Humaid
Humaid is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Praised; little praised one”.
| Meaning | Praised; little praised one |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Written as | حميد |
| Pronunciation | hoo-MAYD |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Uae, Gulf States |
Meaning and origin of Humaid
Humaid is the diminutive form Ḥumayd, built on the root ḥ-m-d, praise. The same root gives the names Muhammad, Ahmad and Hamid, so Humaid belongs to a well-loved family of names. Ḥumayd al-Ṭawīl was a well-known narrator of hadith in the early period. Today the name remains popular in the Gulf, especially in the UAE, where it has a long local history.
Is Humaid a Muslim name?
Humaid means praised, and its root opens the Quran: 'All praise is due to God, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).
How popular is Humaid?
It is especially common in the UAE and other Gulf states.
Gifts with the name Humaid
- Humaid name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Humaid baby gifts (Amazon)
- Muslim baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Humaid
Names similar to Humaid
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Humaid mean?
Humaid means 'Praised; little praised one'. It is of Arabic origin.
Is Humaid a Muslim name?
Humaid means praised, and its root opens the Quran: 'All praise is due to God, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).
How do you pronounce Humaid?
Humaid is pronounced hoo-MAYD.
Is Humaid a boy or girl name?
Humaid is usually a boy name.