Hamid
Hamid is a boy's name of Arabic origin.
Meaning
Praiseworthy, praised, or commendable.
Origin and history
Hamid is a masculine name of Arabic origin that means praised or praiseworthy. It is one of the foundational Quranic names and holds deep cultural significance in Islamic traditions worldwide. In the United States, it remains a modest yet steadily used choice among Muslim families.
Popularity in the United States
928 babies in the United States have been named Hamid since 1880. It ranks #3750 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1811.
States where it is most popular
- NY (47.9 %)
- CA (35.1 %)
- PA (11.7 %)
- NJ (5.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 5 |
| 1970-1980 | 84 |
| 1980-1990 | 171 |
| 1990-2000 | 163 |
| 2000-2010 | 191 |
| 2010-2019 | 198 |
| 2020-2029 | 116 |
Famous people named Hamid
- Hamid Karzai: Politician, President
- Hamid Drake: Musician, Drummer
Fun facts
- The name shares its triconsonantal root H-M-D with other prominent Arabic names like Muhammad, Ahmad, and Mahmud.
- Though rare in the U.S. overall, Hamid is widely recognized across North Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, and Central Asia.