Hamda
Hamda is a Muslim girl name meaning “Praise, one who praises”.
| Meaning | Praise, one who praises |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Arabic |
| Arabic spelling | حمدة |
| Pronunciation | HAM-dah |
| Arabic root | ح م د (ḥ-m-d) — to praise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hamda
Hamda is the feminine of Ḥamd, 'praise', from the root that also gives Muḥammad, Aḥmad and al-Ḥamīd. It suggests praising God and being praiseworthy. The name is very popular in the Gulf, especially the UAE, and is also used by Somalis and in East Africa, where the Arabic ḥ is kept in pronunciation.
Is Hamda a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamda is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'praise'. It shares a root with the name Muhammad.
Is Hamda in the Quran?
The root word opens the Quran: 'All praise (al-ḥamd) is for Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).
Where is the name Hamda used?
Common in the UAE and the Gulf, and among Somalis and Swahili speakers.
Gifts with the name Hamda
- Hamda name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Hamda baby gifts (Amazon)
- Islamic baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Hamda
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hamda mean?
Hamda means 'Praise, one who praises'. It comes from Arabic.
Is Hamda a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamda is a Muslim name of Arabic origin meaning 'praise'. It shares a root with the name Muhammad.
How do you write Hamda in Arabic?
Hamda is written حمدة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hamda?
Hamda is pronounced HAM-dah.
Is Hamda mentioned in the Quran?
The root word opens the Quran: 'All praise (al-ḥamd) is for Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).