Abdul-Hameed
Abdul-Hameed is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Servant of the Praiseworthy”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Praiseworthy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | عبد الحميد |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-ha-MEED |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Worldwide |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Hameed
Abdul-Hameed means 'servant of the Praiseworthy', from ʿAbd al-Ḥamīd, honouring God as the One who deserves every kind of praise. Two Ottoman rulers, the first and second sultans of that name, carried it, and so did Ibn Bādīs, the Algerian religious reformer. Spellings differ by region, from Abdülhamit in Turkey to Abdul Hameed or Abdul Hamid in South Asia. In daily life it is often shortened to Hameed.
Is Abdul-Hameed a Muslim name?
Abdul-Hameed is built on al-Ḥamīd, and the Quran says: 'Allah is the Free of need, the Praiseworthy (al-Ḥamīd)' (Quran 35:15).
How popular is Abdul-Hameed?
Muslims everywhere use it, with Abdülhamit common in Turkey and Abdelhamid in North Africa.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Hameed mean?
Abdul-Hameed means 'Servant of the Praiseworthy'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Abdul-Hameed a Muslim name?
Abdul-Hameed is built on al-Ḥamīd, and the Quran says: 'Allah is the Free of need, the Praiseworthy (al-Ḥamīd)' (Quran 35:15).
How do you pronounce Abdul-Hameed?
Abdul-Hameed is pronounced ab-dul-ha-MEED.
Is Abdul-Hameed a boy or girl name?
Abdul-Hameed is usually a boy name.