Midhat
Midhat is a Muslim boy name of Arabic, via Turkish and Bosnian origin, meaning “Praise, commendation”.
| Meaning | Praise, commendation |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic, via Turkish and Bosnian |
| Written as | مدحت |
| Pronunciation | MID-hat |
| Tradition | Muslim |
| Used in | Turkey, Balkans, Egypt |
Meaning and origin of Midhat
Midhat goes back to the Arabic midḥa, meaning praise, from the root m-d-ḥ. The -t at the end reflects how Ottoman Turkish pronounced the Arabic feminine ending. That history explains why the name is so widespread in Turkey, Bosnia and Egypt. It became well known through Midhat Pasha, the Ottoman reformer who drafted the empire's first constitution in the nineteenth century.
Is Midhat a Muslim name?
Midhat comes from Arabic and means praise, and Muslims in Turkey, Bosnia and Egypt use it most.
How popular is Midhat?
Found in Turkey (as Mithat), Bosnia and Egypt (as Medhat).
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Spellings and variants of Midhat
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Midhat mean?
Midhat means 'Praise, commendation'. It is of Arabic, via Turkish and Bosnian origin.
Is Midhat a Muslim name?
Midhat comes from Arabic and means praise, and Muslims in Turkey, Bosnia and Egypt use it most.
How do you pronounce Midhat?
Midhat is pronounced MID-hat.
Is Midhat a boy or girl name?
Midhat is usually a boy name.