hamidah

Hamidah is a feminine given name of Arabic origin. It is derived from the root H-M-D, meaning to praise, and the feminine form Hamīdah conveys the sense of "praiseworthy" or "one who is praiseworthy." The name is used across Muslim communities and appears in several transliterations, including Hamidah, Hamida, and Hamideh, depending on linguistic and regional contexts. In Arabic-script contexts, the formal spelling often reflects the long vowel hamīdah, while in Southeast Asia and other regions the variants Hamida or Hamidah are common.

The name can be used as a standalone given name or as part of longer names in various cultures. It belongs to a family of names derived from the same root that includes Hamid (masculine) and Hamida as a feminine form. The overall meaning centers on praise and laudation, a common theme in Arabic naming traditions.

Notable people with this exact spelling are not widely documented in major English-language references. The name’s variants, such as Hamida and Hamideh, have been borne by various public figures in different regions, reflecting its broad use across cultures.

See also: Hamida, Hamideh, Hamid.