Lamido
Lamido is a Muslim boy name meaning “Ruler, emir”.
| Meaning | Ruler, emir |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Fulfulde (Fulani) |
| Pronunciation | lah-MEE-doh |
| Muslim name? | Used by Muslims |
Meaning and origin of Lamido
Lamido comes from the Fulfulde word laamiiɗo, 'ruler', the title of Fulani emirs, as in the Lamido of Adamawa. Fulani emirates were founded across northern Nigeria and Cameroon during the 19th-century jihad of Usman dan Fodio, and the title became a given name and surname. Sule Lamido, former governor of Jigawa State, carries it.
Is Lamido a Muslim name?
Lamido is a Fulani word for 'ruler', not an Arabic name, and it is used by Muslim Fulani and Hausa families.
Where is the name Lamido used?
Used among Fulani and Hausa Muslims in Nigeria and northern Cameroon.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lamido mean?
Lamido means 'Ruler, emir'. It comes from Fulfulde (Fulani).
Is Lamido a Muslim name?
Lamido is a Fulani word for 'ruler', not an Arabic name, and it is used by Muslim Fulani and Hausa families.
How do you pronounce Lamido?
Lamido is pronounced lah-MEE-doh.