Mahmood
Meaning of Mahmood
The name Mahmood is a distinguished male name of Arabic origin, pronounced as mah-MOOD (/mɑːˈmuːd/). It means "praised" or "one who is commended," reflecting a sense of respect and admiration. Variations of the name include Mahmud and Mahmut. While not extremely common in the United States, Mahmood has consistently appeared in records over the years, with its highest occurrence in 1990 when it ranked 4168th. The name carries cultural significance in many Islamic countries and is often associated with historical figures, scholars, and leaders who have made notable contributions to society.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as mah-MOOD (/mɑːˈmuːd/)
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Notable People Named Mahmood
| Mahmood Mamdani is an Indian-born Ugandan academic, author, and political commentator, currently serving as the Chancellor of Kampala International University, Uganda. |
| Alessandro Mahmoud, also known as Mahmood, is an Italian singer-songwriter who gained fame through The X Factor and won the Sanremo Music Festival twice. |
| Mahmood Farooqui is an Indian writer, performer, and director known for reviving the ancient art of Urdu storytelling called Dastangoi, for which he was awarded the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Pursakar in 2010. |
| Mahmood Ali-Balogun is a Nigerian filmmaker, cultural worker, and managing director of Brickwall Communications Limited, known for directing the award-winning film 'Tango With Me' and serving as the Chairman of the Audio Visual Rights Society (AVRS) of Nigeria. |
| Mohammed Mahmood Ali is an Indian politician who served as the Deputy Chief Minister of Telangana and held key ministerial positions in the state government. |
| Mahmood Abo Shandi, a former Colonel in Fatah, was deported from Canada due to his militant connections. |
