Ahmed
Meaning of Ahmed
The name Ahmed is a male given name of Arabic origin, pronounced AH-med (/ˈɑːmɛd/). It is widely used in the Muslim world and holds significant cultural and religious importance. The name means "highly praised" or "one who constantly thanks God," reflecting its deep spiritual roots. Variations of the name include Ahmad and Ahmet, which are also common in various regions. In the United States, Ahmed has been steadily gaining popularity since the mid-20th century, with notable occurrences each year. As of 2023, it ranks at 648th place among newborns. This timeless name carries a rich heritage and is often associated with individuals who embody gratitude and praise.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as AH-med (/ˈɑːmɛd/)
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Notable People Named Ahmed
| Ahmed Raza Khan Barelvi, also known as Ala Hazrat, was an influential Indian Islamic scholar, theologian, and poet, credited with founding the Barelvi movement and the Razvi branch of the Qadri Sufi order. |
| Ahmed III, son of Sultan Mehmed IV, was the Ottoman Empire's sultan and was known for his reign during the Tulip Era. |
| Ahmed Ben Bella was an Algerian politician, soldier, and socialist revolutionary who served as the first president of Algeria from 1963 to 1965. |
| Ahmed Hassan Zewail was an Egyptian and American chemist, known as the "father of femtochemistry" and the first Egyptian and Arab to win a Nobel Prize in a scientific field. |
| Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Al Saud is a member of the House of Saud and a former deputy minister of interior who was detained in 2020 on charges of treason by his brother and nephew, King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. |
| Ahmed Urabi - Ahmed ʻUrabi, also known as Ahmed Ourabi or Orabi Pasha, was an Egyptian military officer who led the ʻUrabi revolt against the administration of Khedive Tewfik and was later exiled to British Ceylon. |
| Ahmed Mohamed El Hassan was a Sudanese professor of pathology. |
| Ahmed Mohammed Haroun is a Sudanese politician wanted by the International Criminal Court for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Darfur, and has held various government positions despite international pressure. |
| Ahmed Hegazi is an Egyptian professional footballer who plays as a centre-back for Al-Ittihad and the Egypt national team. |
| Ahmed Maiteeq - Ahmed Omar Maiteeg is a Libyan businessman and politician who served as Prime Minister of Libya in 2014. |
| Ahmed Adly is an Egyptian chess Grandmaster, the first Egyptian and youngest African to achieve the Grandmaster title. |
| Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum is a prominent Emirati businessman and member of Dubai's ruling Al Maktoum family, serving as the president of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, CEO and founder of the Emirates Group, and chairman of Dubai World. |
| Ahmed Januzi is an Albanian professional footballer known for his role as a striker for Kosovar club Dukagjini and his previous appearances with the Albania national team. |
| Ahmed Jan Thirakwa - Ustad Ahmed Jan Khan "Thirakwa" was a renowned Indian tabla player and influential percussionist in the history of Indian Classical Music. |
| Ahmed Mohamed Abdulla is a Saudi Arabian footballer known for his role as a central midfielder for Barking. |
