Muhammad’s Rise: Europe’s Demographic Shift and the Left’s Paradox, By Richard Miller (Londonistan)
A recent Daily Mail report revealed a striking trend: in Austria, the naming of baby boys after the Prophet Muhammad (or its variants like Mohammed, Mohammad, Mohamed, Mohamad) has surged 700% since 2000, with one in 200 boys now bearing the name, up from one in 1,670. Across Europe, from Belgium (1% of boys) to England and Wales (3%, with peaks at 9% in some areas), this naming trend signals a deeper demographic shift: the growing Muslim population. But what does this mean for Europe's future? If every male were named Muhammad, a hyperbolic scenario, would the political Left celebrate, or would it spell their ideological demise through "self-negation by mass immigration"?
The data is clear: Muslim populations in Europe are rising, driven by immigration, higher birth rates, and cultural naming practices. The Daily Mail's audit, covering 11 European countries, shows Muhammad (and its variants) as a top boys' name in 2024, with England and Wales crowning it number one for the second year running (5,721 boys named Muhammad alone, up 23% from 2023). Belgium (1%), France (0.87%), and the Netherlands (0.7%) follow, while Poland remains an outlier at 0.01%, reflecting its strict anti-migration stance.
Pew Research's 2017 projections estimated Europe's Muslim population at 4.9% (30 million), potentially doubling to 11.2% by 2025 under a "medium migration" scenario. By 2050, even with zero migration, Muslims could reach 7.4% due to higher fertility rates (2.6 children per Muslim woman vs. 1.6 for non-Muslims). High-migration scenarios project up to 14% (75 million). The UK's 2021 census confirms this trend: Muslims grew from 1.5 million (2001) to nearly 4 million, doubling in 20 years. Austria, with 8% Muslim population by 2016, likely exceeds 10% now, fuelling the 700% naming surge.
Cultural factors amplify this. Naming boys after Muhammad is a cherished tradition among Muslims, especially those of Pakistani, Bangladeshi, or Indian descent, who see it as a blessing. Figures like Mohamed Salah, the Liverpool FC star, boost its popularity. But the name's rise isn't just cultural, it's a proxy for demographic growth, as migration from Muslim-majority countries (e.g., Syria, Afghanistan) and higher birth rates reshape Europe's identity.
The idea of "every male named Mohammad" is a rhetorical exaggeration, but it invites us to imagine a Europe where Muslim populations dominate demographically. If current trends persist, high migration, 2.6 fertility rates vs. 1.6 for non-Muslims, Muslims could approach majority status in some countries by 2100 under high-migration models (e.g., 30-50% in France or Sweden). Naming trends would reflect this: if 9% of boys in parts of England are Muhammad now, urban centres could see 20-30% in a generation.
Would the Left be happy? The Left champions multiculturalism and the Great White Replacement, viewing diversity as a strength and migration as a humanitarian imperative. A Europe with a dominant Muslim demographic might seem like a triumph of inclusivity, proof that borders can't stifle cultural exchange. Yet, this assumes Muslim communities adopt Left-wing values like secularism, gender equality, or progressive social policies. Data suggests otherwise: Pew's 2017 surveys found that 40-60% of European Muslims prioritise religious law over secular law on issues like family or morality, clashing with Left-wing ideals of individual liberty or feminism.
The provocative claim — "self-negation by mass immigration" — suggests the Left's open-border policies could undermine its own ideology. If Muslim populations grow significantly, their conservative social values (e.g., traditional gender roles, religious governance) will overshadow progressive priorities. In Germany, for instance, 73% of Muslims surveyed in 2016 supported sharia in some contexts, compared to the Left's push for secular governance. In the UK, areas with high Muslim populations (e.g., Tower Hamlets, 9% Muhammad names) already see tensions over issues like LGBTQ+ education, challenging progressive norms.
This isn't a "plan" but a consequence of competing visions. The Left's embrace of multiculturalism ignores integration challenges. Poland's resistance to EU migration quotas, as voiced by former PM Mateusz Morawiecki, reflects fears that rapid demographic shifts could "destroy" local culture. Meanwhile, the Left's silence on these tensions, fearing accusations of Islamophobia, creates a blind spot. If Muslim populations dominate, the Left might face a Europe where its secular, progressive framework is outvoted by culturally conservative majorities, effectively negating its influence.
High migration without robust assimilation risks parallel communities, as seen in parts of France or Sweden, where social cohesion frays. The Left's reluctance to critique cultural incompatibilities, e.g., honour-based violence or religious separatism, fuels populist backlash, logically enough.
If migration continues unchecked, Europe could shift toward demographics less aligned with progressive values, challenging the Left's insane woke vision.
Will the Left be happy if Muhammad dominates? Short-term, maybe, diversity goals met. Long-term, no, if cultural shifts erode their ideological power base. Europe's 700% naming surge is a wake-up call: demographic change is real, and ignoring its implications risks a future neither Left nor Right intended.
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