Xamdiya
Xamdiya is a Muslim girl name meaning “Praiseworthy, of praise”.
| Meaning | Praiseworthy, of praise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Somali spelling of Arabic Ḥamdiyya |
| Arabic spelling | حمدية |
| Pronunciation | ham-DEE-yah |
| Arabic root | ح م د (ḥ-m-d) — to praise |
| Muslim name? | Islamic / Arabic name |
Meaning and origin of Xamdiya
Xamdiya is the Somali spelling of Ḥamdiyya, a feminine name from ḥamd, 'praise'. Somali writes the Arabic ḥ with the letter x, so Hamdiya becomes Xamdiya. The name belongs to the same family as Muhammad, Ahmad and Hamda, all built on the idea of praise.
Is Xamdiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Xamdiya is a Muslim name, the Somali spelling of Hamdiya, meaning 'of praise'.
Where is the name Xamdiya used?
Used by Somalis; Hamdiya is found in Sudan, Egypt and the Levant.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Xamdiya mean?
Xamdiya means 'Praiseworthy, of praise'. It comes from Somali spelling of Arabic Ḥamdiyya.
Is Xamdiya a Muslim name?
Yes. Xamdiya is a Muslim name, the Somali spelling of Hamdiya, meaning 'of praise'.
How do you write Xamdiya in Arabic?
Xamdiya is written حمدية in Arabic script.
How do you pronounce Xamdiya?
Xamdiya is pronounced ham-DEE-yah.