Ahmaud

“the most praiseworthy” — Associated with Ahmaud Arbery

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#5249US 2023

18Births / yr

↓Falling

230All-time births

📅 Since 199700

How to pronounce Ahmaud

AH·MAWD

/ˈɑ.ˈmɔd/ · stress on AH · 2 syllables

“the most praiseworthy”

Associated with Ahmaud Arbery · American origin

What does Ahmaud mean and where does it come from?

Ahmaud is a variant of the name Ahmad, which is derived from Arabic (أحمد). The name Ahmad is closely related to the root 'ḥ-m-d' meaning 'to thank' or 'to praise'. Ahmaud gained popularity in the United States in the late 20th and early 21st century. It's notably associated with Ahmaud Arbery, an A

Cultural significance

Ahmaud has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of the most praiseworthy.

Peak popularity

Reached #4191 in 2020 — currently #5249 in the US.

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How else can you spell Ahmaud?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Ahmod

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Ahmaud?

Ahmaud works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ahmaud Grace

How popular is Ahmaud right now?

Falling — down 1257 spots — currently #5249 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2000–2023#5249 · Top 3.9%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#5249	18	▼ down 1257 · -33% births
2022	#3992	27	▲ up 637 · +29% births
2021	#4629	21	▼ down 438 · -12% births
2020	#4191	24	▲ up 2364 · +85% births
2015	#6555	13	▼ down 883 · -19% births
2010	#5672	16	▲ up 1337 · +45% births
2005	#7009	11	▲ up 1087 · +38% births
2000	#8096	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ahmaud

Best Year2022Rank #3992

Peak Count27

Average Rank#5674

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range2000 - 20238 years

The story of Ahmaud

Ahmaud is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1997. With 230 total births recorded, Ahmaud remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #8096 in 2000 to #5249 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Ahmaud in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

Ahmaud by decade

Ahmaud peaked in the 2020s. See all 2020s names →

Decade	Births
1990s	26
2000s ★	104
2010s	76
2020s	24

💎Ahmaud has only 230 total recorded births since 1997 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ahmaud?

Common

Ahm

What names sound and feel like Ahmaud?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ahmaud also consider these

Amaud

American · French

Jahaud

American · God will be

Ashaud

American · A beloved name

Ahmare

American · Arabic

Ahmaad

Arabic · most commendable, praiseworthy

Ahsaun

American · Possibly derived from

Ahmad

Arabic · highly praised

Rashaud

American · American

Common questions about the name Ahmaud

What does the name Ahmaud mean?

Ahmaud means "the most praiseworthy" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ahmaud?

Ahmaud is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ahmaud have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Ahmaud?

Ahmaud originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Ahmaud?

Ahmaud is a two-syllable name pronounced AA1 M AO1 D. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Ahmaud trending right now?

Ahmaud is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.