About the Name Hamid – Islamic Meaning & Origin
Hamid is a Muslim boy name of arabic origin, meaning "Praiser of Allah, one who praises". This name is widely chosen by Muslim parents in Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and across the Arab world.
The name Hamid starts with the letter "H" and carries a beautiful Islamic meaning reflecting the values of faith, virtue, and righteousness central to Muslim culture. It is currently one of the trending Muslim boy names chosen by modern Islamic families.
"On the Day of Resurrection, you will be called by your names and the names of your fathers, so have good names."
— Abu DawudHamid Name Meaning in English, Urdu & Arabic
Explore the available spelling and meaning of this name in English, Urdu, and Arabic.
Hamid Meaning in English
EnglishHamid
Hamid is an Arabic name meaning 'one who praises Allah' or 'praiseworthy'. It is derived from the root 'h-m-d' which means 'to praise'. The name is closely related to Muhammad and Ahmad. Hamid is one of the names of Allah (Al-Hamid - The Praiseworthy). The name carries the beautiful connotation of gratitude, praise, and devotion to Allah.
Hamid Meaning in Urdu
اردوحامد
حامد عربی نام ہے جس کا مطلب ہے 'اللہ کی تعریف کرنے والا' ہے۔ یہ 'ح م د' سے ماخوذ ہے جس کا مطلب تعریف کرنا ہے۔ یہ نام محمد اور احمد سے قریب ہے۔ حامد اللہ کے ناموں میں سے ایک ہے (الحمید)۔
Hamid Meaning in Arabic
العربيةحَامِد
حامد اسم عربي يعني 'الحامد لله' أو 'الشاكر' و 'المادح'. مشتق من الجذر 'ح م د' الذي يعني المدح والثناء. يرتبط الاسم بمحمد وأحمد. حامد هو أحد أسماء الله الحسنى (الحميد).
Hamid in the Quran – Quranic References
Review the Quranic reference recorded for Hamid below. A reference to a related word or root does not necessarily mean that the exact personal name appears in the Quran.
"الر ۚ كِتَابٌ أَنزَلْنَاهُ إِلَيْكَ لِتُخْرِجَ النَّاسَ مِنَ الظُّلُمَاتِ إِلَى النُّورِ بِإِذْنِ رَبِّهِمْ إِلَىٰ صِرَاطِ الْعَزِيزِ الْحَمِيدِ"
Famous Personalities Named Hamid
Hamid Karzai
Politics
Afghan politician who served as the President of Afghanistan from 2001 to 2014.
Hamid Drake
Music
American jazz drummer and percussionist known for his work in avant-garde jazz and world music.
Hamid Naderi Yeganeh
Mathematics
Iranian mathematician and artist known for creating mathematical art using trigonometric functions.
Islamic Ruling for Hamid
✓ permissibleHamid is a highly recommended Quranic name with beautiful meanings of praise and gratitude.
Scholar Consensus: agreed
Hamid Name Compatibility
Frequently Asked Questions About Hamid
What is the meaning of the name Hamid?
Hamid (حَامِد) is a Muslim boy name that means "Praiser of Allah, one who praises". Hamid is an Arabic name meaning 'one who praises Allah' or 'praiseworthy'. It is derived from the root 'h-m-d' which means 'to praise'. The name is closely related to Muhammad and Ahmad. Hamid is one of the names of Allah (Al-Hamid - The Praiseworthy). The name carries the beautiful connotation of gratitude, praise, and devotion to Allah.
What is the meaning of Hamid in Urdu?
The recorded Urdu spelling of Hamid is "حامد". The listed meaning is "Praiser of Allah, one who praises".
What is the meaning of Hamid in Arabic?
The recorded Arabic spelling of Hamid is "حَامِد". The listed meaning is "Praiser of Allah, one who praises".
Is Hamid a good Islamic name?
Hamid is listed as "permissible" in the available ruling information. Hamid is a highly recommended Quranic name with beautiful meanings of praise and gratitude.
Is Hamid a boy name or a girl name?
Hamid is classified as a boy's name in the available information.
Is Hamid mentioned in the Quran?
A Quranic reference is recorded for Hamid in Surah Ibrahim, Verse 1. Check the reference to determine whether it contains the exact personal name, a related word, or a related root.