Mahmood
Pronunciation: [ m-AM-ood ]
Mahmood is a boy baby name. Ranked #10,783 in the US, popular nicknames include Mah, May, and Mahie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
Reviewed by the NamingEverything Editorial Team · Updated
Meaning & Origin
Playground Safety
How Does It Sound with Your Surname?
Similar to Mahmood
See all →What the Mahmood report tells you
$9Personalized to your state, siblings, and priorities. Free playground safety preview included.
Is Mahmood the #1 name in your state, or barely on the radar?
Enter your other kids' names. We score how well they sound together.
Playground safety check is free. Full report is $9.
What do you want to do with this name?
Historical Record
Mahmood first appeared in US Social Security records in 1978.
Over 359 babies have been named Mahmood in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mahmood is past its peak , currently ranked #10,783 for boy names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #10,783
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
-
Timeless choice, extended 2-3 combo
Sibling Match
Premium
Check how Mahmood fits with existing sibling names — style, sound, and origin.
Enter sibling names above to see compatibility.
Similar Names
See all names like Mahmood →Compare Mahmood with...
Can't decide?
Start a tournament bracket with Mahmood and other names you're considering.
Start a TournamentLike this name?
Check how Mahmood sounds with your surname and test for potential nicknames.
Analyze This NameExplore More Generators
-
🧝
Fantasy Name Generator
Create names for D&D and RPG characters
-
🐾
Pet Name Generator
Find the perfect name for your furry friend
-
🎭
Character Name Generator
Names for fictional characters across genres
Names You Might Also Like
View all →Sanskrit origin
"sun, sunlight, radiance"
#10,960 in US
Sanskrit origin
"time, era"
#10,810 in US
Old French origin
"illustrious, shining"
#10,768 in US
Greek origin
"not madness, alyssum flower"
#10,879 in US
Celtic/Germanic blend origin
"homestead of wonder"
#10,702 in US
O'odham (Native American) origin
"small spring, place of the small spring"
#10,755 in US
Save Your Name Card
Download a shareable image with Mahmood's meaning, origin, and popularity. Ready for Instagram, Pinterest, or texting to your partner.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mahmood
Is Mahmood a boy or girl name?
How do you pronounce Mahmood?
How popular is the name Mahmood?
What are common nicknames for Mahmood?
Is Mahmood a common or rare name?
What boy names are similar to Mahmood?
Are there other spellings for Mahmood?
About the Name Mahmood
Mahmood is a boy name .
Mahmood is currently ranked #10,783 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Mahmood include Mah, May, Mahie, and Mahmie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Mahmood include Mahmoud . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
Keep Exploring
Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis