The guided one
In Islamic tradition, Mahdi is a title referring to the 'Rightly Guided One' who is expected to appear before the Day of Judgment to bring justice to the world. It is a significant spiritual name across the Muslim world, symbolizing hope and divine guidance. While it functions as a title in theology, it has been used as a personal given name for centuries.
Less common today
Mahdi isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,603 in 2024.
Yemeni political figure
Iraqi professional footballer
Prominent Lebanese philosopher and writer
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).