arabic
Meaning
Mahmoud means "praised, praiseworthy", from the same root as Muhammad and Ahmed.
Origin
Arabic.
History
Found in France since 1949, Mahmoud has been given steadily without ever being widespread, with a slight revival around 2020.
Famous people named Mahmoud
- Mahmoud Darwish, Palestinian poet
Popularity of the name Mahmoud
Mahmoud in France
Mahmoud was most popular in France in the 2010s, with 245 births over the decade, 16% of all recorded babies named Mahmoud. Its rise began around 1949, and it peaked in 2025. Half of all babies named Mahmoud in France were born before 1994. Over the last five years on record, it has been rising: 33 births a year on average, against 28 in the five years before.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mahmoud mean?
Mahmoud means "praised, praiseworthy", from the same root as Muhammad and Ahmed.
What is the origin of the name Mahmoud?
Arabic.
Is Mahmoud a girl's or a boy's name?
Mahmoud is a boy's name.
Who are famous people named Mahmoud?
Mahmoud Darwish, Palestinian poet.