حميدة

Hameeda

girlArabic

Hameeda is a Muslim girl name meaning “Praiseworthy”.

MeaningPraiseworthy
GenderGirl
OriginArabic
Arabic spellingحميدة
Pronunciationha-MEE-dah
Arabic rootح م د (ḥ-m-d) — to praise
Muslim name?Islamic / Arabic name

Meaning and origin of Hameeda

Hameeda is the South Asian spelling of Ḥamīda, the feminine of Ḥamīd, 'praiseworthy'. It describes a woman of praiseworthy character. Ḥamīda Bānū Begum, mother of the Mughal emperor Akbar, is a well-known historical bearer.

Is Hameeda a Muslim name?

Yes. Hameeda is a Muslim girls' name meaning 'praiseworthy'.

Is Hameeda in the Quran?

Its root opens the Quran: 'All praise is for Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).

Where is the name Hameeda used?

Common in Pakistan, India and Afghanistan, especially in older generations.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Hameeda mean?

Hameeda means 'Praiseworthy'. It comes from Arabic.

Is Hameeda a Muslim name?

Yes. Hameeda is a Muslim girls' name meaning 'praiseworthy'.

How do you write Hameeda in Arabic?

Hameeda is written حميدة in Arabic script.

How do you pronounce Hameeda?

Hameeda is pronounced ha-MEE-dah.

Is Hameeda mentioned in the Quran?

Its root opens the Quran: 'All praise is for Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.