Hamidah

Origin

Arabic origin - From the root hamid, meaning ‘praiseworthy’. The name Hamidah historically appears in Islamic texts and is common in Muslim communities in Australia, particularly among those with Middle Eastern, South Asian, and North African backgrounds. It is less common in traditional Aboriginal or Māori naming conventions.

Meaning

Praiseworthy or commendable. In Australian English contexts, it is often associated with virtues of commendation and virtue within Muslim cultural expressions.

Pronunciation

/həˈmiːdə/ (Australian English) with stress on the second syllable, pronunciation similar across dialects in Australia. `Huh-MEE-duh.`</string>,”variants”:[“Hamida”,

Variants & Nicknames

Name Days

• None widely observed in Australian religious calendars, but Islamic celebrations such as Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha are significant occasions for girls named Hamidah.
• Islamic New Year (Hijri New Year) - date varies annually.
• Mawlid al-Nabi (Prophet Muhammad’s birthday) - date varies annually.

Name Pairings

Names that pair well with hamidah:

• Amina and Layla
• Sara and Noor-ud-din
• Fatima and Zainab

Fun Facts

• The name Hamidah is often chosen by Australian Muslim families for its spiritual significance.
• In Australian Muslim communities, Hamidah is sometimes used as a middle name to honour religious tradition.
• The name has variants in other languages including Hamida in Persian and Swahili-speaking regions.

Personality Traits

Common traits associated with the name hamidah:

• Virtue
• Praise
• Respectfulness
• Spirituality

Aesthetic Qualities

Elegant and rhythmic in written form, especially in Arabic script. The phonetic pattern is smooth and pleasing, facilitating its reception in multicultural communities.

Geographical Distribution

More common in urban multicultural suburbs of Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, where immigrant communities from Middle Eastern and South Asian backgrounds reside.

Numerological Significance

Name number 9 in numerology, associated with completion, humanitarianism, and idealism, reflecting the virtues of praise and virtue associated with the name.

Astrological Connections

No specific zodiac associations; however, individuals might relate the name to traits of the Virgo or Pisces signs—traits of service, compassion, and spirituality.

Historical Context

The name Hamidah is widely used within Islamic tradition, referencing the attribute of praise and laudability associated with God in Islamic theology (Al-Hamid). In Australia, it is popular among communities with Middle Eastern, North African, South Asian, and Malay backgrounds. Notable Australian figures include Hamidah Hamid (activist), and several community leaders in multicultural Australian society.

Linguistic Adaptability

The name adapts easily into other scripts and languages, including Persian (Hamida), Urdu (حمیذه), and Swahili (Hamida). It also retains its phonetic essence across these variants.

Famous People Named hamidah

• Hamidah Hamid (Community Leader)
• Hamid Bahri (Academic and Writer) - although not Australian, relevant due to cultural connections.
• Princess Hamidah (Historical figure from Asian royal courts, sometimes referenced in migrant stories)

Popularity in Australia