What Does the Name Mahmud Mean

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The name Mahmud comes from Arabic roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Mahmud below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.

Mahmud Name Meaning

Arabic, Persian, Pashto, Bengali, Indonesian, MalayMeans "praiseworthy" in Arabic, from the same root as Muhammad. This was the name of the first Muslim ruler of India (11th century). It was also borne by two Ottoman...

Origin: ArabicGender: Boy
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