Hamida
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- Name
- Hamida
- Gender
- Girl name
- Syllables
- 3
Hamida is an Arabic first name that is considered the female form of the name Hamid. Translated, it means in English "the praiseworthy", "the praised", "the praising", "the commendable", or "the grateful". The origin of the name Hamida can be found in Arabic, where it is derived from the word elements ḥamida (حَمِدَ), which means "to praise", "to commend", or "to extol", and ḥāmid (حَامِد), which means "worthy of praise".
What does the name Hamida mean?
Hamida is a female variant of the name Hamid and has a meaning that can be translated into English as "the praiseworthy", "the praised", "the praising", "the commendable", or "the grateful". The name has its roots in Arabic and derives from the word elements ḥamida (حَمِدَ), which means "to praise", "to commend", and "to extol", as well as from ḥāmid (حَامِد), which translates as "worthy of praise". There are various variants of the name, including Hamide, Hamidiye, Hamita, Haameda, Hameedah, Hameeda, Hameida, Hamidah, and Hamideh.
Where does the name Hamida come from?
The name Hamida is of Arabic origin and means among other things "the praised" and "the praiseworthy". The etymology consists of the Arabic terms ḥamida, which means "to praise", "to commend", or "to extol", and ḥāmid, which means "worthy of praise". It is used in the Arabic and Bosnian languages.
How do you pronounce Hamida?
The pronunciation of Hamida is three syllables and characterized by a gentle sound. In German phonetics, the name is usually pronounced as "Ha-mi-da" [haˈmiːda]. It begins with a soft, breathy "H", which gives the name a certain softness. The stressed middle syllable "-mi-" brings brightness to the sound with the long "i", while the final "da" provides a clear yet gentle conclusion. Overall, Hamida conveys a warm and harmonious impression – soft at the beginning and stable at the end.
Popularity
In Germany, Hamida is a relatively common first name, currently ranking 4,045th on the list of most popular female first names. Its best placement was in 2011, when it reached 1,649th place. In the past ten years, Hamida has been given about 80 times, placing it 2,775th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 2,804th.
Similar first names
Famous people
- Hamida Naboosa (Ugandan musician)
- Hamida Omarova (actress)
Frequently asked questions about the name Hamida
What is the origin of the name Hamida?
Hamida has Arabic roots and is also used in the Bosnian language.
What does the name Hamida mean?
Hamida means 'the praiseworthy', 'the praised', or 'the grateful' and is derived from the Arabic words that mean 'to praise' and 'to commend'.
How popular is the name Hamida?
The popularity of the name Hamida varies by region but is particularly widespread in Arabic and Muslim communities.