Mehdi

Mehdi: name meaning, origin and popularity

Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmɛdiː/

Meaning and origin of Mehdi

  • A male given name from Persian.

How popular is Mehdi?

27U.S. babies in 2025
#2523peak rank (1979)
1,024babies since 1880

Since 1880, 1,024 boys in the U.S. have been named Mehdi. Its highest rank for boys was #2523 in 1979. In 2025, 27 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

1880192019602000202537 peak/yr
U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Mehdi FAQ

What does the name Mehdi mean?

A male given name from Persian.

What is the origin of the name Mehdi?

Mehdi is listed as a name of Persian origin.

How popular is the name Mehdi?

Since 1880, 1,024 boys in the U.S. have been named Mehdi. Its highest rank for boys was #2523 in 1979. In 2025, 27 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Mehdi a boy or girl name?

Mehdi is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,024 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.