"praiseworthy, one who is praised"
Origin: Arabic (root: h-m-d, to praise)
Language: Arabic
Mehmet
Pronunciation: [ m-EHM-uht ]
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The Turkish form of the world's most given name
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Meaning & Origin
"worthy of praise"
Origin: Arabic
Language: Turkish
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The Story of Mehmet
Mehmet is the Turkish form of Muhammad (Arabic: مُحَمَّد, Muḥammad), derived from the Arabic root ḥ-m-d meaning to praise or praiseworthy. Muhammad is the name of the Prophet of Islam and the most common given name in the world. Mehmet became the distinctly Turkish form of this honored name, used across the Ottoman Empire and modern Turkey for centuries.
Mehmet has been one of the most popular names in Turkey for centuries. Outside Turkey, it's common in Bosnian, Albanian, and other Balkan Muslim communities. It remains extremely popular — Mehmet is often in the top 10 boys' names in Turkey year after year.
The name Muhammad (and its variants including Mehmet) is the most widely given name in the world, honored by Muslims globally as the name of the Prophet. In Turkish culture, Mehmet is particularly associated with Mehmed II (Mehmet the Conqueror), who captured Constantinople in 1453 and transformed the city into the Ottoman capital Istanbul.
Historical Record
Mehmet first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 816 babies have been named Mehmet in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Mehmet is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,474 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Muhammad and its variants are estimated to be the most common given name on earth, borne by over 150 million people worldwide
- Mehmed II (Mehmet the Conqueror) captured Constantinople in 1453, ending the Byzantine Empire and reshaping world history
- Mehmet Oz, known as Dr. Oz, brought the name to widespread American recognition
Mehmet in Other Languages
Arabic
محمد (Muhammad)
Bosnian
Mehmed
English
Muhammad / Mohamed
Persian
محمد (Mohammad)
Turkish
Mehmet
Albanian
Mehmet
Popularity Over Time
#4,474
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,474
- Total SSA Count
- 23
- Cultural Origins
- Turkish Muslim Bosnian Albanian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Memo
Meho
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mehmet
What does the name Mehmet mean?
"praiseworthy, one who is praised" (from Arabic (root: h-m-d, to praise)). "worthy of praise" (from Arabic). Mehmet is the Turkish form of Muhammad (Arabic: مُحَمَّد, Muḥammad), derived from the Arabic root ḥ-m-d meaning to praise or praiseworthy. Muhammad is the name of the Prophet of Islam and the most common given name in the world. Mehmet became the distinctly Turkish form of this honored name, used across the Ottoman Empire and modern Turkey for centuries.
What is the origin of the name Mehmet?
Mehmet has Arabic (root: h-m-d, to praise), Arabic, Turkish, Muslim, Bosnian, and Albanian origins. In Arabic (root: h-m-d, to praise), it means "praiseworthy, one who is praised". In Arabic, it means "worthy of praise".
Is Mehmet a boy or girl name?
Mehmet is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Mehmet?
Mehmet is pronounced m-EHM-uht.
How popular is the name Mehmet?
Mehmet is currently ranked #4474 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Mehmet?
Common nicknames for Mehmet include Memo and Meho.
What are good middle names for Mehmet?
Popular middle name pairings include Mehmet Ali, Mehmet Can, Mehmet Yusuf, Mehmet Emre, Mehmet Selim, and Mehmet Kemal.
What are good sibling names for Mehmet?
Names that pair well with Mehmet as siblings include Ahmet, Mustafa, Ibrahim, Yusuf, Fatima, Elif, Zeynep, and Ayse.
How many syllables does Mehmet have?
Mehmet has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Mehmet a common or rare name?
Mehmet is an uncommon name, ranked #4474 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Mehmet
Mehmet is a boy name with Turkish, Muslim, Bosnian, and Albanian origins . The name means "praiseworthy, one who is praised" in Arabic (root: h-m-d, to praise) .
Mehmet is currently ranked #4,474 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Mehmet has 2 syllables and is pronounced m-EHM-uht, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Mehmet include Memo and Meho. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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