Mohamud is of Arabic origin, meaning "praise" or "laud." It is a unique and distinctive name, often favored for its cultural significance and pleasant sound. Pronounced as /moʊˈhæməd/, it consists of three syllables with the stress on the second syllable. Mohamud is not widely popular in English-speaking countries but is commonly used in parts of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, particularly among Muslim communities.
Mohamud saw its popularity peak in the late 2010s with a high of 17 births recorded in both 2013 and 2017. However, it has since declined, dropping to just 5 births in 2022. Overall, Mohamud has seen a total of 251 births between 1999 and 2023.