Hamdalat
Hamdalat is a Muslim girl name meaning “Saying 'praise be to God'”.
| Meaning | Saying 'praise be to God' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Yoruba, from Arabic ḥamdala |
| Arabic spelling | حمدلة |
| Pronunciation | ham-DAH-laht |
| Arabic root | ح م د (ḥ-m-d) — praise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hamdalat
Hamdalat comes from Arabic ḥamdala, the word for saying al-ḥamdu li-llāh, 'all praise is for God'. Families give it to a girl in thanks for her birth. Amudalat is another Yoruba spelling of the same name, and the root is shared with Muhammad, Ahmad and Hamid.
Is Hamdalat a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamdalat is a Muslim name used by Yoruba Muslims, from the phrase al-ḥamdu li-llāh, praise be to God.
Is Hamdalat in the Quran?
The phrase opens the Quran: 'All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).
Where is the name Hamdalat used?
Used among Yoruba Muslims in south-western Nigeria.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hamdalat mean?
Hamdalat means 'Saying 'praise be to God''. It comes from Yoruba, from Arabic ḥamdala.
Is Hamdalat a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamdalat is a Muslim name used by Yoruba Muslims, from the phrase al-ḥamdu li-llāh, praise be to God.
How do you write Hamdalat in Arabic?
Hamdalat is written حمدلة in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hamdalat?
Hamdalat is pronounced ham-DAH-laht.
Is Hamdalat mentioned in the Quran?
The phrase opens the Quran: 'All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).