Xamdi
Xamdi is a Muslim unisex name meaning “Of praise, praiseworthy”.
| Meaning | Of praise, praiseworthy |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Arabic, Somali spelling |
| Arabic spelling | حمدي |
| Pronunciation | HAHM-dee |
| Arabic root | ح م د (ḥ-m-d) — praise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Xamdi
Xamdi is the Somali spelling of Ḥamdī, from ḥamd, 'praise' of God, with the ending -ī. Among Somalis it is mostly a girl's name, while in Egypt, Turkey and the Levant Hamdi is usually a boy's name. It shares its root with Muḥammad and with al-ḥamdu lillāh.
Is Xamdi a Muslim name?
Yes. Xamdi (Hamdi) is a Muslim name from the Arabic word for praise. Somalis give it to girls; elsewhere it is often a boy's name.
Is Xamdi in the Quran?
Its root opens the Quran: 'All praise (al-ḥamd) is for Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).
Where is the name Xamdi used?
Popular for Somali girls; used for boys in Egypt, Turkey and the Arab world.
Gifts with the name Xamdi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Xamdi mean?
Xamdi means 'Of praise, praiseworthy'. It comes from Arabic, Somali spelling.
Is Xamdi a Muslim name?
Yes. Xamdi (Hamdi) is a Muslim name from the Arabic word for praise. Somalis give it to girls; elsewhere it is often a boy's name.
How do you write Xamdi in Arabic?
Xamdi is written حمدي in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Xamdi?
Xamdi is pronounced HAHM-dee.
Is Xamdi mentioned in the Quran?
Its root opens the Quran: 'All praise (al-ḥamd) is for Allah, Lord of the worlds' (Quran 1:2).