Mahmud bursts onto the scene like the first rays of a tropical dawn, carrying the Arabic promise of being “praiseworthy,” a title as luminous as a desert sunrise. Tracing its lineage to classical Arabic, each syllable—mah-MOOD—rolls off the tongue like sun-warmed olives. Mahmud could stroll down cobblestone streets in Seville or dance salsa beneath Cartagena’s starlit sky, gathering admiration like wildflowers after a spring rain—he might not demand tapas at dawn, but he’ll definitely earn a standing ovation before the café con leche arrives. Rooted in honor and radiating charm, the name weaves ancient tradition with a modern beat, blending proud heritage with the warmth of a Latin fiesta. For parents seeking a moniker that shouts celebration with the enthusiasm of a tambourine’s rhythm, Mahmud stands ready to pen a vibrant narrative of praise.
| Mahmud II - | 
| Mahmud of Ghazni - | 
| Mahmud Shevket Pasha - | 
| Mahmud al-Kashgari - | 
| Mahmud Tarzi - | 
| Mahmud Dramali Pasha - | 
| Mahmud of Terengganu - | 
| Mahmud Bayazidi - | 
| Mahmud Yunus - | 
| Mahmud Muhtar Pasha - | 
| Mahmud Tukur - | 
| Mahmud Kâmil Pasha - | 
| Mahmud Shinkafi - |