noun Uncommon

Ahmad

AH-mad

Ahmad (noun) means a male given name of Arabic or Persian origin, meaning "most praiseworthy.". Example: “Ahmad moved to London when he was twelve.”

noun

A male given name of Arabic or Persian origin, meaning "most praiseworthy."

"Ahmad moved to London when he was twelve."

A surname derived from the same Arabic or Persian root.

"She married a man named Ahmad."

How to Use Ahmad

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA common Muslim first name and surname meaning "most praiseworthy," related to Ahmed and Muhammad.

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Etymology

From Arabic أَحْمَد (ahmad), a superlative form of حَمِيد (hamid, "praiseworthy"); also used in Persian.

Origin: Arabic

Frequently Asked Questions

What does “Ahmad” mean?

The word “Ahmad” means a male given name of Arabic or Persian origin, meaning "most praiseworthy.". In plain terms, a common Muslim first name and surname meaning "most praiseworthy," related to Ahmed and Muhammad.

How do you pronounce “Ahmad”?

“Ahmad” is pronounced AH-mad (/ˈɑː.mæd/ in IPA).

How do you use “Ahmad” in a sentence?

Here is “Ahmad” used in a sentence: “Ahmad moved to London when he was twelve.”

What part of speech is “Ahmad”?

“Ahmad” is a noun.

Where does the word “Ahmad” come from?

The word “Ahmad” comes from Arabic. From Arabic أَحْمَد (ahmad), a superlative form of حَمِيد (hamid, "praiseworthy"); also used in Persian.

Is “Ahmad” a common word?

“Ahmad” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “Ahmad” have?

“Ahmad” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a male given name of Arabic or Persian origin, meaning "most praiseworthy.".

What is the difference between Ahmad as a first name and as a surname?

Ahmad is used both as a masculine given name and as a family surname, both derived from the same Arabic or Persian root; its position within a full name usually distinguishes the two.

What is the origin of the name Ahmad?

Ahmad originates from Arabic or Persian and is traditionally understood to mean "most praiseworthy."

Are Ahmad and Ahmed the same name?

Yes, "Ahmad" and "Ahmed" are common alternate transliterations of the same Arabic name into English, differing only in spelling convention.

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