Hamida
Arabic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Hamida
The given name 'Hamida' is derived from the Arabic language, meaning 'praiseworthy' or 'worthy of praise'.
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Etymology
The given name 'Hamida' is derived from the Arabic language, meaning 'praiseworthy' or 'worthy of praise'. It is commonly used in Islamic cultures, particularly in South Asia and the Middle East, and has been borne by several notable historical figures, including Hamida Banu Begum, the wife of Mughal Emperor Humayun.
Hamida currently ranks #2,744 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1980.
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