حميد الله

Hamidullah

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Hamidullah is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, South Asian / Afghan compound origin, meaning “Praised by God”.

MeaningPraised by God
GenderBoy
OriginArabic, South Asian / Afghan compound
Written asحميد الله
Pronunciationha-mee-dul-LAH
TraditionMuslim
Used inAfghanistan, Pakistan, India

Meaning and origin of Hamidullah

Hamidullah links Ḥamīd with Allāh, a pattern of compound name that is very typical of Afghanistan, Pakistan and India. People usually take it to mean the one praised by God, or alternatively one who praises God. A celebrated bearer is the scholar Muhammad Hamidullah, born in Hyderabad. He is known for his research on early Islamic history and for translating the Quran into French.

Is Hamidullah a Muslim name?

Hamidullah is a Muslim name made from Arabic words, used chiefly in Afghanistan and South Asia.

How popular is Hamidullah?

Pashtun, Tajik and Urdu-speaking families across Afghanistan, Pakistan and India frequently choose Hamidullah.

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Spellings and variants of Hamidullah

HameedullahHamid UllahHamidulla

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Hamidullah mean?

Hamidullah means 'Praised by God'. It is of Arabic, South Asian / Afghan compound origin.

Is Hamidullah a Muslim name?

Hamidullah is a Muslim name made from Arabic words, used chiefly in Afghanistan and South Asia.

How do you pronounce Hamidullah?

Hamidullah is pronounced ha-mee-dul-LAH.

Is Hamidullah a boy or girl name?

Hamidullah is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.