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HamidIslamic Male Arabic name meaning

Praised, Commendable

Pronunciation: HAH-mid

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Name
Hamid
Meaning
Praised, Commendable
Origin
Arabic
Religion
Islamic
Language
Arabic, Urdu, Persian, Hindi, English, Pashto
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
HAH-mid
Lucky Number
7
7
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Arabic
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Hamid mean?

Hamid is a male name from Arabic origin meaning "Praised". It is used in Islamic naming contexts and appears in English, Urdu, Arabic, Hindi, Pashto. Pronunciation: HAH-mid. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Translation

Meaning in Urdu

🇵🇰Urdu

حامد

خیر سے ملازمتے ہوئے اللہ کی حمد کی نذر ہیں، ان کے لیے اللہ کی بھلائی کا خاصہ ہیں، ان کی بندگی کے ذریعہ اللہ کی بھلائی کا خاصہ ہیں

Source Language

Meaning in Arabic

Arabic is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

حامد

المحمدون الحامدين للله، أصحاب الخير والبركة، ذوي القدرة والجلال

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

HAH-mid

IPA

/ˈhɑːmɪd/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Arabic

Language Usage

EnglishUrduArabicHindiPashto

Religion

Islamic Name Context

Hamid is listed as a islamic male name with Arabic origin. Its meaning is Praised. Category: Islamic.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

7

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GreenWhite

Lucky Stone

Emerald

Life Path Number

9

Numerology meaning: Represents spirituality, wisdom, and destiny-driven strength.

Personality

Personality Traits

BraveJustD = Dutiful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

a name for those who strive to please Allah and seek His praises

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name 'Hamid' carries a rich cultural significance as it is an Arabic name with roots in Islamic tradition. In many Muslim communities, it is believed that naming a child with a name of God brings blessings and great honor. Choosing the name 'Hamid' for a child highlights the parents' deep reverence and admiration for Allah, the supreme deity in Islam.
From a spiritual perspective, the name 'Hamid' holds deep significance for Muslims as it is also a divine name for Allah. In Islamic theology, Allah is known as Al-Hamid, the All-Praised. Carrying this name is said to remind the bearer of the exalted status of Allah, and to inspire an attitude of constant praise and devotion towards the Almighty. It serves as a daily reminder of the ultimate source of all blessings and gratitude.

Traditional Islamic naming context — Traditional Islamic name with deep spiritual significance in Islamic culture

Historical Usage

Historical References

Ibn Kathir's 'Al-Bidayah wa'l-Nihayah' records the caliphate of Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah (996-1021 AD), who was also known as 'Abul-Qasim Al-Hakim bi-Amr Allah'. He is famous for his extraordinary patronage of scholars and his construction of many public works. One of his high-ranking officials was named Hamid al-Din Al-Jawaliqi (d. 1038 AD). Hamid al-Din was a prominent scholar and a trusted adviser of Al-Hakim.

10th-11th century AD

Ibn Ishak's 'Sirat Rasul Allah' describes the life of Prophet Muhammad (570-632 AD) and records the names of his companions. One of them was named Hamidah bint Utbah ibn Rabi'ah ibn Abi Sufyan. Hamidah was known for her generosity and piety. She was a prominent woman of Quraish tribe who embraced Islam and accompanied the Prophet during the Hijrah (migration) to Medina.

7th century AD

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Hamid Ansari (Indian journalist)Hamid Karzai (Former President of Afghanistan)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Hamid

The praisers of Allah, those who praise Allah, those who praise Allah, those who praise Allah, those who praise Allah, those who praise Allah, those who praise Allah, those who praise Allah, those who praise Allah, those who praise Allah

🇵🇰Urdu

حامد

خیر سے ملازمتے ہوئے اللہ کی حمد کی نذر ہیں، ان کے لیے اللہ کی بھلائی کا خاصہ ہیں، ان کی بندگی کے ذریعہ اللہ کی بھلائی کا خاصہ ہیں

🇸🇦Arabic

حامد

المحمدون الحامدين للله، أصحاب الخير والبركة، ذوي القدرة والجلال

🇮🇳Hindi

हरम

लोक प्रशंसा करने वालों, खुशहाली और धन के दाताओं, जिन्हें अल्लाह का धन्यवाद मिलता है, जिन्हें अल्लाह का धन्यवाद मिलता है, जिन्हें अल्लाह का धन्यवाद मिलता है, जिन्हें अल्लाह का धन्यवाद मिलता है, जिन्हें अल्लाह का धन्यवाद मिलता है, जिन्हें अल्लाह का धन्यवाद मिलता है, जिन्हें अल्लाह का धन्यवाद मिलता है, जिन्हें अल्लाह का धन्यवाद मिलता है, जिन्हें अल्लाह का धन्यवाद मिलता है

🇦🇫Pashto

حامد

ځانګړی واکمنو، له لویو په پرانو، له د لوړو برکته په پرانو، له پخوانیو په پرانو، له پخوانیو په پرانو، له پخوانیو په پرانو، له پخوانیو په پرانو، له پخوانیو په پرانو، له پخوانیو په پرانو، له پخوانیو په پرانو

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