US Popularity:9694
Origin:Turkish
Meaning:praiseworthy
Mehmet is a well-loved boy’s name that means “praiseworthy.” It is the Turkish form of the Arabic name Muhammad, most famously the name of the prophet and founder of Islam. Mehmet is also the modern Turkish form of the older Mehmed, a given name of numerous Ottoman sultans. Because of this, Mehmet is particularly popular among Muslim parents in Turkey and Bosnia. With its divine associations, regal history, and laudable meaning, Mehmet is sure to inspire baby to live a life of faith, honor, and charity.
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Mehmet Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Mehmet is currently #3139 on The Bump
Boy:Mehmet is currently #1010 on The Bump Boy Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Mehmet is currently #9694 in U.S. births
Boy:Mehmet is currently #3266 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2022
#9694
in 2022
+ 165
from 2021
In comparison to the previous year's data

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