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Algorithm's Name Traced to 9th-Century Persian Mathematician

Published Thursday, June 11, 2026 · Updated June 11

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The word "algorithm" has its origins in the name of the 9th-century Persian mathematician Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi. This etymological connection highlights the ancient mathematical roots of a term now central to modern technology and society.

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  • The word "algorithm" is derived from the Latin take on the name of the 9th-century Persian mathematician Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi.

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  • NPRCenter

    NPR's "Word of the Week" series provides a historical and etymological exploration of the term "algorithm," connecting its ancient mathematical roots to its modern-day significance in technology and society.

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