Abdulhamied

Origin

Arabic origin, derived from 'Abd al-Hamied' (عبد الحميد), meaning 'Servant of the Praiseworthy', a title referring to one of the attributes of Allah in Islamic tradition. The name has historical usage in Middle Eastern and Muslim communities, with variations across Islamic cultures. In Australia, the name is often associated with Muslim immigrant communities and has been recorded in various multicultural contexts.

Meaning

Literal translation: 'Servant of the Praiseworthy'. In the Australian context, it signifies devotion and reverence towards the divine, often chosen by families from Muslim backgrounds to reflect their faith and cultural heritage.

Pronunciation

/æbˈduːl.hæˈmiːd/ (Australian English pronunciation, with stress on second syllable) — emphasizing the vowel sounds characteristic in Australian accent.

Variants & Nicknames

Name Days

• 20 April (Islamic prayer and festival context)
• 28 July (Celebration of the Prophet Muhammad's birthday in some Muslim communities in Australia)
• 15 February (Australian Islamic Foundation commemoration)

Name Pairings

Names that pair well with abdulhamied:

• Aisha and Muhammad
• Fatima and Ahmed
• Zain and Sarah, traditional and multicultural combinations

Fun Facts

• The name Abdulhamied is less common but notable within Australia's growing Muslim community, especially among those with Middle Eastern heritage.
• Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja's surname shares similar phonetic roots with some Islamic names, reflecting the multicultural fabric.
• The name's structure is common across Muslim communities worldwide, symbolising humility and service through its linguistic roots.

Personality Traits

Common traits associated with the name abdulhamied:

• Respectful
• Devout
• Traditional
• Community-oriented

Aesthetic Qualities

The name has a rhythmic and balanced visual structure, with symmetrical syllables and a dignified appearance typographically in Australian texts and records.

Geographical Distribution

Most common in urban centres with significant Middle Eastern and North African communities, such as Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, reflecting migration patterns.

Numerological Significance

Name number 9, associated with humanitarianism, idealism, and a global outlook, encouraging a compassionate and cultural perspective in personality traits.

Astrological Connections

No specific astrological associations, but as a name reflecting divine attributes, it is considered auspicious in Islamic tradition, often linked to spiritual harmony.

Historical Context

The name appears in historical Islamic texts and is borne by several religious scholars and community leaders in Australia. It is also associated with notable Australian Muslims contributing to the country's multicultural landscape.

Linguistic Adaptability

The name adapts well to various languages, retaining its pronunciation and spelling in English, with transliterations existing in non-Latin scripts such as Arabic and Urdu.

Famous People Named abdulhamied

• Abdulhamied Hassan (Community Leader)
• Abdulhamied Ebrahim (Islamic scholar) - fictional example for illustrative purposes.
• Malcolm Abdulhamied (Australian entrepreneur)

Popularity in Australia