Hameeda
Hameeda is a Muslim girl name of Arabic origin, meaning “Worthy of praise”.
| Meaning | Worthy of praise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حميدة |
| Pronunciation | ha-MEE-dah |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Pakistan, India, Afghanistan |
Meaning and origin of Hameeda
Hameeda is how South Asian families write Ḥamīda, the female form of Ḥamīd, praiseworthy. The name describes a woman whose character and conduct deserve praise. A famous historical bearer is Ḥamīda Bānū Begum, whose son was the Mughal emperor Akbar. It is especially familiar among older generations in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan, though it is still given to baby girls today.
Is Hameeda a Muslim name?
Hameeda means praiseworthy and shares the root of the Quran's opening praise, 'All praise is for Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).
How popular is Hameeda?
Hameeda is common in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan, particularly among older generations.
Gifts with the name Hameeda
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Spellings and variants of Hameeda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hameeda mean?
Hameeda means 'Worthy of praise'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Hameeda a Muslim name?
Hameeda means praiseworthy and shares the root of the Quran's opening praise, 'All praise is for Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).
How do you pronounce Hameeda?
Hameeda is pronounced ha-MEE-dah.
Is Hameeda a boy or girl name?
Hameeda is usually a girl name.