How Many People Are Named Mahmoud?
Complete statistics for the name Mahmoud: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Meaning 'courageous' in Arabic, Mahmoud stands out as a very rare name in the U.S., with just 1 in 126,358 Americans bearing it. The majority, 71%, are under 30, making it a truly modern choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Traditionally, the life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 22All 2,674 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 2018Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Mahmoud Through the Generations
With 2,612 people named Mahmoud currently living in the United States, this name has seen its peak popularity in 2018 when 91 babies were given this name. Today, the average age of those named Mahmoud is 22, indicating a younger demographic with 1,891 individuals under 30 years old, compared to 783 aged between 30 and 60, and none over 60. This trend suggests that Mahmoud is a name embraced by newer generations, maintaining stability without significant fluctuations in usage.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Mahmoud's Arabic roots
📄 About the Name Mahmoud
How Many People Have the Name Mahmoud?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,795 people in the United States currently share the name Mahmoud. That works out to roughly 1 in every 69,124 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.
Is Mahmoud a Common or Rare Name?
Mahmoud is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Mahmoud Mean?
Mahmoud means "courageous" and comes from Arabic origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Mahmoud in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Mahmoud Most Popular?
The name Mahmoud reached peak popularity in 2018, with 91 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Mahmoud?
Approximately 4,795 people named Mahmoud live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,795. That works out to roughly 1 in 69,124 Americans.
Is Mahmoud a rare name?
Mahmoud is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 69,124 Americans has this name.
What does the name Mahmoud mean?
Mahmoud means "courageous" and comes from Arabic origins.
Is Mahmoud more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Mahmoud are male and 0% are female.
When was Mahmoud most popular?
Mahmoud peaked in 2018 with 91 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.