Hamed
Hamed is a Muslim boy name meaning “One who praises God”.
| Meaning | One who praises God |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Arabic (Persian spelling of Ḥāmid) |
| Arabic spelling | حامد |
| Pronunciation | HAH-med |
| Arabic root | ح م د (ḥ-m-d) — to praise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Hamed
Hamed is the usual Iranian spelling of the Arabic name Ḥāmid, 'one who praises'. It comes from the root ḥ-m-d, the same root as Muḥammad, Aḥmad, Maḥmūd and al-ḥamd (praise). Because of this link to the Prophet's own name and to praise of God, it has long been a favourite across the Muslim world, and in Iran it is pronounced with a short e.
Is Hamed a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamed (Hamid) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'one who praises God', from the same root as the name Muhammad.
Is Hamed in the Quran?
The name is not in the Quran, but its root opens the Quran: 'All praise (al-ḥamd) is for Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).
Where is the name Hamed used?
Hamed is the standard spelling in Iran and Afghanistan; Hamid is used more in the Arab world and South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Hamed mean?
Hamed means 'One who praises God'. It comes from Arabic (Persian spelling of Ḥāmid).
Is Hamed a Muslim name?
Yes. Hamed (Hamid) is an Arabic Muslim name meaning 'one who praises God', from the same root as the name Muhammad.
How do you write Hamed in Arabic?
Hamed is written حامد in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Hamed?
Hamed is pronounced HAH-med.
Is Hamed mentioned in the Quran?
The name is not in the Quran, but its root opens the Quran: 'All praise (al-ḥamd) is for Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).