Abdul-Hamid
Abdul-Hamid is a Muslim boy name meaning “Servant of the Praiseworthy”.
| Meaning | Servant of the Praiseworthy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | عبد الحميد |
| Pronunciation | ab-dul-ha-MEED |
| Arabic root | ح م د (ḥ-m-d) — to praise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Abdul-Hamid
ʿAbd al-Ḥamīd means 'servant of the Praiseworthy', al-Ḥamīd being the Name of God who deserves all praise. It was a famous name in Ottoman history, borne by Sultans Abdülhamid I and II, and by the Algerian reformer ʿAbd al-Ḥamīd ibn Bādīs. The name is used throughout the Muslim world.
Is Abdul-Hamid a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Hamid is an Islamic name meaning 'servant of the Praiseworthy', a Name of Allah.
Is Abdul-Hamid in the Quran?
'And know that Allah is Free of need and Praiseworthy (Ḥamīd)' (Quran 2:267).
Where is the name Abdul-Hamid used?
Common across the Muslim world; Abdülhamit in Turkey, Abdul Hameed in South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Abdul-Hamid mean?
Abdul-Hamid means 'Servant of the Praiseworthy'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Abdul-Hamid a Muslim name?
Yes. Abdul-Hamid is an Islamic name meaning 'servant of the Praiseworthy', a Name of Allah.
How do you write Abdul-Hamid in Arabic?
Abdul-Hamid is written عبد الحميد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Abdul-Hamid?
Abdul-Hamid is pronounced ab-dul-ha-MEED.
Is Abdul-Hamid mentioned in the Quran?
'And know that Allah is Free of need and Praiseworthy (Ḥamīd)' (Quran 2:267).