Haamida
Haamida is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “She who praises God”.
| Meaning | She who praises God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حامدة |
| Pronunciation | HAH-mi-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, North Africa |
Meaning and origin of Haamida
Haamida is the feminine of Ḥāmid and describes a woman who praises God and gives Him thanks. Its root is the one behind ḥamd, the praise with which Surat al-Fātiḥa begins, so the name echoes words Muslims recite in every prayer. It is often spelled Hamida as well. A famous historical bearer was Hamida Banu Begum, mother of the Mughal emperor Akbar, and the name remains in use in South Asia and the Arab world.
Is Haamida a Muslim name?
Haamida means one who praises God, and its root is the same as that of ḥamd, the praise that begins the Fātiḥa.
How popular is Haamida?
Haamida is common in South Asia and North Africa, and Turkey has its own form, Hamide.
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Spellings and variants of Haamida
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Haamida mean?
Haamida means 'She who praises God'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Haamida a Muslim name?
Haamida means one who praises God, and its root is the same as that of ḥamd, the praise that begins the Fātiḥa.
How do you pronounce Haamida?
Haamida is pronounced HAH-mi-dah.
Is Haamida a boy or girl name?
Haamida is usually a girl name.