Will my child share the name Mahmood with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 3 UK babies named Mahmood per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Mahmood in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Mahmood becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Mahmood is declining: down 2,909 places since 2020, to #5,137 in 2025. It peaked at #1,253 in 2002.

Is Mahmood a good choice for a distinctive name?

Mahmood is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Mahmood a popular baby name in the United States?

Mahmood does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Mahmood is a distinctive choice, ranked #5137 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Mahmood in their class.

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UK Rank 2025

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About the Name Mahmood

Mahmood has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 1423 places in five years. It was most popular in 2002 at #1253 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Mahmood is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Mahmood in their class.