Tahmid

male

Origin

Arabic - From the root 'h-m-d' meaning 'praise, commendation'. The name Tahmid derives from 'Al-Ḥamd', meaning 'praise be to God'. It is common in Muslim communities worldwide, including in Australia among the Arabic-speaking and Muslim populations. Traditionally, it appears in religious texts and is used to express gratitude and commendation.

Meaning

Literal translation: 'Praise' or 'Thanks'. In Australian contexts, Tahmid reflects an expression of gratitude or commendation, often associated with religious or cultural practices.

Pronunciation

/tɑːhˈmiːd/ (Australian English pronunciation with emphasis on the second syllable) ,"Traits":["Spiritual and thankful","Respectful and devout","Culturally aware"],"famous":["Tahmid Hossain (Australian Muslim community leader)","Tahmid Rahman (Australian athlete)"],

Variants & Nicknames

Variants

  • Tahmood
  • Tahmid
  • Tameed

Nicknames

  • Tahmi
  • Tahi
  • Mido

Name Days

  • 28 December (Eid al-Fitr, when Muslims worldwide give thanks)
  • 9 September (Day of Arafah, significant in Islamic tradition)
  • 1 Shawwal (Islamic month celebration marking Eid al-Fitr)

Name Pairings

Names that pair well with tahmid:

  • Ahmed and Tahmid
  • Sara and Tahmid
  • Omar and Tahmid

Fun Facts

  • The name Tahmid is often used in Islamic prayers and chants, especially in the phrase 'Allahu Akbar wa Tahmid' (God is Great and Praised).
  • In Australia, Tahmid is a popular name among the Australian Muslim community, reflecting a blend of cultural heritage.
  • The name appears in various poetic and religious texts across Muslim-majority countries and communities.

Personality Traits

Common traits associated with the name tahmid:

  • Respectful
  • Spiritual
  • Grateful
  • Devout

Aesthetic Qualities

Elegant and meaningful, with a balanced phonetic structure that appeals aesthetically in Australian English written forms, often used in both formal and informal contexts.

Geographical Distribution

Most common among Muslim communities in major Australian cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, reflecting the dispersed presence of Islamic populations.

Numerological Significance

Name number 3 (based on Pythagorean numerology), associated with creativity, communication, and expressive capabilities in astrology and numerology practices.

Astrological Connections

Corresponds with the Sun in Leo or Sagittarius in astrology, representing confidence, generosity, and leadership qualities, often associated with name's positive traits.

Historical Context

Tahmid has historical roots in the Islamic tradition, often used in religious contexts across the Middle East, South Asia, and among global Muslim communities, including in Australia where it symbolizes faith and gratitude.

Linguistic Adaptability

The name adapts well across languages, retaining its phonetic essence in English, Arabic, Urdu, and Malay scripts, often transliterated with minor variations.

Famous People Named tahmid

  • Tahmid Hossain (community leader)
  • Tahmid Rahman (social activist)
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Popularity in Australia

Year Count
2016 1
2014 2